Brewology
Last inspected: Sep 15, 2025
82
Score
The health department has logged four inspections at Brewology, the earliest from 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 15, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections show fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest at four versus 13 before.
Across the inspection history, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Smithfield restaurant scores 78. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 15, 2025
Re-Inspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The light bulb in the walk in cooler was nonfunctional during inspection. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan covers in the walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
82
Sep 2, 2025
Routine
6 critical violations. 7 major violations. 9 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 22 violations
Chemical sanitizer does not meet required criteria
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Quaternary ammonium sanitizer solution was in excess of 600 parts per million (ppm). A quaternary ammonia sanitizer solution applied to food contact surfaces must be applied at the strength as indicated on the manufacturers' label.
7-204.11
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items observed stored on the floor in the mop sink/ice machine room, and on shelves less than 6 inches from the floor in the service area.
4-903.11(A)
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (cutting board) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.
4-602.11
Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Ham observed marked with a date exceeding 7 days. Disposed.
3-501.18
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
Inspector notes: Several uncovered containers of food observed in lowboy freezer. Food must be protected from contamination by packaging, covered containers, or wrapping.
3-302.11
Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Frozen sliced ham and turkey observed in the same container, in contact with the water from thawing. Disposed.
3-302.11
No written procedures for vomiting or diarrheal events
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The establishment does not have a written procedure for cleaning vomit and diarrhea. English Responding to Vomiting and Diarrhea
2-501.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Sausage was observed held at 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Sausage was placed in freezer to rapidly chill.
3-501.16(A)
Ready-to-eat food not date marked
Inspector notes: Turkey, ham, and turkey bacon observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: No allergen statement posted. English Food Allergies What You Need to Know
2-103.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of the ice machine were observed with an accumulation of biofilm and residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized. Service technician arrived during inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: There was no evidence that employees are required to report to the person in charge information about their health (illnesses, symptoms) as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through food.
2-103.11
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served.
2-102.12(A)
Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination
Inspector notes: Food observed stored on the floor in the mop room/ice machine room, and in the gas station market walk in. Food observed stored on shelves less than 6 inches above the floor in the service area, and in the gas station market walk in. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.
3-305.11
Employee not wearing required hair restraint
Inspector notes: Staff were observed not wearing hair restraints. Food employees must wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings, or nets that are worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed food, clean equipment/utensils, linens, and unwrapped single-service and single-use articles.
2-402.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of food containers have an accumulation of paper and adhesive.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the portable fan in the service area have an accumulation of dust, dirt, and soil residue.
4-602.13
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: PIC stated mop buckets are dumped outside.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the mop sink/ice machine room have an accumulation of soil residue and/or debris. The floor beneath Brewology shelves in the gas station market walk in cooler have an accumulation of dried liquid and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The lightbulb in the walk in cooler was nonfunctional during inspection. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The fan covers in the walk in cooler have an accumulation of dust and debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
13
Jan 22, 2024
Re-Inspection
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Drain plugs at 3 bay sink were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under ice machine and equipment have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Utensils were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
82
Dec 26, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of orange debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service during time of inspection. Ice machine must be cleaned and sanitized prior to use.
4-602.11
No soap available at handwashing sink
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Drain plugs at 3 bay sink were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Wiping cloths used or stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.
3-304.14
In-use utensils stored improperly between uses
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Spoons were observed stored in stagnant water between uses.
3-304.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items such as cups were observed in the mop sink.
4-903.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Hot water handle at handsink was observed in poor repair (hot water not dispensing). Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered. Trash and litter was observed surrounding refuse area.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors under ice machine and equipment have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Brewology last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Brewology on file is from Sep 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Brewology?
Across the inspection record, physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Brewology.
How does Brewology compare to other restaurants in Smithfield?
Brewology most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Smithfield average of 78.
Has Brewology's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Brewology have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around four violations compared to about 13 previously.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Brewology means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Brewology inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Brewology is inspected around two times per year on average.
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