BRICK'S SMOKED MEATS
459 BRANDON TOWN CENTER DR #775 · BRANDON · Hillsborough County · FL 33511
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
15 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
35A-04-4High Priority – Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 26 droppings observed in 2nd floor storage area near roof access. **Admin Complaint**
35A-18-4High Priority – Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed on electrical conduit at ceiling opening near roof access. **Admin Complaint**
Intermediate 7
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Produce wedger. **Warning**
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Tools and utensils in hand sink by back door. Employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31A-11-4Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee dump liquid into hand sink in prep area **Warning**
53A-05-6Intermediate – No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In prep area. Manager replaced. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
11-26-1Intermediate – No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
53B-13-5Intermediate – Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
Basic 6
35A-06-4Basic – Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 13 dead roaches observed on 3 glue traps on floor near roof access. 7 dead roaches observed on glue trap in 2nd floor storage room. **Admin Complaint**
40-06-5Basic – Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jackets and purse stored on soda syrup rack. **Warning**
13-04-4Basic – Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cookline **Warning**
24-08-4Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. Drink glasses at wait station **Warning**
10-01-5Basic – In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in bulk storage bins. Manager properly stored. **Warning**
21-38-4Basic – Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 18, 2026 12:57 PM.
Violation category totals
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2 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.