Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Extended

BTS PUB AND LIQUOR LOUNGE

15440 CORTEZ BLVD · BROOKSVILLE · Hernando County · FL 34613

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 14, 2024
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionCall Back – Extension given, pending
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3420949
Visit number3
Inspection Visit ID8626306
DBPR license3701269

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority3 Intermediate5 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical9 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

9 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#6High Priority28-12-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning

Intermediate 3

#7Intermediate51-16-7

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No plan review submitted and approved – renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning
#8Intermediate53B-01-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning
#9Intermediate27-02-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Basic 5

#1Basic36-37-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above trot door bar area is corrugated metal, not smooth and easily cleanable **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning
#2Basic51-09-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats. **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning
#3Basic51-15-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment licensed for 45 seats currently operating with 65 seats **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning
#4Basic36-17-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar area under equipment **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning
#5Basic29-11-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipes under three compartment sink leaking **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-06: **Time Extended** – From follow-up inspection 2024-03-14: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 9, 2026 2:20 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 27 · Safe water source and hot/cold water under pressure
1 observation(s)
Category 28 · Sewage and wastewater disposal
1 observation(s)
Category 29 · Plumbing, mop sink, filters and backflow prevention
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
2 observation(s)
Category 51 · Other sanitary and safe-operation conditions
3 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.