Brooksville — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Brooksville, Florida has 250 food establishments with 2,825 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 81.6%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 3.7 violations per visit.

Largest fine: $400 assessed to Boss Tea Bubble and Pho in Brooksville on August 7, 2025.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

250Facilities
2,825Total Inspections
4Closures 2026
81.6%Pass Rate
3.7Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 51 428 3
Alejandro's Restaurant 42 317 3
Savages Bar and Grill 27 204 3
Kings Wok 31 325 2
Bistro (the) 46 286 2

Brooksville Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Brooksville 81.6% Pass Rate 81.6%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Brooksville 3.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 3.7
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Brooksville 1.6 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.6
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Brooksville Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Beef O Bradys 0 Call Back - Complied
Savages Bar and Grill 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Lorelei Infusions 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Taco De Oro 6 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Cracker Barrel #357 0 Call Back - Complied
Coney Island Drive-inn 4 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Sol De Mexico Bar and Grill 3 (2 high) Administrative complaint recommended
Hernando Oaks Golf Club 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Kings Wok 2 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Majestic Oaks at Brooksville Country Club 0 Call Back - Complied

Brooksville Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Brooksville Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

109Actions on Record
$38,120Total Fines
$356Avg Fine
$1,200Largest Fine
57Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Aug 7, 2025 Boss Tea Bubble and Pho $400 3--2025048645
Mar 25, 2026 Arbys 6285 $400 3--2026013462
Oct 14, 2025 Breakfast Station 3 LLC $400 3--2025067403
Jan 22, 2026 Mallie Kyla's Cafe $400 3--2025090849
Jun 25, 2025 Office at the Crossroads $400 3--2025039496
Oct 14, 2025 Office at the Crossroads $400 3--2025060311
Mar 3, 2026 High Point Golf Club Snk Bar $300 3--2026002345
Jan 21, 2026 Boondoogle Eats $200 3--2025082019
Jan 15, 2026 Taipei Taipei Tea House $200 3--2025090705
Jan 12, 2026 Olive Garden Italian Restaurant 6511 $200 3--2025089861

Brooksville Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

27Fire Violations
18Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Fire extinguisher in red zone 11
Exit blocked or locked 10
Cooking without hood suppression 4
Other fire safety violation 2

Brooksville Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Brooksville has 107 FDACS-regulated facilities with 235 inspections on record and 39 stop-sale orders issued.

107Retail Facilities
235FDACS Inspections
39Stop-Sale Orders
1Orders in 2026

Brooksville FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Al-mo-mini-mart-397919 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling Comments: Print Date: 3/20/2026 Page…
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling
Zooted-smoke-and-vape-shop-410091 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling

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Brooksville FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

Browse all FDACS violation codes →

Brooksville Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
7-Eleven 8 84 2,422
Dollar General 4 57 2,871
Wawa 2 14 430
Dollar Tree 2 9 1,084
Walgreens 2 1 743
Circle K 2 102 1,574
Aldi 1 2 310
Crumbl Cookies 1 1 180

All Florida retail food chains →

About FDACS Retail Food Inspections →

Brooksville: Notable Restaurants

Brooksville: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
Subway 3 111 1
Burger King 3 111 0
Wendys 3 226 0
McDonalds 3 203 0
Dunkin 3 224 0
Taco Bell 3 135 0
Zaxbys 2 36 0
Beef O Bradys 2 348 0
Holiday Inn 2 56 0
Culvers 2 45 0

Brooksville Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Brooksville?
Brooksville, Florida has 250 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Brooksville?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Brooksville is 81.6%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in Brooksville this year?
4 food establishments in Brooksville have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in Brooksville?
The most frequently cited violations in Brooksville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Brooksville?
Subway has the most locations in Brooksville with 3 establishments.
How does Brooksville compare to the Florida state average?
Brooksville has a pass rate of 81.6%, which is 4.4 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 3.7 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Brooksville?
Food establishments in Brooksville have an average of 11.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Brooksville been assessed?
Food establishments in Brooksville have been assessed $38,120 in fines across 109 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $356 and the largest single fine was $1,200.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Brooksville restaurants?
27 fire safety violations have been documented across 18 food establishments in Brooksville. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Brooksville inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Brooksville, Florida has 107 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 235 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Brooksville?
FDACS has issued 39 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Brooksville, including 1 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

In the News Brooksville

Brooksville Restaurants & Food Establishments (249)

Cortez Social & Venue 1 closure

15440 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

12 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Florida Cracker Tap Room 1 closure

962 E JEFFERSON ST, Brooksville

23 inspections · 48 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Subway 2232 1 closure

19438 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

19 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Sep 2025

Chop Block Grill 1 closure

691 S BROAD ST, Brooksville

18 inspections · 41 violations · Last: Mar 2026

La Signature Cheesecakes and Catering LLC 1 closure

1740 E JEFFERSON ST, Brooksville

20 inspections · 33 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Tilted Teacup Tearoom and Boutique 1 closure

410 E LIBERTY ST, Brooksville

17 inspections · 21 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Smokin' Oak Wood-fired Pizza and Taproom 1 closure

13180 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

12 inspections · 16 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Pueblo Viejo Mexican Restaurant

13031 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

37 inspections · 527 violations · Last: Jan 2026

Buffet City

13235 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

37 inspections · 408 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Taipei Taipei Tea House

322 N BROAD ST, Brooksville

37 inspections · 326 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Roosters Cafe

715 W JEFFERSON ST, Brooksville

30 inspections · 283 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Luigi's Pizza

750 S BROAD ST, Brooksville

34 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Bagels and Beyond

16272 SPRING HILL DR, Brooksville

27 inspections · 202 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Florida Cracker Kitchen

966 E JEFFERSON ST, Brooksville

36 inspections · 200 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Florida Cracker Cookshack

511 S BROAD ST, Brooksville

29 inspections · 197 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Beef O Brady's Ridge Manor, LLC

31120 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

33 inspections · 187 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Waffle House 504

30481 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville

31 inspections · 173 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Bigun's Bar-b-que

7280 SUNSHINE GROVE RD, Brooksville

24 inspections · 169 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Cabot Citrus Farms

17590 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Brooksville

28 inspections · 167 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Beef O Bradys

7601 HORSE LAKE RD, Brooksville

27 inspections · 161 violations · Last: Apr 2026