Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville
Last inspected:
12280 Cortez Blvd, Brooksville, FL 34613Part of: Cheddar's Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville was emergency-closed on July 12, 2023 for rodent activity. The facility has averaged 4.1 violations per inspection across 23 inspections dating back to 2016, below the statewide average of 5.2. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. High-priority violations have included employee health reporting, proper cooking temperatures, consumer advisory requirements, and chemical storage. The most recent inspection on December 19, 2025 was completed with no further action, with 2 basic violations cited.
Most recent closure: July 12, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville: Comparison to Hernando County Averages
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023047262 | $400.00 | Jul 12, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale |
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between July 12, 2023 and July 13, 2023. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville last inspected?
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville last shut down?
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville was last shut down on July 12, 2023 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville are: Proper ventilation, Allergen awareness, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville had?
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville find?
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen in Brooksville been fined?
- Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen #2173 in Brooksville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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