Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville

Last inspected:

1691 E Jefferson St, Brooksville, FL 34601
Overview

Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville has accumulated 202 violations across 26 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent activity. Recent enforcement showed intensive inspections in early 2023, with multiple emergency orders and repeated non-compliance documented through March 2023. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, missing consumer advisories, and food contact surface issues. The restaurant has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines.

Most recent closure: May 15, 2023 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

27Inspections
204Violations
3Closures
$2,000in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville: Comparison to Hernando County Averages

This Facility 7.6 violations / inspection 7.6 violations per inspection
Hernando County Avg 4.01 violations / inspection 4.01 county average
This Facility 3 emergency closures 3 closures
Hernando County Avg 0.3 closures / facility 0.3 county average

Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville: Emergency Closure History (3)

Emergency closure history for Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 09:18:00
Rodent activity 10:02:00
Rodent activity 14:34:00

Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $2,000.00

Disciplinary action history for Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
3--2023029713 $800.00 May 15, 2023 Miami (Doral)
3--2023015505 $800.00 Mar 15, 2023 Miami (Doral)
3--2023004532 $400.00 Jan 5, 2023 Miami (Doral)

Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 11 inspections76 violations · 40 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection16 violations · 11 high priority

Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville last inspected?
Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville last shut down?
Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville was last shut down on May 15, 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 Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville?
The most frequently cited violations at Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville had?
Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville find?
Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville was most recently inspected on April 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville ever been shut down?
Yes, Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
What does Florida violation V50 (Adequate lighting) mean?
Violation 50 (Adequate lighting) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/50.
Has Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,000.00 in fines.
How much has Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville been fined?
Savages Bar and Grill in Brooksville has been fined a total of $2,000.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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