Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota

Last inspected:

640 S County Rd 419, Chuluota, FL 32766
Overview

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota has been emergency-closed twice in the past three years, including February 27, 2025 for roach and fly activity, and August 29, 2023 for roach activity. The facility has recorded 21 inspections with 161 total violations since records began, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection—nearly 50 percent above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited repeatedly, including food contact surface violations appearing in multiple inspections, improper chemical storage, inadequate cooking temperatures, toxic substance control failures, and handwashing procedure violations. A disciplinary action resulted in a $250 fine. The most recent inspections in late November 2025 documented widespread violations: a complaint-based inspection on November 17 identified 48 violations including toxic substance control, improper food handling, and cooking temperature failures, resulting in a warning issued. A fire safety violation was documented in April 2023 with an exit path blocked by a food rack. The facility's most recent inspection on November 24, 2025 was completed with no further action required after callback compliance on an earlier violation.

Most recent closure: February 27, 2025 for roach & fly activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
161Violations
2Closures
1Fire
$250in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota: Comparison to Seminole County Averages

This Facility 7.7 violations / inspection 7.7 violations per inspection
Seminole County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Seminole County Avg 0.14 closures / facility 0.14 county average

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota
DateReasonReopened
Roach & fly activity 09:21:00
Roach activity 16:32:00

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $250.00

Disciplinary action history for Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
4--2023051501 $250.00 Aug 29, 2023 Fort Lauderdale

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. - food rack in front. Manager moved **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 9 inspections51 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities
V42 Equipment condition
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control
V25 Allergen awareness
V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V42 Equipment condition
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
V53 Outer openings protected
— 5 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V11 Food in good condition
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V09 No contamination
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V35 Single-use items
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota last inspected?
Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 24, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota last shut down?
Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota was last shut down on February 27, 2025 for roach & fly 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 Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota?
The most frequently cited violations at Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota had?
Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota find?
Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota was most recently inspected on November 24, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota ever been shut down?
Yes, Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
Has Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $250.00 in fines.
How much has Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota been fined?
Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota has been fined a total of $250.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Briskets BBQ & Country Kitchen in Chuluota operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Seminole BBQ Company (2023).

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