How many health inspections has GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM had?

GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM ever been shut down?

No, GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM?

The most frequently cited violations at GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Parasite destruction.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V09 (No contamination) mean?

ADULTERATION HAZARD: Food contaminated by chemicals (sanitizers, cleaners, pesticides), physical hazards (glass, metal, bandages), or biological agents (bacteria, viruses, parasites) can cause acute poisoning, choking, injury, or severe foodborne illness. Chemical contamination can cause burns to mouth/throat. Foreign objects cause choking, broken teeth, and lacerations. Protect food from ALL contamination sources. Store chemicals below and away from food. Use food-grade containers only. Inspect food upon receipt and before preparation. Maintain clean equipment and work surfaces. Cover food during storage. Separate raw from ready-to-eat. Remove contaminated food immediately — do not serve.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM

311 W. MAGNOLIA ST., Leesburg, FL 34748

Lake County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM, INC. · License: SEA4508736

GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM in Leesburg, FL has 24 inspections on record with 112 total violations (4.7 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

24Inspections

112Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 27, 2025

Inspection History (24)

Feb 27, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V09 No contamination

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Jul 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 1, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 11, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Feb 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Dec 3, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Aug 29, 2019 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 28, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Aug 20, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 18, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 1, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V06 Handwashing facilities

V16 Proper cooking temps

V25 Allergen awareness

Jan 27, 2017 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 27, 2016 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 16, 2016 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Lake County average of 0.05 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.7 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.61.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM had?: GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM ever been shut down?: No, GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM?: The most frequently cited violations at GREAT CHICAGO FIRE BREWERY & TAP ROOM are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Parasite destruction.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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