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BEEF O BRADY'S

16773 FISHHAWK BLVD, Lithia FL 33547 · 813-226-2333

Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 16 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats149
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3912596
Grade history
AUG 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
FEB 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 10 fly larvae in standing water by back door. 1 live frog in mop sink corner. Manager removed frog, eradicated larvae and cleaned and sanitized areas.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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Inspection history

16 visits, newest first

Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Far left main cook make table: diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (49F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); cut Romain lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); spring mic with cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding). Manager began icing product for rapid cooling and pulled unit away from wall
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning/Return visit Aug 12, 2026 · Far left make line cooler cold holding: Cut cabbage 48, cole slaw 48f, sliced tomatoes 44f, diced tomatoes 44f, sliced ham 52f, sliced turkey 49f, shredded cheddar jack 47f, cut lettuce 45f, Mac n cheese 47f, cojita cheese 47f, shredded cheddar jack 48f, Romaine lettuce 49f, premade Cubans with ham 48f. Stop sale issued. Ambient temp of cooler showing 43f. Manager stated temperatures were normal in the morning g timeframe. Manager added pans of ice to unit and will call for service . Admin Complaint
Aug 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Far left main cook make table: diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced ham (49F - Cold Holding); sliced turkey (50F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (49F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (48F - Cold Holding); cut cabbage (48F - Cold Holding); shredded lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); cut Romain lettuce (50F - Cold Holding); spring mic with cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding). Manager began icing product for rapid cooling and pulled unit away from wall
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda tuna at bar soiled with Accumulated debris
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone above seasonings in storage area. Bags stored by bar juices and mixers at bar. Manager removed
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in stacked cups in server station. Manager out cups in dish to get rehashed
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. On bottom of walk in freezer floor.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In mug cooler at bar soiled
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
Stored food not covered. Observed premade pizza not covered or protected in walk in freezer. Manager voluntarily discarded
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink in server station. Manager discarded
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line cooked rice (129F - Hot Holding); cooked beef chili (129F - Hot Holding). Manager put product in microwave to reheat to 165f. Chili retemped at 181f 5 minutes later.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottles of multipurpose disinfectant stored by bar juices and sauces. Manager removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets have accumulated debris. Bar soda gun has accumulated debris
Intermediate/22-02-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink. Manager placed paper towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy posted expired 2-1-2026.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bags and coats on dry storage racks in server and prep area
Basic/40-06-5
In-use tongs stored on sprayer head of ansul system. Manager removed
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar hand sink. Manager placed sign
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in handwash sink at bar. Manager plunged and started draining
Basic/29-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout throughout kitchen. Manager stated quote is being worked on for floors
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 24, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 10 fly larvae in standing water by back door. 1 live frog in mop sink corner. Manager removed frog, eradicated larvae and cleaned and sanitized areas.
High priority/35A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler cooked chicken wings (44F - Cold Holding); Diced tomatoes (44F - Cold Holding); Sauerkraut (44F - Cold Holding); raw beef (45F - Cold Holding); queso sauce (45F - Cold Holding). Ambient temperature coming from fans was at 45F. Unit kicked on..
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked at bar and water unable to drain
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout throughout kitchen. Manager stated quote is being worked on for floors
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Sep 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout and standing water throughout kitchen
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 23, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Seating change evaluation form not present to increase seating capacity to 148 from 109. Establishment on municipal water and sewer.
High priority/28-12-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand sink in server station next to tea urns on approved plan review packet not present
Intermediate/31A-07-4/Warning
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Reviewed approved plans and hand sink was supposed to be installed next to tea station in server area. Not installed at time of inspection. Per Proviso 2. Seating change evaluation form not present to increase seating capacity to 148 from 109, per proviso 1.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing grout and standing water throughout kitchen
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
May 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Went from 109 to 148 seats
High priority/28-12-4/Warning/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Time Extended
Reviewed previous plans in system. Remoldle occured almost 10 years ago per kitchen staff. And extension occurred. There are now 3 front doors versus the 2. New dish/storage area added. To right side of where initial plans ended. Dish machine added. Three compartment sink moved from kitchen to remodeled area. Hand sink installed across from dish area. Ice machine moved from kitchen to dish area. Server/expo area had soda machine with ice bin, server cooler added. Closest hand sink is at bar. Bar area moved to opposite side of installed wall. Bar is square shaped and has ice well, hand sink, and four compartment sink. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Plans received by Plan Review department. Plan Reviewer Requesting additional information as of 5-6-2025 to process plans. Will review status and plans at next routine inspection. Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing, grout in kitchen, causing standing water, and food debris to accumulate
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit May 6, 2025 · Time Extended
Mar 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Went from 109 to 148 seats
High priority/28-12-4/Warning
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Manager unaware of where thermal strips are
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning
No proof provided that food some employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Warning
Reviewed previous plans in system. Remoldle occured almost 10 years ago per kitchen staff. And extension occurred. There are now 3 front doors versus the 2. New dish/storage area added. To right side of where initial plans ended. Dish machine added. Three compartment sink moved from kitchen to remodeled area. Hand sink installed across from dish area. Ice machine moved from kitchen to dish area. Server/expo area had soda machine with ice bin, server cooler added. Closest hand sink is at bar. Bar area moved to opposite side of installed wall. Bar is square shaped and has ice well, hand sink, and four compartment sink. No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
Ceiling tile missing. Above Mop sink
Basic/36-36-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current copy expired 2-1-2025.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Observed missing, grout in kitchen, causing standing water, and food debris to accumulate
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on cook line stained
Intermediate/22-02-4
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Ceiling tile missing. Above mop sink
Basic/36-36-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Floor tiles in disrepair on cookline
Basic/36-17-5
Apr 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing and damaged above mop sink, where water is dripping into mop sink
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Apr 15, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024
High priority/50-17-3/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All certificates expired
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing and damaged above mop sink, where water is dripping into mop sink
Basic/36-36-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 13, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2024
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Walk in cooler: diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken wings (51F - Cold Holding); American cheese (44F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets soiled with accumulated debris
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by trash can on cook line. Manager removed
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Warning
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All certificates expired
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Warning
Ceiling tile missing and damaged above mop sink, where water is dripping into mop sink
Basic/36-36-4/Warning
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cook line
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.