BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE 549
1749 APALACHEE PKWY, Tallahassee FL 32301 · 850-216-2010
Last inspected Apr 30, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
MAR 24
AUG 24
SEP 24
MAR 26
APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink near employee entrance 74°F.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2018050658 | Sep 13, 2018 | Oct 29, 2018 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed diced tomatoes cold holding at 46F for less than 4 hours. Operator placed tomatoes inside walk in cooler during time of inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed exterior of ice machine soiled with slime like substance.
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris. Operator inverted plates cleaned blade during time of inspection.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed glass plates not inverted in kitchen area. Operator inverted plates during time of inspection.
Sep 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 10, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at hand wash sink near employee entrance 74°F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents with dust accumulation throughout kitchen area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear containers wet nesting in ware wash storage area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents soiled with grease. Also observed soda dispenser near tea urn with mold like substance.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed faucet leaking at hand wash sink near employee entrance.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles with grease stains and dust, ware washing area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans and clear containers wet nesting in ware wash area.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven near can racks and dry goods soiled with food and debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soda gun holster soiled with slime in bar area. GM had employees clean during inspection.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food on clean clear containers. GM disposed of containers.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil ripped under grill. GM replaced foil during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Observed shredded mozzarella cheese in bin in walk in cooler not covered. Manager placed lid on bin during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings thawing in standing water and ice. GM turned water on to properly thaw.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at faucets at hand washing sinks in servers area.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Observed cooked rice cooling from 3-26-24 at 54 F cooked pasta cooling from 3-26-24 at 54 F.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelet.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stacking plastic food containers in the back area.
Floors on the cook line in disrepair.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris back prep area.
Standing water in bottom of stand up reach-in-freezer on the cook line.
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine with mold like substance interior.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents with grease accumulation.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed lids wet nesting near dish room.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on equipment.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food stuck to clean dish ware.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils stored upright, servers area.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloths stored on prep tables back of house.
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