BOB EVANS RESTAURANT 583
12966 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville FL 34613 · 352-597-0154
Last inspected Jan 6, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 35 live flying insects inside kitchen dishwashing area flying around, landing on walls, ceiling tiles, and hood of dish machine. Discussed with operator to eliminate all flying insects and clean and sanitize all areas.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025046014 | May 7, 2025 | Jul 16, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed scoop stored in handwash sink on cook line. Employee removed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on reach-in cooler on cook line.
Dec 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing on splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on reach-in cooler on cook line. Operator ordered replacement.
May 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator removed hat and rubbed hair, without washing hands operator began to handle container of sausage gravy, discussed with operator who washed hands.
Live, small flying insects found Approximately 35 live flying insects inside kitchen dishwashing area flying around, landing on walls, ceiling tiles, and hood of dish machine. Discussed with operator to eliminate all flying insects and clean and sanitize all areas.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer at cook line non commercially packaged raw beef stored above metal pan of onion rings, discussed with operator who corrected storage of products.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top cooler in the middle of flat top stoves shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); diced ham (54F - Cold Holding) per operator products not portioned or prepared today and placed in cooler approximately 2.5 hours ago from walk in cooler. Discussed cold holding with operator, operator removed top portion of overstocked pans to be chilled in walk in freezer.
Hot water at mop sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Mop sink max hot water temperature 75F, discussed with operator, plumbing company on site repairing hot water heater.
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Three compartment sink max hot water temperature 75F, discussed with operator, plumbing company on site repairing hot water heater.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At all hand washing sinks max temperature 75F, discussed with operator, currently plumbing company repairing hot water heater.
Equipment in poor repair. At cook line low boy reach in cooler not working filling with standing water, discussed with operator to repair unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen low boy reach in cooler gaskets and handles soiled with feed and grease debris. Discussed with operator to clean and sanitize.
Dec 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Condensation dripping in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager will not use until this unit is fixed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors on cook line under equipment soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor in dish area tile cracked all around drain, exposing floor underneath.
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cooked cracked eggs and began touching equipment and performing other tasks. Changed gloves no handwash. Discussed with cook and he washes his hands.
Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Cook placed 2 pieces of American cheese on top of raw shell eggs on cook line. Cheese discarded, see stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale..5 lbs diced Cabbage dated 12/05 still in reach in cooler on cook line.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 7 pieces of uncovered chocolate in reach in cooler on cook line dripping condensation onto them during a possible defrost cycle. 2 slices of American cheese placed on raw shell eggs on cook line. Manager discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 35 pooled eggs on cook line 53F 2 lbs sausage crumbles at 58F Diced ham 2 lbs at 62F 5lbs French toast mix at 60F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Portions of turkey at 48F in reach in on cook line. Over the fill line. Placed in at 7:30 am, manager temped at 35.5F. Placed in walk in to chill. 2nd temp at 10:23 am, 42F. Raw shell eggs on cook line, ambient air 48F, just placed in 25 mins ago, moved to walk in to chill. Reach in cooler on cook line, next to oven, all items placed in at 6:30 am, which is when last documented temperature was taken, see stop sale: 35 pooled eggs on cook line at 53F 2 lbs sausage crumbles at 58F Diced ham 2 lbs at 62F 5lbs French toast mix at 60F Cooler accidentally switched off at an unknown time.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket stored in counter of handwashing sink, next to prep bowl with flour. Manager moved.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No date marking on numerous squeeze tubes on cook line in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Wet towel left by handles of hand wash sink on cook line, prep items stored on handwash sink in prep area. Manager moved.
Condensation dripping in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager will not use until this unit is fixed.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors on cook line under equipment soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor in dish area tile cracked all around drain, exposing floor underneath.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Pieces of uncovered chocolate in reach in cooler exposed to dripping condensation in reach in cooler on cook line, see stop sale.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves on cook line underneath customer plates soiled.
Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces not clean. Wet towel being used to absorb dripping water in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager moved. Wet towel on handwash sink on cook line, manager moved.
May 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Interior of oven/microwaves on cooks line has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Operator cleaned during inspection
Multiple Reach-in coolers on cooks line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap dispenser not functioning properly at kitchen entrance. Operator repaired during inspection.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Microwave handles on cooks line
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic pans in storage area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk in cooler floors, under shelves in dry storage
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer and double door cooler on cooks line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Roasting unit on cooks line adjacent to dish area
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug broken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Behind nozzles on soda fountain
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Sandwich unit on cooks line interior soiled, double door reach in on cooks line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Area near walk-in cooler
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