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BREWLANDO SANFORD

400 S SANFORD AVE, Sanford FL 32771 · 321-363-3341

Last inspected Jan 26, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats120
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6905177
Grade history
MAR 24
APR 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach in handwash sink in dishwashing area Operator states commercial pest control is scheduled for today
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findings
Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insects over handwashing sink in dishwashing area -1 live, small flying insect in storage area
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -long white cutting board on top of reach-in cooler is stained
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwashing sink in kitchen used to store red bucket of soapy water, employee removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwashing sink in bar area
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Show the remaining 17 findings ▾
No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwashing sink in bar area
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Bathroom facility not clean. -both men's and women's bathroom mirrors are soiled -men's bathroom toilet is soiled
Basic/32-07-5
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -plastic soufflé cup stored in pepper container, employee removed
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling tile missing. -above handwashing sink in the kitchen
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling tiles over kitchen
Basic/36-34-5
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. -dishwasher, employee states that repairs have been requested
Basic/14-71-4/Corrective Action Taken
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -in boiler area
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath cooking equipment has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -dishwashing area
Basic/36-17-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris
Basic/23-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. -drainage pipe on boiler unit
Basic/29-08-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. -multiple cases of single service items stored on the floor in a storage closet in the brewing area, employee elevated
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -triple door reach-in cooler across from cooking equipment
Basic/29-49-6
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls next to handwashing sink in kitchen
Basic/36-27-5/Repeat Violation
Water draining onto floor surface. -hot water condensate from boiler draining from rusted pipe onto ground
Basic/29-03-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container lacking label
Basic/02D-01-5
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only.
/48-01-5/Repeat Violation
The state's own report →
Sep 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE for dishwasher -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for triple sinks/sanitizer buckets
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · -CHLORINE for dishwasher, operator states it has been ordered Time Extended Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Sep 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -double door stainless steel reach-in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 29, 2025 · Time Extended
- From initial inspection : Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
/48-02-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 31, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE for dishwasher -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for triple sinks/sanitizer buckets
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · -CHLORINE for dishwasher, operator states it has been ordered Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · 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 Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -behind bar
Basic/36-22-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -double door stainless steel reach-in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended
- From initial inspection : Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
/48-02-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 31, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -1 live, small flying insect in handwash sink in kitchen -1 live, small flying insect in bar triple sink Operator states commercial pest control is scheduled for today
High priority/35A-02-7/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach in handwash sink in dishwashing area Operator states commercial pest control is scheduled for today
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -reach-in cooler drawers: raw fish 46F, raw chicken 45F, sliced cheese 46F, cooked pasta 45F -reach-in cooler across from cooking equipment: cut romaine lettuce 48F, diced tomatoes 48F, hummus 50F, sour cream 50F, shredded cheese 50F, operator placed foods on ice bath to rapidly cool
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of reach-in cooler across from cooking equipment
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in kitchen being used to fill plastic pitcher
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -CHLORINE for dishwasher -QUATERNARY AMMONIA for triple sinks/sanitizer buckets
Intermediate/16-37-1/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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Repeat Violation/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
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -handwash sink in dishwashing area
Intermediate/27-16-4/Warning
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Warning
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6/Warning
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -behind bar
Basic/36-22-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -double door stainless steel reach-in freezer
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach-in cooler across from cooking equipment
Basic/05-09-4/Warning
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Basic/51-18-6/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -sides of cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris -shelf underneath flat-top grill has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Slow draining water in handwash sink in kitchen.
Basic/29-20-5/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -stainless steel wall behind cooking equipment has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
/48-02-5/Repeat Violation
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -tested 3x, 0ppm, operator changed chlorine sanitizer, retested 150ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling in dishwashing area and over entrance to walk-in cooler
Basic/36-34-5
Insurance inspector boiler report not posted in boiler room. For reporting purposes only.
/48-02-5
Apr 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -drawers under grill: sliced ham 50F and sliced cheese 50F @2:50 pm. Checked again @3:20 pm: sliced ham 46F and sliced cheese 45F. Per operator had been in drawer for approximately 2 hours.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -in dish room
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -above 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-34-5
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. -per operator, request to have inspection conducted has been sent to insurance company (2022).
/48-01-5/Repeat Violation
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded cheese 48F and 48F. Filled and placed in reach in cooler 45 minutes ago per employee. Employee removed them to walk in cooler. Discussed various cooling supplemental methods such as ice bags, lids on containers.
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting boards soiled on make line
Intermediate/22-02-4
Dead roaches on premises. -7 dead palmetto bugs were observed in the back of house/brewery area near where the restaurant's and brewery's ice machine is located. They were removed, and the area was cleaned, rinsed and sanitized by an employee.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -on container storage rack
Basic/24-08-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -2 pairs stored on handlebar in kitchen
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. -certificate expired 8/20/22
/48-01-5

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.