BROTHER'S FISH HOUSE RESTAURANT II
5 & 7 N LUTHER AVE, Arcadia FL 34266 · 863.722.0185
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed grease trap at back door leaking on to ground through uncapped line.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee not wash hands before putting on gloves to start food orders on the cook line after handling raw chicken, owner educated employee on importance of washing hands and changing gloves, employee washed hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a bag of raw chicken over a container of Alfredo sauce in the reach in cooler in the kitchen, owner moved chicken to bottom shelf.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed a large garbage can blocking hand washing sink in the kitchen by dishwasher, owner moved.
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. Observed employees have not signed agreement, owner had all employees sign agreement before end of inspection.
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Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory, sent owner a copy by email.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed a container of yellow rice in the reach in cooler that was made Wednesday with no date mark, owner date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed a soufflé cup in a container of rice and a container of sauce in the reach in cooler in the kitchen, owner moved.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled wash cloth used by employee and placed on cutting board at prep table, employee moved.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed back exit door with two cases of lids on the floor blocking the door, owner moved.
Jul 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs at either restroom.
Open dumpster lid.
May 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a container in one of the hand washing sinks in the kitchen next to the three compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels in both bathrooms or the hand washing sink in the kitchen, operator brought towels to the hand washing sink in kitchen.
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.
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.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed throughout the kitchen and market, fresh vegetables and fruits, Gatorade, water bottles and fruit drinks on the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwashing signs at the two bathrooms.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed a case of plastics drinking lids on the floor, in the kitchen.
Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed light bulbs, wood, garbage debris behind the restaurant-market.
Jan 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed heavy black growth on wall on bathroom behind sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black growth on wall at cove base in back hall where grain in stored.
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing 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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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed grease trap at back door leaking on to ground through uncapped line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed raw meat debris on meat saw that has been closed down but not cleaned.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches in grease behind the reach in cooler at prep /storage area. Observed 7 dead roaches in debris and grease under cookline along wall. Observed 5 dead roaches in corner beside 3 bay sink on debris. Heavy debris along wall. Observed one dead roach on wall behind the electrical outlet box at cookline end of cookline beside 3 bay sink. No live roaches found. Per Kay Opal Emmanuel next day callback.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observedphone on top of microwave and purse on shelf ver prep table. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed heavy black growth on wall on bathroom behind sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed black growth on wall at cove base in back hall where grain in stored.
Aug 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed salted cod fish (83F - Cold Holding held at room temperature from the day before. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salted cod fish (83F - Cold Holding held at room temperature from the day before. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Observed Turkey 1 hour on steam table (63F - Reheating). Operator removed to stove to quickly reheat to 165F within 1 hour.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided handout at inspection via email.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of beef, chicken, beans, pork, cooked on site with no date marks and person on charge is unaware of dates foods were cooked. See stop sale.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout at inspection via email
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Open dumpster lid.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed tomatillo and peppers stored over cooked beans on reach in cooler.
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.