CORTEZ SOCIAL & VENUE
15440 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville FL 34613 · 352-403-9580
Last inspected Aug 28, 2025 · 8 visits since March 2024
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3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 behind three compartment sink 6 under counter near small black oven
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage. Operator is completing application to submit to plan review. Discussed in depth with operator.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Operator is working on a solution in getting the annual well water testing report and is working with the landlord's property management.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed same style ceiling (corrugated metal) in outdoor bar area. Discussed in depth with operator in requirement for being smooth and easily cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar underneath equipment and at entrance to bar near rear exit door. Operator is working on finding tiles to repair in bar area.
May 15, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawl underneath reach-in cooler in bar area to the left of the handwash 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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage. Operator is completing application to submit to plan review. Discussed in depth with operator.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Operator is working on a solution in getting the annual well water testing report and is working with the landlord's property management.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed same style ceiling (corrugated metal) in outdoor bar area. Discussed in depth with operator in requirement for being smooth and easily cleanable.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar underneath equipment and at entrance to bar near rear exit door. Operator is working on finding tiles to repair in bar area.
May 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach crawl underneath reach-in cooler in bar area to the left of the handwash sink.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 1 rodent dropping in liquor cabinet behind main bar area.
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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage. Operator is completing application to submit to plan review. Discussed in depth with operator.
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. Operator does not have food handler certificates for employees. Only one employee, Dawn N., has been with establishment for more than 60 days. Bri, Tara, and Kelsey have been at the establishment for less than 2 months.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Operator is working on a solution in getting the annual well water testing report and is working with the landlord's property management.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed same style ceiling (corrugated metal) in outdoor bar area. Discussed in depth with operator in requirement for being smooth and easily cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in kitchen near water heater and 1 dead roach in bar area near liquor cabinet in bar area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar underneath equipment and at entrance to bar near rear exit door. Operator is working on finding tiles to repair in bar area.
May 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage.
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.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above trot door bar area is corrugated metal, not smooth and easily cleanable
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar area under equipment
Mar 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats
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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage.
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.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above trot door bar area is corrugated metal, not smooth and easily cleanable
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment licensed for 45 seats currently operating with 65 seats
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar area under equipment
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipes under three compartment sink leaking
Mar 6, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats
Hand sink in outdoor bar area inoperable
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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage.
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.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above trot door bar area is corrugated metal, not smooth and easily cleanable
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment licensed for 45 seats currently operating with 65 seats
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar area under equipment
Open dumpster lid.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipes under three compartment sink leaking
Mar 5, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 23 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority7 Intermediate12 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken wings stored over cans of soda in Walk-in-Cooler. operator moved
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 5 behind three compartment sink 6 under counter near small black oven
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. Provided operator with DBPR HR Form 5030-104
Hand sink in outdoor bar area inoperable
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/. Outdoor bar and patio area with two refrigerators, hand wash sink added behind establishment, outdoor cooking area added with gas grill, flat grill and overhead coverage.
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. Provided operator with DBPR HR Form 5030-103
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Multiple cats observed in rear of establishment, multiple food and water dishes observed
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Bathroom facility not clean.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling above trot door bar area is corrugated metal, not smooth and easily cleanable
Dead roaches on premises. 6 behind three compartment sink
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment licensed for 45 seats, currently operating with 65 seats.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Establishment licensed for 45 seats currently operating with 65 seats
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair in bar area under equipment
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Interior of microwave in kitchen area has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Slide top Reach-in cooler in bar interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipes under three compartment sink leaking
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.