DUKES BREWHOUSE
795 W LUMSDEN RD, Brandon FL 33511 · 813-695-6966
Last inspected Jul 20, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
JUL 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 56 rodent droppings observed on the floor under shelving in dry storage area. Operator removed droppings, cleaned and sanitized the area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026010822 | Feb 12, 2026 | Mar 4, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jul 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on top shelf at cookline not protected. Operator moved plates to different shelf with top protection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Thawed salmon portion in unopened packaging in chef base drawer. Operator removed salmon from packaging.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler doors on cookline coolers. Operator cleaned.
Jan 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents soiled.
Jan 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 56 rodent droppings observed on the floor under shelving in dry storage area. Operator removed droppings, cleaned and sanitized the area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At wait station hand sink. Operator replaced towels.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of pickles on floor in walk in cooler. Fryer oil on floor in dry storage. Operator placed items on shelf.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's restroom. Provided operator with hand wash sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents soiled.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed served drop off soiled dishes, return to work without washing hands. Manager discussed hand washing with server, server washed hands.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun nozzle at bar has mold like buildup. Operator cleaned.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink by storage door blocked by large floor fan.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Portioned salmon in reduced oxygen packaging observed thawing in unopened packaging. Operator removed from packaging.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Drink glasses by soda fountain in server station.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil stored on the floor in dry storage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatula in water at 85F at char grill. Operator placed into different container of water with other utensils at 148F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon portions in reduced oxygen packaging thawing in a plastic container in standing water. Operator removed from packaging and placed into chef base cooler
Feb 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Chlorine tested at 0ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Inside of soda gun nozzle has buildup of residue. Employee cleaned.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Manager cleaned.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used as scoop for salsa in reach in cooler. Manager removed cup.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In reach in cooler at breading station. Observed employee clean
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on reach in cooler at breading station. Observed employee clean
Sep 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator removed the substance and sanitized the area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed portion cup being used as scoop for cooked rice in flip top cooler on cookline. Operator replaced with scoop with handle
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler. Operator cleaned the gaskets Observed debris buildup on soda fountain in wait station. Operator cleaned.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator place in sanitizer bucket
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed in bar area. Operator placed sanitizer bucket to shelf
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cook line
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Side walls
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. At back door
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda
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