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GLORY DAYS GRILL

14037 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville FL 34613 · 352-587-0010

Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats240
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA3701231
Grade history
JUL 24
JAN 25
JUN 25
DEC 25
APR 26
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5 inspections trending up, 38 points better than where it started.

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★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Apr 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. 3 salmon filets fully thawed in original sealed vacuum sealed packing in reach-in cooler drawer on cook line. Issued stop sale. Discussed with operator.
High priority/01B-13-4
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. 3 salmon filets fully thawed in original sealed vacuum sealed packing in reach-in cooler drawer on cook line. Issued stop sale. Discussed with operator.
Basic/06-09-1
Wiping cloth sink and surface sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Operator started to correct.
Basic/21-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Feb 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on two lift top reach-in cooler stations.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 6, 2026 · Time Extended
Dec 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 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. Observed chlorine sanitizing dishmachine at 10 ppm. Operator set up three compartment sink with a chlorine sanitizing solution at 50 ppm and contacted company to service machine.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over shredded lettuce in reach-in cooler on cook line across from grill. Operator moved and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on two lift top reach-in cooler stations.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution, Sink and Surface sanitizer, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions.
Basic/21-45-1/Warning
Jul 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 18, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Spoke with service technician who arrived at time of inspection who stated the fuse to the hot water booster continues to be blown due to a malfunctioning water heater. This issue has been documented and brought up to management per the technician on previous visits. Discussed in depth with operator and importance of having a properly functioning dishmachine.
High priority/22-57-6/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times blocked with towels across from grill on cook line. Inspector removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line across form grill area.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris and floor areas covered with water throughout all areas of kitchen and bar. Discussed with operator.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Objectionable odors all throughout kitchen areas of the establishment.
Basic/36-64-5/Warning
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leak in handwash sink on cook line. Cold water turned off at handwash sink. Operator turned back on.
Basic/29-08-4/Warning
Jan 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of soda gun nozzle in bar area.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Anthony A.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Ceiling tiles soiled with accumulated dust in bar area.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on dry dish rack
Basic/24-08-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Multiple pans on dry dish rack
Basic/16-46-4
Aug 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream in 89F water in bucket on cook line next to reach-in freezer. Discussed with operator and scoop was corrected.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · Not set up Time Extended/Return visit Aug 12, 2024 · Ice cream scoop not in use or temporarily stored at time of callback inspection. Time Extended
Aug 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese Blend (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (53F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Blue Cheese Crumbles (51F - Cold Holding); Chopped Egg (51F - Cold Holding); Clam Chowder (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Ranch with Buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Blue Cheese with Buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Corn (51F - Cold Holding); Pico (51F - Cold Holding); Rice (51F - Cold Holding); Broccoli in Butter (51F - Cold Holding); Shredded Lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); Mashed Potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Roasted Corn (55F - Cold Holding); Garlic Cream Sauce (51F - Cold Holding); Macaroni and Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (51F - Ambient Air Temperature); Sliced Turkey (51F - Cold Holding); Chicken Wings (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (48F - Cold Holding) Sliced Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Lobster (50F - Cold Holding); and Ribs (50F - Cold Holding) in multiple reach in coolers on cook line. Items had been in reach in cooler since 10:45 AM and some items overnight. Operator started to remove items to discard.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · In cooler across from ovens -blue cheese 39F, sliced tomatoes 41F, hummus 38F In cooler across from grill- blue cheese 47F, shredded lettuce 45F, mashed potatoes 46F, moved from walk in cooler to reach in cooler at 11 am, 1 hour ago, moved back to walk in cooler, temperatures taken at 9 were all below 41F. Admin Complaint
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream in 89F water in bucket on cook line next to reach-in freezer. Discussed with operator and scoop was corrected.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Aug 8, 2024 · Not set up Time Extended
Jul 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed high heat sanitizing dish machine not reaching 160F at dish level.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp over fully cooked chicken wings in reach-in cooler next to ovens. Operator moved and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese Blend (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (53F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Blue Cheese Crumbles (51F - Cold Holding); Chopped Egg (51F - Cold Holding); Clam Chowder (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Ranch with Buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Blue Cheese with Buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Corn (51F - Cold Holding); Pico (51F - Cold Holding); Rice (51F - Cold Holding); Broccoli in Butter (51F - Cold Holding); Shredded Lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); Mashed Potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Roasted Corn (55F - Cold Holding); Garlic Cream Sauce (51F - Cold Holding); Macaroni and Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (51F - Ambient Air Temperature); Sliced Turkey (51F - Cold Holding); Chicken Wings (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (48F - Cold Holding) Sliced Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Lobster (50F - Cold Holding); and Ribs (50F - Cold Holding) in multiple reach in coolers on cook line. Items had been in reach in cooler since 10:45 AM and some items overnight. Operator started to remove items to discard.
High priority/01B-02-5/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Shredded Cheese Blend (52F - Cold Holding); Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (53F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Blue Cheese Crumbles (51F - Cold Holding); Chopped Egg (51F - Cold Holding); Clam Chowder (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Ranch with Buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); Housemade Blue Cheese with Buttermilk (51F - Cold Holding); Coleslaw (51F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Corn (51F - Cold Holding); Pico (51F - Cold Holding); Rice (51F - Cold Holding); Broccoli in Butter (51F - Cold Holding); Shredded Lettuce (51F - Cold Holding); Mashed Potatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Roasted Corn (55F - Cold Holding); Garlic Cream Sauce (51F - Cold Holding); Macaroni and Cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (51F - Ambient Air Temperature); Sliced Turkey (51F - Cold Holding); Chicken Wings (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Beef (46F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (48F - Cold Holding) Sliced Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Lobster (50F - Cold Holding); and Ribs (50F - Cold Holding) in multiple reach in coolers on cook line. Items had been in reach in cooler since 10:45 AM and some items overnight. Operator started to remove items to discard.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink to the right of the walk-in cooler.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice cream in 89F water in bucket on cook line next to reach-in freezer. Discussed with operator and scoop was corrected.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Feb 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Beer cooler has standing water on floor Walk-in-Cooler has standing water on floor
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 29, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In rear storage area, in beer cooler
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Feb 29, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 6 high priority.

6 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Discussed proper hand washing and glove use with operator
High priority/12A-07-5
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Bag in box soda be bag stored in dirty bus tub. Operator removed and placed in clean container
High priority/08B-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Discussed proper hand washing with operator
High priority/12A-02-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pico (64F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (64F - Cold Holding); Hummus (62F - Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (64F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (65F - Cold Holding); Bleu Cheese Crumbles (64F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (65F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (62F - Cold Holding); Sliced Turkey (59F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (66F - Cold Holding); Salsa (62F - Cold Holding); Guacamole (61F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (60F - Cold Holding); Ranch Dressing (66F - Cold Holding); Bleu Cheese Dressing (69F - Cold Holding); Caesar Dressing (68F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pico (64F - Cold Holding); Cut Cabbage (64F - Cold Holding); Hummus (62F - Cold Holding); Cooked Eggs (64F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (65F - Cold Holding); Bleu Cheese Crumbles (64F - Cold Holding); Shredded Cheese (65F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (62F - Cold Holding); Sliced Turkey (59F - Cold Holding); Feta Cheese (66F - Cold Holding); Salsa (62F - Cold Holding); Guacamole (61F - Cold Holding); Cooked Rice (60F - Cold Holding); Ranch Dressing (66F - Cold Holding); Bleu Cheese Dressing (69F - Cold Holding); Caesar Dressing (68F - Cold Holding) All items kept In cooks line prep cooler. Operator states cooler was last checked at 8:00am and was functioning properly. Temperatures checked by inspector at 12:15pm, all food item temperatures ranged from 59F-69F. Operator states breaker for cooler tripped, operator unaware of time of malfunction. Stop Sale issued on temperature abused items. Operator able to repair cooler during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5
Vacuum breaker improperly installed at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Beer cooler has standing water on floor Walk-in-Cooler has standing water on floor
Basic/36-22-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In rear storage area, in beer cooler
Basic/36-17-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Pickle bucket on Walk-in-Cooler floor Cases of pretzels on Walk-in Freezer floor
Basic/08B-38-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in-Cooler shelves soiled, speed rack with chicken soiled
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler on cook line, large slide top cooler behind bar interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water or very slow draining water mop sink.
Basic/29-20-5
Stored food not covered. Multiple items in Walk-in-Cooler uncovered Ice cream tubs uncovered in reach in freezer
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
High priority/29-42-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bun in hand sink on cooks line. Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives between coolers on cooks line. Operator removed
Basic/24-14-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Multiple fish still in ROP packaging while thawed in walk in cooler
Basic/06-09-1/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Lower portion of interior of walk in cooler door metal damaged
Basic/14-11-5
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -In rear storage room near mop sink -walk,in freezer floor
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -multiple missing in rear storage area -in walk in freezer
Basic/36-17-5
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Basic/33-19-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink in dish area, in men's room
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk in cooler shelves soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Reach-in cooler behind bar interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered. Cooked ribs and chicken in walk in cooler cooked yesterday and not covered. Operator had covered during inspection
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4

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