O'BRIENS IRISH PUB
701 W LUMSDEN RD, Brandon FL 33511 · 813-688-9336
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 30 rodent droppings observed under shelving in dry storage
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $960
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024053897 | Sep 11, 2024 | Nov 14, 2024 | $800 |
| 3--2023016308 | Jan 12, 2023 | Apr 19, 2023 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 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. Tested at 0ppm. Operator primed machine, tested at 50ppm
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 2/1/2026
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door gaskets on reach in freezer. Operator cleaned. Hood filters.
Feb 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of red kidney beans dented at seam. Operator discarded.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Container of marinera in walk in cooler dated 2/2. Operator discarded.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over flat top.
Oct 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 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 dish machines in the dish area and bar tested at 0ppm. Operator replaced chlorine at bar, tested at 50ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tomato salsa (47F); sliced tomatoes (46F). Operator placed items on ice
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has rust and food debris buildup.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.hand sink at bar blocked by trash can. Operator moved trash can.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at cookline sink. Operator replaced.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed to operator, printed and posted.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with yellow liquid not labeled.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on beer cooler slide top doors. Operator cleaned
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Takeout containers over flip top cooler at cookline. Operator inverted.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.unwashed potatoes stored over pickles in walk in cooler. Operator moved pickles to different shelf.
Jan 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. On cookline.
Nov 7, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
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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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed buttermilk at batter station without time marking at 1:15pm. Establishment opened at 11:00am. Employee placed discard time (3:00pm) on buttermilk container
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Person in charge: Derek Rosina
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed wrapped silverware stored in a box on the floor by electric panels
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 employee drinks on prep table near 3 compartment sink. Employee removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler. Observed cases of beer stored on floor in walk in cooler. Employee placed items on shelf.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. On cookline.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris buildup under soda nozzles at wait station
Sep 12, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. All trash receptacles in ladies restroom near bar have no covers. Receptacles in stalls in dining area ladies room have no covers.
Sep 11, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 30 rodent droppings observed under shelving in dry storage
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed buildup of debris on can opener. Buildup of debris observed in soda nozzle in bar area. Slimy substance observed on bottle cooler openings in bar area.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Emailed operator written procedures
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. All trash receptacles in ladies restroom near bar have no covers. Receptacles in stalls in dining area ladies room have no covers.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach observed on floor under soda fountain. 2 dead roaches observed on floor under prep table near reach in freezer. 2 dead roaches observed on floor behind reach in freezer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored on bar near beer taps. Employee moved purse
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed at cookline under and behind equipment.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of soft drinks stored on the floor in bar area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At hand sink on cookline. Provided operator with handwashing sign, corrected
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris buildup observed on gaskets of flip top cooler on cookline. Observed manager clean gaskets and soda fountain
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bucket on prep table
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda machine
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
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.