STONEWOOD GRILL & TAVERN
612 E BLOOMINGDALE AVE, Brandon FL 33511 · 813-655-9561
Last inspected May 29, 2026 · 7 visits since December 2023
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter Blend (51F), observed in flip top cooler on cookline. Operator removed portions that were over the fill line to a different container and placed in lower part of unit.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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. 1 employee less than 60:days, no reporting agreement available. Emailed to manager, printed and filled out during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in cut tomatoes and bulk breading mix. Operator removed bowls.
Equipment in poor repair. Soda fountain CO2 condenser leaking. Operator stated work order has been placed.
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In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter and sour cream scoops in water at 125F. Operator replace water, 166F
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter Blend (51F), observed in flip top cooler on cookline. Operator removed portions that were over the fill line to a different container and placed in lower part of unit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed drink glass in bar hand sink. Operator removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All certificates expired January 2025
Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed stored on prep table in server area. Operator placed on lower shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed on oven door handle. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Area behind and under soda fountain nozzles have buildup of food debris. Operator cleaned.
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in bulk breading. Manager removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic bins on clean dish shelf. Manager removed to dish.
Food stored on floor. Case of fries on floor in walk in freezer.. manager placed on shelf.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Manager removed
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over RTE foods in walk in cooler. Operator moved tomatoes to lower shelf.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Fan guard missing inside microwave n cooks line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside walk in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on grill handles on cooks line. Chef removed tongs and placed at dishwasher.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up.
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