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SWEETWATER FRANCHISE GROUP LLC

1230 E BRANDON BLVD, Brandon FL 33511 · 8135712990

Last inspected Sep 22, 2025 · 6 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats64
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA3915594
Grade history
NOV 23
JAN 24
DEC 24
APR 25
SEP 25
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed on wall under 3 compartment sink. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $160

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2022026763Mar 23, 2022Jun 28, 2022$160

Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at reach in freezer.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door handle broken.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Multiple fluorescent light fixtures throughout facility with no covers
Basic/38-07-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 22, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach observed on wall under 3 compartment sink. Operator eradicated, cleaned and sanitized the area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of window cleaner on prep table. Manager moved.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Wisk stored in hand sink. Manager removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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/ CFM, William Barron arrived during inspection.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed at reach in freezer.
Basic/14-09-4/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door handle broken.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Food stored on floor. Box of limes on floor in walk in cooler. Operator placed on shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Light not functioning. Observed in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-62-4/Warning
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Multiple fluorescent light fixtures throughout facility with no covers
Basic/38-07-4/Warning
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. At mop sink.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Excessive grease and food residue under and behind cookline equipment.
Basic/36-73-4
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to operator, printed and displayed.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrected On-Site
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Container at fryer hood not installed properly. Operator replaced.
Basic/14-73-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters at fryers and flat top stations have excessive grease buildup.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Energy drinks
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored Liquid cleaner on freezer of beef Spray bottle on table next to toaster
High priority/41-10-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Case of water on back sink Parts of spray bottle in front sink
Intermediate/31A-09-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gaskets soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4

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.