THE BRICK COFFEE AND BAR
531 5 AVE S
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★★☆☆ (3.1/5)
Based on 5 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/18/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
1
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handle on the rear of the display case. Repeat Violation
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at handwashing wash sink next to the ice machine. c Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at handwashing sink next to the ice machine.operator placed soap at sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/18/2025 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 12/17/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
4
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handles on back of refrigerator display case. Operator moved for cleaning and proper storage. Corrected On-Site
- 14-31-5:High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cut bread stored in to go bag.
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw smoked salmon over cream, mayonnaise and unwashed vegetables.
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap, paper towel or sign at hand wash sink in back by ice machine.
Food safety inspection conducted on 12/17/2024 revealed 4 total violations (2 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).
Inspection on 7/12/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
2
Total
3
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen ceiling has acoustic tiles Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: **Time Extended**
- 38-01-4:Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Two shields missing in kitchen office area Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: **Time Extended**
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In office area, Hand washing sink is blocked by cases of water and beer Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-12: **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/12/2024 revealed 3 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 5/7/2024
High Priority
0
Intermediate
5
Basic
2
Total
7
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 36-37-5:Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Kitchen ceiling has acoustic tiles Warning
- 38-01-4:Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Two shields missing in kitchen office area Warning
- 53A-03-7:Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Emil Atanassov 8-7-2011 Serv Safe Warning
- 31A-09-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In office area, Hand washing sink is blocked by cases of water and beer Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Provided Operator agreement forms. Warning
- 53B-05-5:Intermediate - 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. 1-31-2021 safe staff Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At triple sink area, Operator removed spray bottle to label it. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
Food safety inspection conducted on 5/7/2024 revealed 7 total violations (0 high priority, 5 intermediate, 2 basic).
Inspection on 9/13/2023
High Priority
0
Intermediate
1
Basic
1
Total
2
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust on the reach in cooler gaskets near the display unit.
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled near the three compartment sink.
Food safety inspection conducted on 9/13/2023 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 1 intermediate, 1 basic).