Clermont, Lake County

THE BRAVE BURGER

793 W MONTROSE ST STE A3-A4, Clermont, FL 34711

FoodNon-Seating
Latest violations
13
3 High Priority
Jan 21, 2026
City
Clermont
County
Lake
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
11

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Jan 21, 2026

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 5Basic: 5Total: 13

12A-27-4

Detail 24314894

High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. -cook cracked eggs then touched seasoning container and spatula's without gloves change and handwash. Educated employee, they washed hands. Corrected On-Site

08A-05-6

Detail 24314895

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs over pickles in upright reach in cooler in back kitchen. Operator moved to bottom shelf. Corrected On-Site

41-15-5

Detail 24314884

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -Sanitizer Bucket-spray bottle (Chlorine 500++ppm), stored over reach in freezer and near knives. Operator diluted, 100 ppm, and moved to below triple sink Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 24314889

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board by triple sink is soiled

11-26-1

Detail 24314896

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.

53B-13-5

Detail 24314893

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

02C-02-5

Detail 24314887

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -portioned cooked beef in upright reach in cooler in back kitchen. Operator labeled. Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 24314892

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottle in back area

32-12-6

Detail 24314886

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. -unisex bathroom nearest stairs Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 24314890

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -shortening in back kitchen. Operator placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site

14-69-4

Detail 24314891

Basic - Ice buildup in white reach-in freezers.

23-03-4

Detail 24314888

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -filters on hood suppression system have a residue buildup Repeat Violation

22-16-4

Detail 24314885

Basic - Reach-in cooler in back area and reach in drawers on cook line interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.

Sep 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

14-86-1

Detail 24009214

High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -Sysco paper towels in bucket with cut lettuce

41-10-4

Detail 24009215

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -cleaners stored next to plastic wrap on back prep table, operator moved. Corrected On-Site

05-08-4

Detail 24009216

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

32-04-4

Detail 24009217

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -unisex restroom nearest the stairwell

32-12-6

Detail 24009212

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. -unisex restroom nearest the stairwell

05-09-4

Detail 24009211

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding units.

23-03-4

Detail 24009213

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on upright reach in cooler -filters on hood suppression system

Mar 19, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 2Total: 4

41-10-4

Detail 23641562

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -cleaners stored next to gloves and single service items. Operator corrected. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 23641561

Intermediate - Mechanical hand drying device not operating at handwash sink in restroom.

23-03-4

Detail 23641559

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust -gaskets on upright reach in cooler -exterior equipment doors, sides and handles Repeat Violation

08B-17-4

Detail 23641560

Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed onions over pickles in upright reach in cooler

Aug 29, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 5Total: 6

41-15-5

Detail 23108383

High Priority - Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -chlorine 200++ operator diluted Corrected On-Site

24-08-4

Detail 23108385

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -lids by triple sink

08B-38-4

Detail 23108387

Basic - Food stored on floor. -cooking oil on cook line. Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 23108384

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on upright reach in cooler

14-12-4

Detail 23108382

Basic - Utensils in poor condition. -black handle grill spatula

36-27-5

Detail 23108386

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -caulking behind triple sink

Mar 4, 2024

Complaint Full

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 7Total: 9

22-02-4

Detail 22690464

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Green cutting board by triple sink.

53B-14-5

Detail 22690472

Intermediate - 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. One employee expired/Lucas.

13-07-4

Detail 22690469

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing a watch while cooking food. Corrected On-Site

13-04-4

Detail 22690466

Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.

23-03-4

Detail 22690470

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Gaskets are soiled in reach in cooler and reach in freezer.

14-33-4

Detail 22690465

Basic - Reach-in cooler and reach in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

25-06-4

Detail 22690471

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo boxes on top of cooks prep table.

08B-17-4

Detail 22690468

Basic - Unwashed mushrooms stored over cooked brisket in reach in cooler.

21-07-4

Detail 22690467

Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm, rechecked, 50 ppm. Corrected On-Site

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 4

08A-20-5

Detail 22279468

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken tenders behind raw burgers in under counter reach in cooler under flat top grill. Corrected On-Site

03B-01-6

Detail 22279467

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese sauce 109F Less than four hours Added water and turned up temperature for temperature recovery 15 minutes later 171F Corrected On-Site

41-17-4

Detail 22279466

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing blue toxic substance not labeled under the three compartment sink Corrected On-Site

36-27-5

Detail 22279465

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind three compartment sink

May 22, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 4Total: 6

31A-09-4

Detail 22010647

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times./hand sink blocked by oil carton/ Corrected On-Site

16-32-5

Detail 22010646

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine./quat strip provided instead of chlorine strip.

16-13-5

Detail 22010648

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized./3 sink order rinse, wash and sanitize.

08B-38-4

Detail 22010644

Basic - Food stored on floor./oil carton/in front of hand sink/ Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

22-08-4

Detail 22010649

Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris./smoker at cook line.

23-03-4

Detail 22010645

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust./two door reach in cooler gasket soiled, kitchen.

Dec 8, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 2Total: 2

14-11-5

Detail 21619384

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Fryer inoperable on cooks line. Operator states service call pending. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-08: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 21619383

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind three compartment sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-08: Time Extended

45-05-4

Detail 21619385
  • From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. On floor next to entrance. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2022-12-08: Time Extended

Dec 7, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Basic: 4Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 21616985

High Priority - Raw bacon stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat cooked mushrooms and sauces in reach in on cooks line. Operator rearranged. Corrected On-Site

08A-02-6

Detail 21616990

High Priority - Raw chicken tenders stored over or with ready-to-eat french fries in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Operator relocated. Corrected On-Site

01B-24-5

Detail 21616988

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety cooked mushrooms not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Mushrooms dated 11-30-22.

03A-02-5

Detail 21616981

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Brisket burger, 45F Pork Burger, 44F Brisket, 44F Beef whole muscle intact, 44F Less than 4 hours per operator. Ambient thermometer reading 44F. Operator adjusting thermostat. Warning

41-10-4

Detail 21616982

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored with burger press/papers in rear dish room. Multipurpose and Fryer cleaner.

14-11-5

Detail 21616987

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Fryer inoperable on cooks line. Operator states service call pending.

08B-38-4

Detail 21616983

Basic - Food stored on floor, consumer beverages under prep table shelf.

35B-02-4

Detail 21616986

Basic - Insect control device installed over ware washing sink.

36-27-5

Detail 21616984

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind three compartment sink.

45-05-4

Detail 21616989

Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. On floor next to entrance. For reporting purposes only.

Apr 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 1Total: 3

08A-05-6

Detail 21040358

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over cooked onions in prep cooler. Corrected On-Site

41-10-4

Detail 21040357

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Roach spray stored over clean pot. Corrected On-Site

12B-07-4

Detail 21040359

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep cooler. Corrected On-Site

Oct 18, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic: 1Total: 1

13-03-4

Detail 20594010

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator cooking food with no hair restraint. Corrected On-Site