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The Brass Tap

100 Pier Park Ste 130, Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

The Brass Tap appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Feb 4, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

Across the inspection history, “raw animal foods not properly separated” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Panama City Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 84, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
86
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
55
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed chicken over ground beef in walk in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid in mop sink area.
41-17-4
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed ice scoop stored in ice scoop holder with buildup of food debris in it.
24-06-4
74
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cambros and glasses stacked while still wet. Manager unstacked. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
95
Nov 14, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw at 48F. Manager threw away.
03A-02-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled holder.
10-12-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cambros stacked that were not completely dry. Employees unstacked and ran back through dish machine. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
78
Nov 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shelled eggs stored over ready to eat dressings in walk in cooler. Employee put eggs on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between reach in cooler and prep table. Employee removed knife and put in dish washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed soufflé cup used for utensil in seasoning and sugar. Employee removed both. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
78
Jul 1, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired June 1, 2022.
50-17-2
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed eggs stored over raw chicken. Chef moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - 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 sanitizer at 0ppm.
22-41-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed soufflé cup in Parmesan cheese. Chef removed cup. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
61

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Brass Tap last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Brass Tap on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Brass Tap?

Across the inspection record, “raw animal foods not properly separated” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Brass Tap.

How does The Brass Tap compare to other restaurants in Panama City Beach?

The Brass Tap most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Panama City Beach average of 84.

Has The Brass Tap's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Brass Tap have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Brass Tap means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is The Brass Tap inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Brass Tap is inspected around two times per year on average.

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