AVON PARK BBQ COMPANY
3 S LAKE AVE, Avon Park FL 33825
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 4 visits since October 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
OCT 23
APR 24
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
3 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided form via email.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024008800 | Dec 20, 2023 | Apr 23, 2024 | $160 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed women's restroom door left open and mens restroom not fully closed.
Observed ice cream scoops drying on surface covered by damp cloth. Scoops in contact with cloth. Food stains observed on cloth. All cleaned and sanitized equipment must air dry. Cloth is not an approved surface. All surfaces must be smooth non absorbing and easily cleanable. Operator placed scoops back to wash at 3 bay.
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closure on both bathrooms not properly functioning and doors not self closing.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed chopped peanuts on container with no common name label.
Dec 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Inspector provided form via email.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observedvloose insulation within the AC vent at kitchen. Observed ceiling vents with visible black residue.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Oct 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided form via email.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated that CFM certificates at this location were for former employees.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has been employed for 6 months and has not received food safety training.
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. Inspector provided form via email.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observedvloose insulation within the AC vent at kitchen. Observed ceiling vents with visible black residue.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
No working mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Observed mop sink at back of establishment with drain line broken and no longer attached. Operator states they dump mop water down storm drain at back of property.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed plastic spoons stored in open weave wire basket at customer area on top of ice cream display cooler
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to go containers not inverted at cookline area.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed bananas stored over ready to eat pumpkin pie in reach in cooler.
Vending machine exterior soiled. Observed drip tray of unused drink dispenser soiled with old syrup.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in empty mop bucket.
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.