BIG JIMS & FAMILY BARBEQUE LLC
1303 N MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. AVE, Clearwater FL 33755 · 7274435399
Last inspected Jun 25, 2026 · 5 visits since November 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flying insects in back kitchen area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022051609 | Sep 21, 2022 | Dec 9, 2022 | $800 |
Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Jun 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Screen in rear exit door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink in prep area.
Jan 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. 7 dead roaches on floor in dry-storage room. 2 dead roaches on floor next to reach-in freezer in dry-storage room. 12 dead roaches on floor underneath refrigerator in dry-storage room. 3 dead roaches along base of wall in dry-storage room. 1 dead roach on floor underneath hand wash sink in prep area. 2 dead roaches on floor near hot water heater. Operator in the process of discarding roaches and cleaning sanitizing area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Rear exit door left open.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Screen in rear exit door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Water leaking from pipe underneath hand wash sink in prep area.
May 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained Accumulation of grease on grill surface
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl in flour bin
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches in rear storage room 3 dead roaches next to mop sink, operator cleaned and sanitized area
Equipment in poor repair. Metal grate in smoker damaged
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Storage shelves soiled Fan covers soiled in kitchen
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Exterior doors left open
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Screen in door torn/in poor repair
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing.- employee picked up the correct bleach during inspection
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flying insects in back kitchen area
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. No proof of training for Evelyn
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -Hole in or other damage to wall in kitchen area
Dead roaches on premises. -7 dead roaches on the floor under the double door cooler in the storage room -8 dead roaches on floor near hand wash sink Employee removed roaches and cleaned and sanitized area
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/and storage/warewashing areas
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - soiled shelves at cook line area and front counter area - soiled - dusty fan in cook line area
Screen in door torn/in poor repair in back kitchen and dining area - dead roaches present. Reviewed with person in charge
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.