BJS ALABAMA BBQ
3423 S DALE MABRY, Tampa FL 33629 · 813.374.0219
Last inspected Mar 12, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022006215 | Jan 5, 2022 | Mar 9, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over baked beans and Cole slaw in reach in cooler at time of inspection. Opserator placed eggs on lower shelf during inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in kitchen has stains.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to bathroom does not self close in kitchen area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Empolee drink stored on food preparation table.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled next microwave.
Nov 21, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on food preparation table in kitchen area has stains.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to bathroom n kitchen area does not self close.
Sep 18, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork belly cold holding at 45F. Chef placed items in different refrigerator to bring down temperature. Re-temperature 40F.
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.
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/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on food preparation table in kitchen area has stains.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Nano paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen area.
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.
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.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to bathroom n kitchen area does not self close.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket in small room on backside of kitchen.
Apr 17, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Gave operator body fluids clean up sign.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in frezzer by back door.
Feb 7, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
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. Gave operator body fluids clean up sign.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in back kitchen area has stains and is no longer cleanable.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen area. Owner placed paper towels at hand washing sink.
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.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in frezzer by back door.
Dec 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Gave operator body fluids clean up sign.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in back kitchen area has stains and is no longer cleanable.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles have stains in back kitchen area.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missed in kitchen area.
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.