DICKEY'S BARBECUE PIT
3511 NW FEDERAL HWY, Jensen Beach FL 34957 · 772 692 9911
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
NOV 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 30 live small flying insects landing on mop inside mop sink by office area away from cook line or kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2024019831 | Mar 11, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $200 |
| 2--2021036956 | Jul 7, 2021 | Sep 22, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed yellow plastic cup with no handle inside container of sugar at dry storage counter Operator removed
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator put on chains
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags stored on top of freezer
Sep 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottles of soap stored over food fryers and plastic food containers in back kitchen. Operator stored properly.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed yellow plastic cup with no scoop inside container of sugar at dry storage shelf in back kitchen
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured next to soda box shelf at back kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink cup on prep table next to single service ketchup packs and box of potatoes
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator renewed license at time of inspection
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat sauces in walk in cooler. Operator stored items properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed metal food container soiled with grease and food debris at dish drying rack next to dry storage shelf.
At front counter- Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Operator mixed fresh solution to 200 ppm
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee food stored over ready to eat chicken wings in walk in cooler. Operator stored items properly.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of chili base
Equipment in poor repair. At walk in cooler, Condenser dripping water into plastic bins.
Mar 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Condenser inside walk-in cooler leaking into a plastic container
Mar 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 30 live small flying insects landing on mop inside mop sink by office area away from cook line or kitchen area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.Dec 1 2023 Operator renewed during inspection
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance ( sanitation solution ) not labeled front counter and dishwasher area. Advised operator to label
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler Condenser vent fans
Equipment in poor repair. Condenser inside walk-in cooler leaking into a plastic container
Dec 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. -water dripping from walk-in cooler fan cover into catch pan, not on foods.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood above smoker is soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance -walls behind dish drying racks are soiled
Oct 16, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. -Provided Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events poster.
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.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -dry storage rack
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling above rear exit door across from the bathroom has apparent water damage. Operator states she has contacted landlord regarding repairs.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -water dripping from walk-in cooler fan cover into catch pan, not on foods.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear exit door near breaker panels
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath triple sink has accumulation of debris
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -Provided Choking First Aid Procedures poster and operator posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood above smoker is soiled
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -raw chicken wings thawing at room temperature in rear prep area, operator relocated to smoker
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance -walls behind dish drying racks are soiled
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.