DICKEYS BBQ PIT
2119 TYRONE BLVD N, Saint Petersburg FL 33710 · 727-954-0060
Last inspected May 18, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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NOV 24
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flies under prep sink drain not landing on any food or food contact surfaces.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in walk in cooler opened two days ago not date marked. Operator date marked.
In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs from oven door handle.
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) Operator remade bucket and tested at 200PPM.
Feb 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Ice cream cone dispenser next to ice cream machine has ice cream cones either no paper wrapping to protect from it being touched.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ice cream mix (74F - Cold Holding) Operator put out ice cream mix in machine in self service area this morning at 9 AM. Stop Sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream mix (74F - Cold Holding) Operator put out ice cream mix in machine in self service area this morning at 9 AM. Stop Sale issued.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting board on reach in cooler on front line stained -tea dispenser nozzles in self service area have accumulation of debris inside
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink on cook line. Operator put out paper towels
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. Food handler Steve states he has worked at establishment for two years and does not have proof of employee training.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ice cream soft serve machine not keeping ice cream mix cold. Temped at 74F.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed is that of old ownership
Cutting board on reach in cooler on cook line has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gaskets in reach in freezer on cook line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer near walk in cooler.
Interior of oven on cook line has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Wet mop in mop sink not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Dec 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oven soiled with food debris. Cutting boards stained.
Dec 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flies under prep sink drain not landing on any food or food contact surfaces.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oven soiled with food debris. Cutting boards stained.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris.
Dec 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flies under prep sink drain not landing on any food or food contact surfaces.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. ribs (85F - Cooling) on prep table. Employee moved items to walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oven soiled with food debris. Cutting boards stained.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris.
Nov 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee failed to wash hands before placing gloves on.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touch cash money then placed gloves on to prepare food.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 10 live flies under prep sink drain not landing on any food or food contact surfaces.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic spread butter (80F - Cold Holding) on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. potatoes (114F - Hot Holding) on cook line.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. ribs (85F - Cooling) on prep table. Employee moved items to walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Oven soiled with food debris. Cutting boards stained.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor in the walk-in cooler, cases of pork. Gallon of oil on floor in dry storage area.
Hole in wall next to walk-in cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. Employee moved item.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Pans on shelf in dish area.
Apr 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ New ownership open and serving food to the public Priority: High Priority
Observed: Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 2 by prep sink 1 by mop sink Priority: High Priority
Observed: Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.by back door Priority: Basic
Observed: Equipment in poor repair.gasket on reach in freezer Priority: Basic
Observed: Hole in or other damage to wall. By back door Priority: Basic
Observed: Interior of oven and microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.and smoker Priority: Basic
Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in gasket, walk in shelves Priority: Basic
Observed: Plumbing system in disrepair.pipe under prep sink Priority: Basic
Sep 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled with food debris. Dice cutter on wall in prep area food debris. Soda nozzles on soda machine soiled with food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substance.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven door handles heavily soiled with food debris Walk in cooler door handle soiled with food debris
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple gaskets torn in reach in coolers on cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Back area of oven heavily soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets in reached in cooler on cook line soiled with food debris.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next to mop sink leaking from faucet.
Aug 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 29 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate19 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 115 ounce can of barbecue beans dented and not segregated in dry goods storage area.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 12 live flies in storage area not landing on food or food contact surfaces. 3 live flies in dining room not landing on any food or food surfaces.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator updated license.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Multiple household cans of bug spray on prep tables. Manager removed cans.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Coleslaw in walk-in made on 8-24-23 no label. Manager placed label.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler behind counter: @2:05 sliced cheese (54F - Cold Holding)
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker on splitter at mop sink.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards soiled with food debris. Dice cutter on wall in prep area food debris. Soda nozzles on soda machine soiled with food debris.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer spray bottles on cook line not labeled. Manager labeled bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine has mold like substance.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 22 dead flies on pest strip. Manager removed and sanitized area.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven door handles heavily soiled with food debris Walk in cooler door handle soiled with food debris
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 115 ounce can of barbecue beans dented and not segregated in dry goods storage area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employees drink on prep table next to clean pot.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee no beard guard while engaging with food.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee no hair net while engaging with food.
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple gaskets torn in reach in coolers on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease and food debris.
Food stored on floor. Cases of barbecue sauces on floor in front os mop sink area. Cases of meat stored on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer cooler. Employee moved items off the floors.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Back area of oven heavily soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets in reached in cooler on cook line soiled with food debris.
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door opened.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go boxes on floor in dry goods storage area.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted for protection behind front counter.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next to mop sink leaking from faucet.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spice buckets under prep table not labeled with common name.
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.