DUBZ BBQ
4391 AIDEN LANE SUITE 4391, North Port FL 34287 · 941.200.2636
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (51F - Cold Holding) in the upper portion of the reach in cooler on the server expo line. The operator stated the sour cream had been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator stored the sour cream in the lower portion of the cold unit.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (50F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (49F - Cold Holding) in the top portion of the reach in cooler on the server expo line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been stored for approximately 3 hours. The operator placed the above foods in the walk in cooler. Observed cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork ribs (44F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. The operator to monitor walk in cooler temperature.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
Interior of the reach in cooler on the server expo line has exposed insulation.
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The dishware/equipment drying shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (50F - Cold Holding); cheesecake (49F - Cold Holding) in the top portion of the reach in cooler on the server expo line. The operator stated the potentially hazardous foods had been stored for approximately 3 hours. The operator placed the above foods in the walk in cooler. Observed cooked beef (45F - Cold Holding); cooked pork ribs (44F - Cold Holding) in the walk in cooler. The operator to monitor walk in cooler temperature.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed equipment stored inside the handwashing sink in the dish area. The operator removed the equipment from the handwashing sink sink.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice inside the handwashing sink near the soda machine.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap behind the bar.
Accumulation of debris on the top exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic deli containers with no handle used as scoops for brown sugar and flour. The operator removed the plastic containers from the foods.
Iced tea filters not stored inverted or protected from contamination at the beverage station at the entrance to the kitchen. The operator properly stored the filters.
Interior of the reach in cooler on the server expo line has exposed insulation.
The dishware/equipment drying shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with raw meats in the walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw salmon stored over cooked beef brisket in the walk in cooler. The operator discarded the salmon was discarded due to a separate violation.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the raw salmon.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream (51F - Cold Holding) in the upper portion of the reach in cooler on the server expo line. The operator stated the sour cream had been held for approximately 2 hours. The operator stored the sour cream in the lower portion of the cold unit.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed no vacuum breaker for the hose connected to the splitter at the mop sink.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed the chlorine wiping cloth solution exceeded 200ppm. The operator diluted the solution to 100ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed the handwashing sink behind the bar used as a dump sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic containers with no handle used as scoops for multiple foods in the kitchen.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. The operator discarded the raw salmon.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting after being removed from the dishmachine.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Observed a total number of 39 units approved on the existing license. Observed a proviso on remodel plans stating a seating increase cannot be made without a completed evaluation form. The operator was emailed a seating change form.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice inside the ice bin at the soda machine. The scoop was properly stored.
Interior of reach in cooler door in disrepair/has exposed insulation on the server expo line.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit in the reach in cooler at the server expo line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in- keg cooler behind the bar.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple foods not covered in the walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor on the cook line. The operator properly stored the sanitizer bucket.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee portioning sauces, go on phone, then go back to portioning without handwashing.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener with food debris on blade. Observed operator putting can opener into dish. Observed food stains on cutting boards on make line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with grooves on them.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed three pair of tongs on oven handle. Observed operator removing tongs and putting can opener into dish to wash.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave with with food splatter all over inside and out side.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed throughout establishment, gaskets soiled on reach in coolers and freezers.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed container of utensils with tongs, spoon, scrapers stored handles down.
Stored food not covered. Observed ribs, chicken, and miscellaneous other items in walk in cooler not covered for protection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour, brown sugar, and cane sugar in containers without labels.
Mar 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handwashing sink in kitchen, with ice, straw, food, inside sink. Observed operator remove all items, clean and coach employees.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed backside of reach in cooler handles with food debris.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple plates stacked wet nesting. Observed operator separate dishes.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed on make line, torn gasket.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knives in between wall and 3 compartment sink. Observed operator remove and put back into dish for rewashing.
Stored food not covered. Observed cornbread on make station not covered with a towel, and packaged hamburger buns on top of cornbread. Observed operator voluntarily disposing of cornbread.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed brown sugar in a bin, out of original packaging, without a label. Observed operator putting label on.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection 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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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed throughout kitchen area on reach in handles, food debris on back side of handles.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed third pans on drying shelf in dish wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on hot holding unit.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener in holder. Observed cook remove and place in dish.
Food stored on floor. Observed hotel pan with ribs stored under bottom shelf on floor. Observed operator removing immediately and storing properly.
Stored food not covered. Observed in walk-in cooler and freezer, prepped foods uncovered. Observed cook working on walk in cooler.
Sep 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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