FAT BOYZ BBQ
899 E CYPRESS CREEK RD, Ft Lauderdale FL 33334 · 954-682-8233
Last inspected Jan 27, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at time of inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $160
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2018000633 | Dec 15, 2017 | Mar 29, 2018 | $160 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee came into establishment from outside grabbed trays of food for delivery without washing hands. Advised operator of proper handwashing procedures.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Advised operator for need of vacuum breaker.
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.
Aug 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 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.
Cole slaw scoop handle in contact with Cole slaw Employee removed scoop
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Grill room
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Mar 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on floor under stove Floor in Smoker room excessively dirty, Smokers are dirty with grease and dirt Observed excessive dirt along water pipes and mop sink
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by Canister rack. Hand wash sink next to mop sink Employee removed rack
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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 area(s) covered with standing water. In front of Walk In Cooler. Employee moped floor
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on floor under stove Floor in Smoker room excessively dirty, Smokers are dirty with grease and dirt Observed excessive dirt along water pipes and mop sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee removed mop from bucket
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork ribs 45F. Walk In Cooler
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Handwashing sink next to 3 Compartment sink
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator replaced soap
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Baked beans at 90F after 2 hours. Employee placed shallow pans and placed in Walk In Cooler item in Walk in Cooler Item
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at time of inspection
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Baked Bean at 90F after 2 hours
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by garbage cAn
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink use to store scouring pads
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 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 touch cell phone than engaged in food prep without washing hands.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed chlorine in excess of 200 Ppm. Operator remade solution rechecked 50Ppm
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. Emailed operator.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observe hand washing sink blocked by rack holding can products. Operator moved.
Spray bottle containing degreaser toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in walk-in cooler scoop handle in contact with bbq sauce. Operator removed scoop clean and sanitized.
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