OUTSIDE BBQ LLC
1613 E DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLV, Tampa FL 33610 · 813-904-6644
Last inspected Feb 3, 2026 · 11 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 30 live roaches on sticky pad trap in employee bathroom. Employee discarded, cleansed and sanitized the area. Observed approximately 5 live roaches underneath 3 compartment sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2025072831 | Oct 2, 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Feb 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor. Staff removed and properly stored food.
Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near bathroom.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between wall and 3 compartment sink.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen.
Oct 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot Holding: ribs 128 F, rice 117 F, Mac and cheese 133 F, Per operator ribs were put in hot box 30 mins prior. Operator turned up hot box at time of inspection to bring back up to temperature. Rice made at 9:30 and Mac and cheese made at 10:45. Operator turned up steam well at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened water bottle on prep table. Operator removed.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near bathroom.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between wall and 3 compartment sink.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop in potato salad.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler in kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls in kitchen.
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board stained with old food debris.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents through main kitchen soiled with grease.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in steam table.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair near back exit door.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall below electric breaker box near back door. Observed hole in employee bathroom near sink.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Shared dumpster
Oct 2, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 23 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority4 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 23 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored on shelf with potato salad in reach in cooler next to steam table.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 30 live roaches on sticky pad trap in employee bathroom. Employee discarded, cleansed and sanitized the area. Observed approximately 5 live roaches underneath 3 compartment sink.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed 6 egg sac casings in employee bathroom.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 1:45pm, 1st temp 2:20pm (129F - Hot Holding), employee discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board stained with old food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed BBQ sauce and mayo inside of handwashing sink. Employee removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee bathroom
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and vents through main kitchen soiled with grease.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board in steam table.
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 10 dead roaches on sticky trap above Hand washing sink near back door. Employee discarded, cleaned and sanitized the area. Observed approximately 15 dead roaches on sticky pad trap in employee bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on shelf with seasonings.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee lunch box stored inside of drink cooler located behind front counter.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee chopping meat at meat prep table with no hair. Restraint.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on pans above 3 compartment sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair near back exit door.
Food stored on floor. Observed seasoning and canned corn stored on floor underneath fryers.
Food stored outside. Observed dry elbow noodles, canned peaches, bbq sauce, Carolina gold sauce and soda stored outside in rain.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall below electric breaker box near back door. Observed hole in employee bathroom near sink.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee removed.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Shared dumpster
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed single service clear lids, portion cups, hinged lid containers stored outside underneath a shed not fully enclosed.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of sugar per employee not labeled. Employee labeled.
May 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
May 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Beef (48 F - Cold Holding); Potato Salad (48 F - Cold Holding); Baked beans (48 F - Cold Holding); Cheese (51 F - Cold Holding); Cut leafy greens (48 F - Cold Holding). Operator placing ice on potentially hazardous foods or in another reach-in-cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink had bottles of seasoning inside
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Jevonta Godwin Owner/Manager
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Food stored on floor. Observed Boxes of cooking oil on floor in kitchen area and seasonings stored on floor.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed boxes of single serving items not 6 inches off the floor.
Nov 12, 2024Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table in back kitchen area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen and restroom
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
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.