TREEMENDOUS BBQ
8927 HERLONG RD, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 904.329.2888
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 50+ dead flying insects in flying insect trap near rear exit of kitchen.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple unsecured CO2 tanks stored outside near parking lot on side of building.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining spice rack on back dry storage shelving near rear exit.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on main prep table.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of threshold on rear exit kitchen door.
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Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle not stored on non-absorbent surface at end of parking lot.
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked food items with no date marking when cooked stored on speed rack in walk-in cooler. Person in charge stated food items were cooked 2 days prior.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple unsecured CO2 tanks stored outside near parking lot.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 1 employee engaging in food preparation on cook line with no hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap along bottom of exterior door at rear exit of kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of fries stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle stored directly on soil near dumpster in parking lot.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excess ice build up on floor in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler door.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw fish items stored over ready to eat chili peppers in walk-in freezer. Not all items in commercial packaging. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket with quatanery ammonium solution testing at 500+ppm on cook line. Person in charge replaced with new solution testing at 200ppm.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 50+ dead flying insects in flying insect trap near rear exit of kitchen. Person in charge discarded trap.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple unsecured CO2 tanks stored outside on side of establishment near parking lot.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles throughout kitchen area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed tape used to repair lid of seasoning container near three compartment sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap with visible light shining through on bottom and sides of both exit doors.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle stored on soil and immediately next to fence with grassy area on other side.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler door. Grease build up on hold filters by smoker.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored over ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored under prep table on cook line. Person in charge stated powder was salt and labeled accordingly.
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found One flying insect near drink machine in dining area
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw Chicken over raw beef in the walk in cooler, manager discarded beef
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No date marking on chicken salad in reach in cooler, employee wrote date marking on chicken salad
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Grease receptacle on dirt/ grass area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on freezer door
Open dumpster lid.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wooden Wall above triple sink
Feb 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken stored over opened container of pork brisket. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked potato salad and Cole slaw stored in standing reach in cooler at corner of kitchen with temperatures of 48-56F. Person in charge stated items in reach in cooler had finished being prepped then placed in reach in cooler and been in cooler for 4+ hours. Cooked potato salad (52-56F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (48-51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potato salad and Cole slaw stored in standing reach in cooler at corner of kitchen with temperatures of 48-56F. Person in charge stated items in reach in cooler had finished being prepped then placed in reach in cooler and been in cooler for 4+ hours. Cooked potato salad (52-56F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (48-51F - Cold Holding)
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. Observed no employee on cook line able to provide proof of state approved food handler training.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 50+ dead flying insects in flying insect trap near rear exit of kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed shared restroom near soda tower with no covered waste receptacle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed; employee speaker stored on top of heating unit next to steam table. Employee jacket stored on prep table next to steam table in kitchen. Person in charge moved all employee items to designated storage locations.
Food stored on floor. Observed; multiple bags of ice stored on floor in walk in-freezer at rear of establishment. Multiple boxes of raw chicken stored on floor under storage rack in walk in-freezer at rear of establishment.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed both dumpsters and grease receptacle stored on soil next to dumpster pad.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excessive ice build up under fans in walk in-freezer at rear of establishment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed oven in back kitchen area across from smoker with food debris build up.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed lights above cook line with no proper shielding.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; gaskets on walk-in cooler door and frame soiled and in disrepair. Hood filters above cook line soiled with grease build up.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid to both dumpsters at rear exterior of establishment. Person in charge closed lids.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection 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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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flying insects in kitchen area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle sitting on triple sink identified as surface cleaner was not labeled. Manager added label.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table in kitchen where food was being prepared. Employee removed phone. Employee bag next to shelf of seasonings in kitchen. Employee removed bag.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle to warming unit behind make line of kitchen is broken and hanging, gaskets for same warmer in disrepair/torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryer has build up of grease. Floor of walk in cooler is soiled with old food on ground.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer has excessive build up of ice on floor. Manager stated technician is coming out tomorrow to fix it.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers in kitchen have grease build up. Side of fryers have grease build up.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid open. Manager closed lid.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Two sleeved to go drink containers on ground in kitchen. Manager removed from ground.
Jul 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2023
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By triple sinks, spray bottle, identified as all purpose cleaner, not labeled. Manager labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom door, by soda station, door not self closing tightly.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees present, no beard guards.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in cooler floor and ceiling soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk-in freezer has ice build up on floor.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In dining room storage closet, case of paper towels on floor.
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.