Big Daddy's Barbeque 26

1380 N 1 St, Winter Haven, FL 33881

American

Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 27, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.

The pattern that stands out is “food stored on floor”, which has been cited two times.

Big Daddy's Barbeque 26's latest score of 100 sits above the Winter Haven average of 89. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 27, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 15, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed on can opener blade, employee moved to 3-compartment sink for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided written procedures to facility. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil on floor in dish area, employee removed cooking oil from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

Mar 24, 2025

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Faucet missing at plumbing fixture. Observed at sink next to 3-compartment sink.

29-09-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed in walk-in cooler.

36-73-4

Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed in ice machine, employee removed handle from ice. **Corrected On-Site**

10-08-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed on floor, employee removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Aug 26, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Operator replaced cups with handle scoops. **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Operator picked oil up off floor. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled Bulk containers of flour. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Kitchen near the ice machine.

36-11-4

Basic - Food contaminated by unsanitized equipment or utensil. Prep sink has mold like substance in the inside. The manager started to clean the prep sink.. **Corrective Action Taken**

08B-19-4

Sep 14, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink Dishwasher area..

31B-02-4

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Next to the beverage syrup rack in the dishwasher area.

51-11-4

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On the rack next to the hand washing sink in the kitchen area.

22-08-4

May 19, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 13, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Hand soap stored on the rack next to the microwave and above dry storage. An employee removed the hand soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked ribs and chicken inside the chest style freezer in the kitchen.

02C-04-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Located in the kitchen.

27-16-4

Basic - Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. Knife block in use next to the toaster on the prep table next to the holding cabinet in the kitchen.

14-55-4

Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Throughout the kitchen and dishwasher area. Wall / cove molding in disrepair in the dishwasher area near the backdoor the hallway leading to the walk,in freezer.

36-11-4

Basic - Handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle missing on the hand washing sink in the kitchen.

29-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils (tongs, knife, slotted spoon )in water on the steam table in water at 127F. The manager increased the temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

10-07-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Black microwave on shelf above the prep table in the kitchen. **Repeat Violation**

22-08-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of the fryers.

23-03-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Big Daddy's Barbeque 26?

Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Daddy's Barbeque 26.

How does Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Winter Haven average of 89.

Has Big Daddy's Barbeque 26's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Daddy's Barbeque 26 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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