Big Daddy's Barbeque 8

1380 N 1 St, Winter Haven, FL 33881

American

Last inspected: Sep 25, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 25, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

Compared to the broader Winter Haven restaurant scene, this is about average. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 25, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-25: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. **Time Extended**

16-37-1

Jul 24, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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

16-37-1

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle connected to utilities on more than a temporary basis. Observed direct electrical connection.

51-06-4

Feb 11, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee removed Lid in hand sink.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

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

16-37-1

Mar 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Nov 27, 2023

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - 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. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31B-02-4

Basic - Light not functioning. At server window.

36-62-4

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Sep 22, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 20, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Meatballs 94F Ground Beef 96F Product was put inside the commissary walk in cooler. **Warning**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ribs 47 F inside the white refrigerator. Product was put on ice. **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand washing sink was turned on. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

27-16-4

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Charles Wilson 3-21-2018. National Registry of Food Safety Professionals. **Warning**

53A-03-7

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in the 3 compartment sink. **Warning**

12A-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels was provided. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

31B-02-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw beef in standing water. Water was discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

06-01-5

Dec 28, 2022

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Above stove.

36-27-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 on file is from Sep 25, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Big Daddy's Barbeque 8?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Big Daddy's Barbeque 8.

How does Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 compare to other restaurants in Winter Haven?

Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Winter Haven average of 89.

Has Big Daddy's Barbeque 8's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 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 8 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Daddy's Barbeque 8 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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