Big Dees Backyard BBQ

809 N Magnolia Ave, Ocala, FL 34475
American
Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Big Dees Backyard BBQ has been inspected three times since 2025. Big Dees Backyard BBQ was last inspected on Feb 25, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly three violations earlier in the record.

The city-wide average for Ocala sits at 78, putting Big Dees Backyard BBQ on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 25, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found On live fly inside food truck.
35A-02-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan of water in hand sink. Manager moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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. Missing for two employees that have been employed less than 60 days. Provided DBPR form via email. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Door open on food truck.
35B-05-4
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Aluminum pans being reused for chicken and wrapped meats in hot box. Manager began discarding pans. **Corrective Action Taken**
25-32-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foam trays not inverted. Manager flipped over. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
61
Aug 7, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Dees Backyard BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Dees Backyard BBQ on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Big Dees Backyard BBQ compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

Big Dees Backyard BBQ most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has Big Dees Backyard BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Big Dees Backyard BBQ have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Dees Backyard BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.