Big Dons BBQ

111 Furman Rd, Merritt Island, FL 32953
American
Last inspected: Oct 19, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged six inspections at Big Dons BBQ, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Merritt Island average 77, so Big Dons BBQ is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 19, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
86
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained.
22-02-4
Basic - Reach-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
86
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior reach in freezer soiled in gasket area.
22-16-4
95
May 18, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big Dons BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Big Dons BBQ on file is from Oct 19, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

How does Big Dons BBQ compare to other restaurants in Merritt Island?

Big Dons BBQ most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Merritt Island average of 77.

Has Big Dons BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Big Dons BBQ have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Big Dons 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.

How often is Big Dons BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Big Dons BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.