Bjs Alabama BBQ
Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026
86
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Bjs Alabama BBQ stretching back to 2022. Bjs Alabama BBQ was last inspected on Mar 12, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about five violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, showing up seven times.
Compared to the broader Tampa restaurant scene, where the average is 79, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 12, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
86
Oct 1, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over baked beans and Cole slaw in reach in cooler at time of inspection. Opserator placed eggs on lower shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed some cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
22-02-4
78
Mar 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in kitchen has stains. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to bathroom does not self close in kitchen area.
32-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Empolee drink stored on food preparation table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled next microwave.
36-27-5
67
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: No manager food handlers certification at time of callback. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on food preparation table in kitchen area has stains. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to bathroom n kitchen area does not self close. - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-21: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
78
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork belly cold holding at 45F. Chef placed items in different refrigerator to bring down temperature. Re-temperature 40F. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
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. **Repeat Violation**
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. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
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/ **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on food preparation table in kitchen area has stains. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Nano paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door to bathroom n kitchen area does not self close.
32-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop sitting inside mop bucket in small room on backside of kitchen.
42-01-4
43
Apr 17, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Feb 7, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
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. Gave operator body fluids clean up sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in back kitchen area has stains and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink in kitchen area. Owner placed paper towels at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in frezzer by back door.
14-69-4
55
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. Gave operator body fluids clean up sign. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in back kitchen area has stains and is no longer cleanable.
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles have stains in back kitchen area.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missed in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
70
Apr 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board has stains and is no longer cleanable in back kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand washing sink. Owner placed paper towels at hand washing sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled in front line by food preparation table. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles missing in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
74
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bjs Alabama BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bjs Alabama BBQ on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bjs Alabama BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Bjs Alabama BBQ.
How does Bjs Alabama BBQ compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Bjs Alabama BBQ most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Bjs Alabama BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Bjs Alabama BBQ have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Bjs Alabama 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 Bjs Alabama BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bjs Alabama BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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