Boney Mac's Barbecue

1480 Mlk Jr Blvd Ste A, Bartow, FL 33830

American

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Boney Mac's Barbecue stretching back to 2023. Boney Mac's Barbecue was last inspected on Mar 19, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around five violations lately compared to roughly two violations before.

Boney Mac's Barbecue's latest score of 82 falls below the Bartow average of 87. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. A package of picnic roast inside the hand washing sink in the dishwasher area. The roast was removed. The hand washing sink,was cleaned and sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Serving spoons and knife in water at 80 F. In a container on the prep table next to the stove.

10-07-4

Dec 11, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat items in glass door cooler. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

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

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. One employee with no food handler training, no reporting agreement on file. Emailed to operator **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

11-26-1

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pulled pork and brisket in glass door cooler prepared the previous day not date marked. Operator placed date. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

02C-02-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. **Warning**

51-11-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Fryer oil on floor. Vinegar used for cooking observed on floor. Operator placed items on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08B-38-4

Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on soda fountain grate fountain grate. Operator removed. Discussed placing in ice with handle up. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

10-12-5

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave has buildup of food debris. **Warning**

22-08-4

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Side by side refrigerator by ice machine. **Warning**

22-16-4

Apr 9, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

4 minor violations.

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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.

35B-01-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Between flat grill and fryers.

36-73-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-6

Nov 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Feb 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Eggs over pork ribs inside the reach in cooler in the dishwasher area. Eggs was removed. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-20-5

Jan 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Bathroom facility in disrepair. Ladies restroom. Men's room is now unisex. **Corrective Action Taken**

32-05-4

Jun 2, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food

FL-09

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

May 13, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Boney Mac's Barbecue last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Boney Mac's Barbecue on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Boney Mac's Barbecue compare to other restaurants in Bartow?

Boney Mac's Barbecue most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Bartow average of 87.

Has Boney Mac's Barbecue's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Boney Mac's Barbecue have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Boney Mac's Barbecue 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 Boney Mac's Barbecue inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Boney Mac's Barbecue is inspected around three times per year on average.

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