Dickeys Barbecue Pit
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
95
Score
Across the available record, Dickeys Barbecue Pit has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2023. On Feb 4, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
When inspectors have written things up, “water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Wildwood restaurant scores 86. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink in 3 compartment sink area.
29-11-4
95
Sep 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Jalapeno beans prepped on 9-10-25
01B-24-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Jalapeno beans prepped on 9-10-25
02C-01-5
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Colton
53B-02-5
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Mop sink soiled **Repeat Violation**
36-50-4
Basic - Water leaking from faucet at hand wash sink next to prep sink.
29-11-4
61
Apr 28, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Rusted can opener by the prep table. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Soiled cardboard lined shelf under prep table storing cans. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-28: **Time Extended**
14-45-4
82
Apr 23, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. coleslaw (57F - Cold Holding); potato salad (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (64F - Cold Holding); lettuce (62F - Cold Holding). In cold well since 7:00 am. No temperature monitoring. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. coleslaw (57F - Cold Holding); potato salad (52F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (64F - Cold Holding); lettuce (62F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Rusted can opener by the prep table. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in the front counter area with fried baskets. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired test kit. **Warning**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap or paper towels at hand wash sink at the front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank in soda tank area. Operator chain the C02 tank. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Soiled cardboard lined shelf under prep table storing cans. **Warning**
14-45-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. High chairs soiled by side machines and cabinets soiled under soda machine area. **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Warning**
33-16-4
Basic - Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Mop sink soiled. **Warning**
36-50-4
37
Dec 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at front hand wash sink
31B-02-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured in kitchen.
51-11-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Sliced pecan pie is portioned and placed in individual containers and placed in front of the register as a grab and go item. Portioned pecan pie has no label with any of the required information.
02D-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at three-compartment sink
29-11-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not in use stored in wringing device.
42-01-4
74
Mar 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Dec 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary test strips
16-37-1
90
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jan 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Dickeys Barbecue Pit last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Dickeys Barbecue Pit on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Dickeys Barbecue Pit?
Across the inspection record, “water leaking from pipe under hand wash sink” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Dickeys Barbecue Pit.
How does Dickeys Barbecue Pit compare to other restaurants in Wildwood?
Dickeys Barbecue Pit most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Wildwood average of 86.
Has Dickeys Barbecue Pit's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Dickeys Barbecue Pit have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Dickeys Barbecue Pit 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 Dickeys Barbecue Pit inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Dickeys Barbecue Pit is inspected around three times per year on average.
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