Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ

1446 N Myrtle Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32209

American

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ seven times, with records going back to 2023. Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ was last inspected on Mar 19, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “equipment in poor repair”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Jacksonville restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Jan 8, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Jul 14, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 6, 2025

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-2024 paid at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Samuel Johnson jr 5-23-18

53A-03-7

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.

38-07-4

Sep 15, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Ambient thermometer missing in back reach-in cooler.

05-09-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored on floor. Operator inverted. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Top of reach-in freezer near restroom entrance, rusting.

14-11-5

Jul 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator not able to locate any current employee training certificates. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: Operator stated they have books on order thru Lawrence Yancy. Verified books are on order. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

May 12, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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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. Supplied operator with DBPR form 5030-103

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. Supplied operator with DBPR form 5030-104

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Trash can blocking access to handwash sink. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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. Operator not able to locate any current employee training certificates. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents at cook line have dust build up.

36-34-5

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Lower shelf of prep table rusted.

14-11-5

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Operator not able to locate.

51-18-6

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. PVC pipe by handwash sink soiled.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “equipment in poor repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ.

How does Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Drum's Old Fashioned 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 Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Drum's Old Fashioned BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.

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