E&J's BBQ

1622 South Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32301

American

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged 10 inspections at E&J's BBQ, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by 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.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at hand wash sink” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Tallahassee facility scores 87, putting E&J's BBQ on the weaker side. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in dispenser.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water 68F at hand wash sinks.

27-16-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at hand wash sink.

29-11-4

Mar 11, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.

53B-13-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the inside of the reach in cooler.

23-03-4

Apr 25, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches underneath three compartment sink, and 7 live roaches against wall next to white deep freezer in kitchen. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Observed 5 live roaches,and 3 dead roaches during time of call back. **Time Extended**

35A-05-4

Apr 23, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 10 live roaches underneath three compartment sink, and 7 live roaches against wall next to white deep freezer in kitchen. **Warning**

35A-05-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone and keys on prep table.

40-06-5

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall underneath handwashing sink.

36-24-5

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in use utensil stored with handle touching potato salad.

10-06-5

Nov 20, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration

FL-33

Apr 24, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee drink from can, put on gloves, no hand wash.

12A-05-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hot water turned off at hand wash sink. Owner turned on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed seals in reach in cooler with mold like substance. .

23-03-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak at hand wash sink.

29-11-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet cloths not stored in solution, stored on prep tables.

21-12-4

Aug 4, 2023

Complaint Full

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

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High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed owner touch trash and then put on gloves and touch raw food without washing hands.

12A-07-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a cutting knife in hand washing sink.

31A-11-4

Basic - Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. Observed Mac and cheese not covered near hand washing sink. Owner placed cover on Mac and cheese.

08B-54-4

Jun 28, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed

FL-50

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was E&J's BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at E&J's BBQ on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at E&J's BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at hand wash sink” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at E&J's BBQ.

How does E&J's BBQ compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

E&J's BBQ most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has E&J's BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at E&J's BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at E&J's 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 E&J's BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, E&J's BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.

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