Essie Old South BBQ

498 Us Hwy 27, Moore Haven, FL 33471
American
Last inspected: Oct 27, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. The most recent visit was on Oct 27, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.

Restaurants in Moore Haven average 82, so Essie Old South BBQ is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.

2
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 27, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 29, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer for quaternary. **Repeat Violation**
16-36-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair by bathroom.
36-32-5
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Essie Old South BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Essie Old South BBQ on file is from Oct 27, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Essie Old South BBQ compare to other restaurants in Moore Haven?

Essie Old South BBQ most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Moore Haven average of 82.

Has Essie Old South BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Essie Old South BBQ have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Essie Old South 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.