Fat Boyz BBQ
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
58
Score
Going back to 2022, Fat Boyz BBQ has 11 inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 27, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “handwash sink not accessible for employee use”, showing up five times.
Compared to other Fort Lauderdale restaurants (averaging 80), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
11
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
74
Mar 24, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on floor under stove Floor in Smoker room excessively dirty, Smokers are dirty with grease and dirt Observed excessive dirt along water pipes and mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-21: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
95
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by Canister rack. Hand wash sink next to mop sink Employee removed rack
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
16-13-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In front of Walk In Cooler. Employee moped floor **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease on floor under stove Floor in Smoker room excessively dirty, Smokers are dirty with grease and dirt Observed excessive dirt along water pipes and mop sink
36-73-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee removed mop from bucket **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
70
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork ribs 45F. Walk In Cooler
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Handwashing sink next to 3 Compartment sink
31B-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
74
Mar 13, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
86
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License renewed at time of inspection **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Baked beans at 90F after 2 hours. Employee placed shallow pans and placed in Walk In Cooler item in Walk in Cooler Item **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Baked Bean at 90F after 2 hours
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by garbage cAn
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink use to store scouring pads
31A-11-4
55
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch cell phone than engaged in food prep without washing hands.
12A-29-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed chlorine in excess of 200 Ppm . Operator remade solution rechecked 50Ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
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. Emailed operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observe hand washing sink blocked by rack holding can products. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing degreaser toxic substance not labeled. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed in walk-in cooler scoop handle in contact with bbq sauce. Operator removed scoop clean and sanitized. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
52
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Block by garbage can Operator remove. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Working containers of sugar removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
74
Dec 2, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Garbage can removed.
31A-09-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Kitchen hand sink missing cold handle.
29-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Dry rub containers not labeled - operator labeled. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fat Boyz BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fat Boyz BBQ on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fat Boyz BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink not accessible for employee use” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Fat Boyz BBQ.
How does Fat Boyz BBQ compare to other restaurants in Fort Lauderdale?
Fat Boyz BBQ most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Fort Lauderdale average of 80.
Has Fat Boyz BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fat Boyz BBQ have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fat Boyz BBQ means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Fat Boyz BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fat Boyz BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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