Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food
Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026
50
Score
Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 19, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
“Operating with an expired division of hotels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other St. Petersburg restaurants (averaging 77), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
7
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 19, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired Feb 1 2026.
50-17-3
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 500ppm, operator diluted and retested at 400PPM) **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
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. Emailed operator Employee Health Reporting Agreement. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hand wash sink in restroom hot water turned off, water temping at 74F. Operator turned hot water back on and temping at 90F. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. **Repeat Violation**
32-12-6
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -in restroom I provided hand wash sign to operator and he put it in restroom. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
50
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink in kitchen used to store pans and cutting boards inside bowl. Operator removed items. Discussed with operator purpose of hand wash sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that recently hired two food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
11-26-1
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.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink in restroom.
31B-03-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Establishment displaying expired license. 02/01/2025.
50-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at hand wash sink in employee restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe on hand wash sink in restroom.
29-11-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
52
Mar 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 2-1-2025
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cuttings boards soiled with food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken in stand up cooler made more than 24 hours. Employee dated items **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled with food debris.
22-08-4
67
Dec 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
82
Apr 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 2-1-2024
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained with food debris
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
70
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 Banana pudding 10oz cans dented.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pans in hand sink. Manager removed pans. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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 information.
11-27-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Oven soiled with food debris on cook line.
22-08-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured co2 **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. 2 Banana pudding 10oz cans dented
08B-20-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Missing a faucet at three compartment sink.
29-09-4
Basic - Food stored in a prohibited area. Reach-in cooler in front area not secured. Manager secured cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-37-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go boxes not inverted properly. Manager inverted to go boxes. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand sink leaking in back kitchen area.
29-11-4
43
Apr 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Operator moved raw ribs on top of chicken **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: Operator states his test is scheduled April 17, 2023 **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-11: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food?
Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food.
How does Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?
Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Petersburg average of 77.
Has Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food is inspected around two times per year on average.
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