Fosters BBQ

2055 Spruce Ave, Riviera Beach, FL 33407

American

Last inspected: Feb 25, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Fosters BBQ eight times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 25, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Riviera Beach restaurant scores 83. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 25, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

16-37-1

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Nov 5, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler potato salad (50F - Cold Holding). Per operator not prepared or portioned today. Held in cooler for 1 hour. Advised operator to put on ice or discard in 3 hours. Operator went to get ice.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In steam table/ hotbox Mac and cheese (105F - Hot Holding); cooked ribs (100F - Hot Holding). Per operator items cooked/reheated prior to being held out of temp for 1 hour. Advised operator to reheat to 165F and hold at 135F. Operator moved to microwave/smoker to be reheated. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 3 dead roaches on floor under/behind equipment. Advised operator to remove dead roaches. Clean and sanitize area. Operator removed dead roaches and cleaned floor. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-03-4

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 30, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At reach in cooler; raw pork ribs (58F - Cold Holding); potato salad (58F - Cold Holding). Operator stated items not prepared or portioned today, held in cooler less than 2 hours, moved raw pork ribs to be fully cooked and placed potato salad in ice. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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. Operator informed employee during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

11-26-1

Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.

50-04-4

Jun 17, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board with deep cuts, unable to be cleaned properly.. Operator removed and replaced

22-02-4

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ribs 60 f less than 1 hour . Manager put ice bag on top to cool quickly **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

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. Employee started last week. Emailed food employee reporting agreement.

11-27-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Blocked by trash can. Manager removed the trash can. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons in standing water. Water temperature 80 f. Explained manager dumped the water **Corrected On-Site**

10-07-4

Mar 9, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by prep cart. Operator moved cart. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Jul 12, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At black reach in freezer; raw pork ribs (58°F - Cold Holding). Operator stated being held less than 2 hours, moved to smoker to start cooking process. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink blocked by storage of multiple items. Operator removed items from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fosters BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fosters BBQ on file is from Feb 25, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fosters BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fosters BBQ.

How does Fosters BBQ compare to other restaurants in Riviera Beach?

Fosters BBQ most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Riviera Beach average of 83.

Has Fosters BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fosters BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Fosters 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 Fosters BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fosters BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.

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