Hq BBQ and Hot Pot

4958 Bayou Blvd, Pensacola, FL 32503

American

Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Hq BBQ and Hot Pot nine times, with records going back to 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 24, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

“Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That's lower than the typical Pensacola restaurant, which scores around 95. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 24, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Shucked oysters inside upright reach in cooler.

08B-31-4

Basic - Shucked clams/mussels/oysters received at greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Oysters 47/48f, held overnight, operate voluntarily discarded items.

03A-25-5

Sep 15, 2025

Complaint Full

1 major violation.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Nov 5, 2024

Complaint Full

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed items inside walk in freezer.

08B-47-4

Jul 1, 2024

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Jun 15, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jun 11, 2024

Complaint Partial

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Violation still within compliance window 06/14/2024.

53B-01-5

Apr 22, 2024

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pork 47/49f less than 4hrs.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Chicken gizzards a box of ox tails inside walk cooler.

08A-20-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink.

29-34-4

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing station next to upright reach in freezer in kitchen.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Items inside walk in cooler.

02C-02-5

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temperature 100f.

10-07-4

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.

16-46-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Boxed items inside storage room.

08B-47-4

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Inside storage room in kitchen.

36-01-4

Apr 16, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over tofu inside reach in cooler. Operator removed items. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Oysters with no tags.

01B-13-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. **Warning**

01C-02-4

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Raw or undercooked oysters offered and establishment has no consumer advisory sign provided on wall, menu, placard, table tent or by any other written means. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided advisory to operator.

02A-01-4

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided advisory to operator.

02B-02-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items inside walk in cooler.

02C-02-5

Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Claims, mussels, and oysters in standing water inside multiple reach in coolers. Operator placed items correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-31-4

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Operator placed items correctly.

10-06-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Multiple items inside storage room. Operator placed items correctly.

08B-47-4

Dec 20, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hq BBQ and Hot Pot last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hq BBQ and Hot Pot on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hq BBQ and Hot Pot?

Across the inspection record, “food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hq BBQ and Hot Pot.

How does Hq BBQ and Hot Pot compare to other restaurants in Pensacola?

Hq BBQ and Hot Pot most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Pensacola average of 95.

Has Hq BBQ and Hot Pot's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hq BBQ and Hot Pot have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hq BBQ and Hot Pot 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 Hq BBQ and Hot Pot inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hq BBQ and Hot Pot is inspected around four times per year on average.

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