J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food

1720 Nw 38 Ave, Ocala, FL 34482
American
Last inspected: Feb 20, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food has three inspections on file, the first dated 2025. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

The city-wide average for Ocala sits at 78, putting J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 20, 2026
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
95
Jun 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade hose conveying potable water. Observed: the green/grey hose cannot be proved to be a complying food grade hose.
29-04-4
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. Observed: lack of a written plan.
11-27-4
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. Observed: lack of proof of any training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request. Observed: no water report from commissary.
27-02-4
64

Frequently Asked Questions

When was J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food on file is from Feb 20, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food compare to other restaurants in Ocala?

J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Ocala average of 78.

Has J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at J & J Bar-B-Que & Soul Food means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.