Mission BBQ Tallahassee
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
78
Score
Mission BBQ Tallahassee appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 6, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting”, showing up four times.
Mission BBQ Tallahassee's latest score of 78 falls below the Tallahassee average of 87. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed salmon thawed while still in its original packaging.
01B-13-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Operator began to remove labels during time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed salmon thawed while still in its original packaging. **see stop sale*
06-01-5
78
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
95
Dec 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents accumulated with dust throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
95
Jul 25, 2024
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
78
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing sink near cutting station, front line. GM replaced soap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed oil stored on the floor near fryers and iced tea stored on floor in walk in cooler. Manager stored oil and iced tea properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed cucumbers in walk in cooler not covered. Manager covered during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in water in mop bucket. Manager removed and stored inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
78
Jul 19, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator supplied paper towel during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade with residue. Operator instructed staff to clean at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizing cloths being washed out in hand washing sink, cooks line
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed milk not dated in walk in cooler. Operator dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet while stacked.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor on front line. Operator moved cooking oil to shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed prep grill for shrimp on front line and surrounding areas caked with grease.
22-08-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Operator stored cloths during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
55
Dec 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Employees have a scheduled training on January 9, 2023. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil stored on floor right of fryers. Manager removed cooking oil. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink across from bread rack. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in shallow pans across from dish washer. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
78
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing sink across from dish washer machine obstructed by hot holding serving trays. Manager moved trays. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher inside hand washing sink across from hot holding well on cook line. Manager removed pitcher. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice shoot and area surrounding nozzles to have a black substance built up. Manager cleaned ice shoot and area surrounding nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in fry seasoning being used as a scoop. Manager removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting in pans right of bread rack inside kitchen.
24-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at sink across from bread rack.
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed fry seasoning right of hot holding well on buffet line without common name. Manager labeled fry seasoning. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mission BBQ Tallahassee last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mission BBQ Tallahassee on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mission BBQ Tallahassee?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Mission BBQ Tallahassee.
How does Mission BBQ Tallahassee compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
Mission BBQ Tallahassee most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has Mission BBQ Tallahassee's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Mission BBQ Tallahassee have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Mission BBQ Tallahassee 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 Mission BBQ Tallahassee inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mission BBQ Tallahassee is inspected around two times per year on average.
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