Petes Famous BBQ
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
78
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Petes Famous BBQ stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 24, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.
“Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.
Among Orlando restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. -location under remodel -supervisor on duty approved a one weekend only for using tubs for wash rinse and sanitize. **Warning**
16-22-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -through main area
36-11-4
78
Oct 10, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -throughout establishment
36-17-5
Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
33-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -to go containers stored on floor **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
67
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator from the day prior. Raw ribs (47F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Per operator from the day prior. Raw ribs (47F - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Went to hand washing sink to wash hands upon arriving at facility there is no running water. Asked operator where he gets running water he said they catch water outside. At this time there is no running water in the building.**Admin Complaint** **Admin Complaint**
27-12-4
High Priority - Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Facilitating has no water employees unable to wash hands. No water at hand washing sink and no water in building. . **Admin Complaint**
12A-16-4
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
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on the floor. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
47
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test kit
16-37-1
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. In back kitchen area.
22-08-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go boxes on floor at front counter **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
78
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
67
Dec 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Juice bottles produced off cite.
01B-04-5
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. Management had form and employees signed at inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout establishment **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Togo container on the floor in storage.
25-05-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe from hand sink at front counter.
29-11-4
67
Jun 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Soap in hand sink by reach in freezers **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the establishment **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
86
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained white cutting boards at three compartment sink.
22-02-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Throughout the kitchen **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone next to single service items at front counter **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink next to single service items at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Box with to go containers at front counter. To go cups lids stored on floor at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee coffee in tall reach in cooler at front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior double door reach in freezer.
23-03-4
Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris located next to reach in cooler at the back of the kitchen.
22-08-4
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Petes Famous BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Petes Famous BBQ on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Petes Famous BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Petes Famous BBQ.
How does Petes Famous BBQ compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Petes Famous BBQ most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Orlando average of 79.
Has Petes Famous BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Petes Famous BBQ have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Petes Famous 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 Petes Famous BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Petes Famous BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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