Polk City BBQ Company

221 Commonwealth Ave N, Polk City, FL 33868

American

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Polk City BBQ Company has eight inspections in the public record. Polk City BBQ Company was last inspected on Mar 9, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly three violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.

Polk City BBQ Company's latest score is in line with the Polk City average of 93. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of food debris. Manager cleaned interior of microwave. **Corrected On-Site**

22-08-4

Basic - Water leaking faucet/handle. Observed at hand sink near smokers.

29-11-4

Oct 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Interior of has accumulation of food debris. Observed in ovens in food preparation area near catering area.

22-08-4

May 2, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door near men's bathrooms.

35B-01-4

Nov 18, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 1, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed near men's bathroom.

35B-01-4

Aug 8, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade, employee placed in dish area for cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-02-4

Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in ovens near ice cream area back preparation area.

22-08-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door near men's bathroom.

35B-01-4

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both rear exit doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at both rear exit doors. **Time Extended**

35B-01-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed in Kratos unit. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed in Kratos unit. **Time Extended**

14-69-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed at mens bathroom. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-23: Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed at mens bathroom **Time Extended**

32-17-4

Aug 3, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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

16-37-1

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Observed at mens bathroom, bathroom door was closed during inspection.

32-02-4

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed at rear exit door near mens bathroom.

35B-01-4

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

51-18-6

Basic - Open dumpster lid. Employee closed lid. **Corrected On-Site**

33-16-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Polk City BBQ Company last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Polk City BBQ Company on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Polk City BBQ Company?

Across the inspection record, “exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Polk City BBQ Company.

How does Polk City BBQ Company compare to other restaurants in Polk City?

Polk City BBQ Company most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Polk City average of 93.

Has Polk City BBQ Company's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Polk City BBQ Company have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Polk City BBQ Company 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 Polk City BBQ Company inspected?

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

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