Schooner's BBQ Shack

4908 Us 27 S, Sebring, FL 33870

American

Last inspected: Feb 13, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Schooner's BBQ Shack has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 13, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “no paper towels”, which has been cited four times.

Schooner's BBQ Shack's latest score of 90 sits above the Sebring average of 74. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 13, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Oct 15, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Apr 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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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. Observed Nicole Davis expired 2/8/25. Operator stated is already signed up for class this weekend. **Corrective Action Taken**

53B-14-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed tin foil used as a covering on a shelf that food is on, is torn in various places.

23-03-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of cups on the floor.

25-05-4

Aug 21, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator placed at location. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Dog in storage area, dog bed in storage area. Operator removed dog from establishment **Corrected On-Site**

35A-01-4

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Peeled potatoes not stored correctly. Operator removed and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall at triple sink.

36-24-5

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Operator obtained sign. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Feb 16, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door does not fully close into frame on its own.

32-04-4

Oct 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager provided paper towels **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of potatoes stored on floor at prep area. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry left in mop bucket overnight. **Corrected On-Site**

42-01-4

Mar 29, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.Operator added paper towels **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Observed dog in commissary kitchen. Advised operator animals were not allowed and dog was put in truck and removed from premises. **Corrected On-Site**

35A-01-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.

24-08-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.

13-03-4

Nov 2, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. potatoes salad (63F - Cold Holding); macaroni salad (58F - Cold Holding); slaw (57F - Cold Holding) foods on ice not at 41F or below. Operator states foods are made daily and sold within 4 hours or discarded. Time as a Public Health control form given.

03A-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed hose attached directly to faucet at mop sink with no bac flow prevention in place.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in handsink at trailer. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

27-16-4

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no hair restraint.

13-03-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans nested while still wet preventing necessary air drying of pans.

24-08-4

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed condiments containers stored under handtowels at handsink area. Operator moved paper towels over sink. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-36-4

Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service to go food bags stored in splash zone of handsink. Operator moved items. **Corrected On-Site**

25-22-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Schooner's BBQ Shack last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Schooner's BBQ Shack on file is from Feb 13, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Schooner's BBQ Shack?

Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Schooner's BBQ Shack.

How does Schooner's BBQ Shack compare to other restaurants in Sebring?

Schooner's BBQ Shack most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Sebring average of 74.

Has Schooner's BBQ Shack's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Schooner's BBQ Shack have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Schooner's BBQ Shack 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 Schooner's BBQ Shack inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Schooner's BBQ Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.

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