Sun Baked BBQ

361 Denton Ave, Auburndale, FL 33823
American
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
58
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Sun Baked BBQ six times, with records going back to 2023. On Aug 28, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly one violation earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average sits at 88, which Sun Baked BBQ's 58 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed chicken wings (103F - Hot Holding), less than 1 hr, Chef removed wings and placed in cold hold to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-15-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed on can opener blade, chef cleaned can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Chef provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Chef provided soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior shield on kitchen side, chef cleaned interior shield. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind beer cooler in bar, and under 3-compartment sink on bar side.
36-73-4
58
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
86
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, observed on soda nozzle near bar area.
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris on bottle racks in bar area, manager cleaned racks. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
86
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed utensils in soiled clear bin on dish strorage shelf.
24-06-4
95
Oct 2, 2023
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris on interior of smoker and pizza oven.
22-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed debris on interior shield.
22-20-5
90
Mar 9, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sun Baked BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sun Baked BBQ on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sun Baked BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Sun Baked BBQ.

How does Sun Baked BBQ compare to other restaurants in Auburndale?

Sun Baked BBQ most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Auburndale average of 88.

Has Sun Baked BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sun Baked BBQ have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Sun Baked BBQ means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Sun Baked BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sun Baked BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.