Texas Best Barbecue
Last inspected: Jan 9, 2026
82
Score
Across the available record, Texas Best Barbecue has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Texas Best Barbecue was last inspected on Jan 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
The city-wide average for Englewood sits at 78, putting Texas Best Barbecue on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 9, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs in walk-in cooler Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior , and then proceeded to date items properly to meet standards of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated heavy dust over main kitchen work table.
36-34-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage and warewashing area.
36-02-5
82
Feb 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
78
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked ribs and beef in walk-in-cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as pre employee statement, items were not properly date marked.
02C-02-5
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 bags of cheese in walk-in-cooler opened more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, and was not properly date marked.
02C-03-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents in kitchen soiled with dust buildup.
36-34-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in walk-in-cooler. Repeat 11-30-24 **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
74
Nov 30, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chlorine wipes on dry storage shelf above sugar. Observed operator move wipes to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in Walk-in cooler. Repeat 8-17-23 **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed case of chicken on Walk-in cooler floor and case of cornbread mix on dry storage area floor. Observed operator move all food item for proper storage. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in restrooms. Repeat 8-17-23 **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed doors on restrooms at back of building do not completely close. Repeat 8-17-23 **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
70
Aug 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed melted butter in roll buttering wheel container at cooks line butter at 74F. Operator stated it had been out for more then 4 hour and voluntarily dispose of butter.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Observed can of Raid bug spray at back storage area.
41-20-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.Spoke with person in charge about the Big 6 food borne illnesses, person in charge did not have knowledge of Big 6 illnesses or signage to reference. Emailed operator Big 6 food borne illnesses signage and reference material. Repeat 7-6-22 **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
11-07-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Email operator Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events DBPR HR 5030-104 **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
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. Email operator employee health agreement **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
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
50
Jul 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed can of Raid bug spray under counter. Observed operator remove pesticides from truck. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Intermediate - Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
27-19-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed jugs of fry oil stored on floor. Observed operator move jugs to counter top. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Texas Best Barbecue last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Texas Best Barbecue on file is from Jan 9, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Texas Best Barbecue?
Across the inspection record, “unsealed concrete floor in food preparation” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Texas Best Barbecue.
How does Texas Best Barbecue compare to other restaurants in Englewood?
Texas Best Barbecue most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Englewood average of 78.
Has Texas Best Barbecue's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Texas Best Barbecue have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Texas Best Barbecue 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 Texas Best Barbecue inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Texas Best Barbecue is inspected around two times per year on average.
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