The Barbacoa Boyz

2390 5 Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 14, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

The Barbacoa Boyz has been inspected five times since 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 14, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

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

Restaurants in St. Petersburg average 77, so The Barbacoa Boyz is doing better than most peers. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 14, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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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.
11-27-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
50-04-4
82
Dec 30, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**
53A-02-7
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. **Warning**
53B-13-5
82
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 22, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Barbacoa Boyz last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Barbacoa Boyz on file is from Mar 14, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does The Barbacoa Boyz compare to other restaurants in St. Petersburg?

The Barbacoa Boyz most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Petersburg average of 77.

Has The Barbacoa Boyz's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Barbacoa Boyz have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Barbacoa Boyz means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.