Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ

8128 Simpson Lane, Lakeland, FL 33809
American
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2025
90
Score
Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 16, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

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

Restaurants in Lakeland average 86, so Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed under and behind equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed in interior smoker.
22-08-4
90
May 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed for chlorine.
16-37-1
90
Feb 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust. Observed on fan in reach in cooler.
23-03-4
95
Jun 29, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust on wall fan cover.
23-03-4
95

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ on file is from Dec 16, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with dust” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ.

How does Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ 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 Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Uncle B's Finger Licking BBQ is inspected around two times per year on average.