Wicked Oak Barbeque
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged 11 inspections at Wicked Oak Barbeque, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 22, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable”, which has been cited four times.
The city-wide average sits at 79, which Wicked Oak Barbeque's 74 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed quaternary sanitizer testing over 500ppm. Manufacturer directions states between 200-400ppm. Operator diluted until it reached 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-18-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in kitchen at time of inspectionnn
41-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed scoop handle in bulk shredded beef in walk in cooler.
10-06-5
74
Jul 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Greens 95 F finished cooking at 10am. Advised to stop serving
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. sausage 1st temp 116F, 2nd temp 165F; chicken 1st temp 119F, 2nd temp 165F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Collard greens 95F cooked at 10 am took temperature at 2:25 pm see stop sale.
03D-01-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator did not provide probe thermometer
05-08-4
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. Observed 3 food safety trainings
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee drinking from open container in back of house food preparation or other restricted area.
12B-02-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Hat on tier shelf in back of house area on shelf with to go containers. Operator removed and threw away. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee pulling pulled pork in back of house not wearing beard guard
13-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Dish pans above sink in front of house
24-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In bathroom near back door, at Hand washing sink near 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
35
Feb 26, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 25, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
74
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 fly in prep kitchen near 3 compartment sink
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed large food strainer inside hand sink in prep area
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Observed 6 employees working at time of inspection. Jay Roman manager and Person In Charge
53A-05-6
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.
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/Jay Roman manager and Person In Charge
53A-04-6
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dry storage area.
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near 3 compartment sink
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed near stove. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
47
Apr 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical bottle stored on prep near 3 compartment sink
41-10-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Near 3 compartment sink
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with dust and grease
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed in walk-in-cooler **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
70
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
74
May 24, 2023
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
82
Nov 14, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. Already submitted to Plan Review 11/8/2022 pre Plan Review **Warning**
51-16-7
90
Jul 5, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal food pans in the dishwasher area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink in front kitchen area hot water faucet not working **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: **Time Extended**
29-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-05: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wicked Oak Barbeque last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wicked Oak Barbeque on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wicked Oak Barbeque?
Across the inspection record, “cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Wicked Oak Barbeque.
How does Wicked Oak Barbeque compare to other restaurants in Tampa?
Wicked Oak Barbeque most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tampa average of 79.
Has Wicked Oak Barbeque's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Wicked Oak Barbeque have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Wicked Oak Barbeque 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 Wicked Oak Barbeque inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Wicked Oak Barbeque is inspected around three times per year on average.
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