Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q

5442 Thomasville Rd Ste 6, Tallahassee, FL 32312

American

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q seven times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Nov 18, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.

“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

Restaurants in Tallahassee average 87, so Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing sani bucket.

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Aug 2, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Eggs over RTE sauces.

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storing tools and machine parts. **Repeat Violation**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

31B-02-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink.

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.

41-17-4

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Cooler breaker was tripped employee reset. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-74-7

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hot water leaking inspection out of my area of sani system.

29-11-4

Apr 2, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 45°, less than 4 hours per operator, Iced during inspection . **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of ketchup.

08B-38-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Paper towels on floor.

25-05-4

Jul 14, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked wings on line 60°, less than 4 hours per operator , Iced during inspection.

03A-02-5

Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Drawer unit on line.

14-74-7

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen and line.

36-73-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of food in walk-in freezer.

08B-38-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q.

How does Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?

Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.

Has Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q 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 Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Willie Jewell's Old School Bar-B-Q is inspected around two times per year on average.

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