Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia

Last inspected:

319 S Brevard Ave, Arcadia, FL 34266
Overview

Slim's Deep South BBQ in Arcadia has accumulated 113 violations across 19 inspections since 2022, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection—modestly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern, appearing in 14 of 19 inspections. Employee health policy violations (sick worker protocols and health reporting) were cited in 6 inspections between 2022 and early 2025. Handwashing violations—both facilities and procedures—recurred across multiple inspections from 2022 through late 2023. Food contact surface violations and proper cooking temperature violations also appeared repeatedly. Shell stock handling violations were documented in 3 inspections. Most recent inspections show the frequency of violations has increased: the February 2026 routine inspection documented 18 violations including three high-priority findings for hand washing, cooking temperatures, and food contact surfaces, with a disposition of Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
121Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia: Comparison to DeSoto County Averages

This Facility 6.1 violations / inspection 6.1 violations per inspection
DeSoto County Avg 5.45 violations / inspection 5.45 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
DeSoto County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 2 inspections13 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections20 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Basic Violations

— 4 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia last inspected?
Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia?
The most frequently cited violations at Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia are: Time as control, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia had?
Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia find?
Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia ever been shut down?
No, Slim's Deep South BBQ, LLC in Arcadia has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.

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