Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral

Last inspected:

1217 Se 47 Ter, Cape Coral, FL 33904
Overview

BIG8 BBQ in Cape Coral has accumulated 78 violations across 14 inspections since opening in 2020, averaging 5.6 violations per visit. The facility has been cited twice for operating a fryer without a proper hood suppression system, a repeat violation documented in both 2024 and 2025. Top recurring violations include improper ventilation, hand washing failures, and missing consumer advisories.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

14Inspections
78Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral: Comparison to Lee County Averages

This Facility 5.6 violations / inspection 5.6 violations per inspection
Lee County Avg 4.36 violations / inspection 4.36 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Lee County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Observed fryer in back kitchen area. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. **Repeat Violation**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.

Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)

— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral last inspected?
Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 29, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral?
The most frequently cited violations at Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral had?
Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral find?
Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral was most recently inspected on October 29, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral ever been shut down?
No, Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Big8 BBQ in Cape Coral has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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