Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater
Last inspected:
1303 N Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755Big Jim's & Family Barbeque in Clearwater has accumulated 219 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent activity, including emergency closures in July and September 2022 with multiple compliance failures on follow-up inspections. Chemical storage, ventilation, and single-use item violations recur throughout the facility's history. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines.
Most recent closure: September 21, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
This Facility
7.8
violations / inspection
7.8 violations per inspection
Pinellas County Avg
6.13
violations / inspection
6.13 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Pinellas County Avg
0.35
closures / facility
0.35 county average
Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater: Emergency Closure History (2)
Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022051609 | $800.00 | Sep 21, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 3--2022037089 | — | N/A | — |
Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 2 inspections6 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections43 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Warning Issued
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 5 inspections29 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 2 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater last inspected?
- Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 10, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater last shut down?
- Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater was last shut down on September 21, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater had?
- Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater find?
- Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater was most recently inspected on January 10, 2025 with 4 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater ever been shut down?
- Yes, Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
- Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater been fined?
- Big Jims & Family Barbeque LLC in Clearwater has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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