Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1440 Dunn Ave Ste 30, Jacksonville, FL 32218Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville has accumulated 293 violations across 34 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.6 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and fly activity. Fire safety records document repeated violations for propane tanks stored inside the building, cited in both 2022 and 2023. The restaurant has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $2,400 in fines, with its most recent inspections showing ongoing compliance issues including food contact surface violations and employee health reporting failures.
Most recent closure: December 3, 2024 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
8.6
violations / inspection
8.6 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (3)
Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025015027 | $1,200.00 | Dec 3, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 5--2023005588 | $800.00 | Nov 17, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2022011802 | $400.00 | Mar 1, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher by warming cabinet in front kitchen
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Tank in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Propane tank stored in dry storage area. Tank moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 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· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections35 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections22 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville was last shut down on December 3, 2024 for rodent & fly 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 Oak BBQ in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville had?
- Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville find?
- Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 16, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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 Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville been fined?
- Big Oak BBQ in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $2,400.00 across 3 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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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