Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala
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3437 Nw Blitchton Rd, Ocala, FL 34475Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala has accumulated 98 violations across 18 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection—slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: employee health policy violations appeared in 7 of the last 8 inspections, shell stock requirement violations in 6 of the last 8 inspections, and chemical storage violations in at least 4 inspections. The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 documented 24 violations including high-priority findings in employee health policy, chemical storage, and allergen awareness, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation—the most serious disposition short of emergency closure. This represents a significant deterioration from July 2023, when the facility completed a zero-violation inspection after a warning issued two days prior.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala last inspected?
- Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 30, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala are: Shell stock requirements, Employee health policy, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala had?
- Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala has had 19 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 Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala find?
- Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala was most recently inspected on July 30, 2026 with 18 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala ever been shut down?
- No, Big Rascal BBQ in Ocala 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 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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