Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala

Last inspected:

4132 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470
Overview

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala has been emergency-closed twice, for roach activity on October 8, 2019 and flies on February 7, 2019. The facility has accumulated 206 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection — at the statewide average — but with a heavily concentrated pattern of high-priority violations in recent months. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 5 of the last 7 inspections, and shell stock requirements violations were cited in 4 of the last 6 inspections; employee health policy violations have been documented in multiple recent inspections as well. The facility received 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. A fire safety violation was documented on September 14, 2022 for a propane tank larger than code-allowed capacity stored inside the building. On September 29, 2025, an inspection found 24 violations including high-priority findings for management awareness, shell stock requirements, food in good condition, and employee health reporting, and an administrative complaint was recommended. The most recent inspection on December 22, 2025 documented 12 violations including repeated high-priority findings for employee health reporting and proper hand/arm washing and was completed with no further action.

Most recent closure: October 8, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

40Inspections
206Violations
2Closures
1Fire
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages

This Facility 5.2 violations / inspection 5.2 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg 5.44 violations / inspection 5.44 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Marion County Avg 0.26 closures / facility 0.26 county average

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:23:00
Flies 12:08:00

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019053515 $800.00 Oct 8, 2019 Tampa
5--2019006765 $400.00 Feb 7, 2019 Fort Lauderdale

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— 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. Propane tank with torch attached on cart near back door. Employee stated torch is used to light fire in smoker daily.

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)

— 4 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 8 inspections30 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala last inspected?
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala last shut down?
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala was last shut down on October 8, 2019 for roach 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 Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala?
The most frequently cited violations at Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala are: Single-use items, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala had?
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala find?
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala was most recently inspected on December 22, 2025 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala ever been shut down?
Yes, Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
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.
Has Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala been fined?
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Fat Boys B B (2022).

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