Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala
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4132 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, FL 34470Fat 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.
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Comparison to Marion County Averages
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Emergency Closure History (2)
Fat Boys BBQ in Ocala: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement 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
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
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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.
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 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
High Priority Violations
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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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).
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