Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor
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35220 Us Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor has been subject to escalating enforcement action. The facility recorded 90 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the violation pattern has deteriorated sharply in recent months. The November 2025 routine inspection documented 27 violations including two high-priority findings for improper hand/arm washing and shell stock requirements, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition. The January 13, 2026 inspection followed with 12 additional violations and an Admin. Complaint Recommended disposition, indicating the state is pursuing formal disciplinary proceedings. High-priority violations for handwashing, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory failures have appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections. The facility has no record of emergency closures. The most recent inspection on January 13, 2026 resulted in an Admin. Complaint Recommended disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor: Comparison to Pinellas County Averages
Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 5 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· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor last inspected?
- Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor?
- The most frequently cited violations at Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Outer openings protected.
- How many health inspections has Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor had?
- Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor find?
- Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor ever been shut down?
- No, Big Mommas Hickory Smoked BBQ in Palm Harbor has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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.
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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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