Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin
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514 S Hwy 41, Ruskin, FL 33570Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin has accumulated 443 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 11.1 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. The facility was emergency-closed on March 2, 2021 for roach activity. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. Fire safety violations included missing portable fire extinguishers documented in 2021. Recurring violations include food contact surface deficiencies, chemical storage failures, and consumer advisory issues, which appeared across multiple recent inspections. High-priority violations for employee health reporting, shell stock requirements, and time-as-control have also been cited repeatedly. The most recent inspection on December 30, 2025 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition following a Warning Issued on December 16, 2025.
Most recent closure: March 2, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin: Comparison to Hillsborough County Averages
This Facility
10.8
violations / inspection
10.8 violations per inspection
Hillsborough County Avg
5.75
violations / inspection
5.75 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Hillsborough County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin: Emergency Closure History (1)
Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2021014519 | $400.00 | Mar 2, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher stored on the floor next to reach in freezer away from its designated 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.
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher stored on the floor across from three compartment sink.
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.
Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— 9 inspections42 violations · 24 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 7 inspections74 violations · 38 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections37 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections35 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin last inspected?
- Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin last shut down?
- Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin was last shut down on March 2, 2021 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 Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin?
- The most frequently cited violations at Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin had?
- Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin find?
- Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin ever been shut down?
- Yes, Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin been fined?
- Barbara's Family Restaurant in Ruskin has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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).
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