Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood
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2955 Traverse Trail, Wildwood, FL 34785Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood has been cited for 71 violations across 20 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 3.55 violations per inspection — below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility shows a recurring pattern of serious compliance gaps. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 5 separate inspections, including the September 2025 routine inspection which documented 3 such violations. Management awareness violations were cited in 4 inspections between April and September 2025 alone. High-priority violations for improper cooking temperatures, chemical storage, hand washing, and food contact surface sanitation have each been documented multiple times. The facility received a Warning in April 2025 following a complaint inspection that found 11 violations including improper cooking temperatures and employee health reporting failures. No emergency closures have been issued. The most recent inspection on February 4, 2026 found 1 basic violation and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood: Comparison to Sumter County Averages
Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood last inspected?
- Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 4, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood?
- The most frequently cited violations at Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood are: Consumer advisory, Outer openings protected, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood had?
- Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood find?
- Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood was most recently inspected on February 4, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood ever been shut down?
- No, Dickeys Barbecue Pit in Wildwood has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
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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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