BAR-B-QUE KING
2132 MAIN ST, TAMPA, FL 33607
License #3919417
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Mixed Health Record
How is this score calculated? →BAR-B-QUE KING in TAMPA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 84.8 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 20, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 13 total violations — 3 critical, 4 major, 6 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen. Provided.
- [10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Water temped 81 F.
- [50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 02/01/2026.
- [11-27-4] Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
- [13-03-4] Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 1 employee in kitchen.
- [51-13-4] No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
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