Caribbean BBQ
184 Marion Oaks, Ocala, FL 34473 · Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle · License 5251147
What drove the grade
Establishment operating with no potable running water.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Nov 6 routine inspection4 high priority, 5 intermediate, 1 basic-40
- Emergency closure on Nov 6, still closedCounts in full until a follow-up lets the place reopen-35
- Safety score25
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 1 visitRoutine inspection
- First visitNov 6, 2026 Emergency closure
Conditions were a danger to public health, so the business was ordered to close immediately. It can't reopen until an inspector confirms the problems are fixed.
10 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority4
Code 01, Approved source; food safe and unadulterated: Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Observed flies, landing on food and food preparation equipment. Four pieces of chicken in a black bin, with flies landing directly on the chicken.
Code 27, Water source: Establishment operating with no potable running water.
No running water, no holding tank on site.
Code 35, Insects, rodents, pests and animals: Live, small flying insects found.
Observed 10 flying insects landing on food preparation areas, equipment and food (cooked chicken).
Code 50, Current license displayed: Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Establishment observed preparing, serving, and selling food to customers with an expired license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants dated June 1, 2026.
Administrative complaint
Intermediate5
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area.
Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handwashing sink inoperable due to lack of running water and waste water drainage. Employees unable to properly wash hands.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No certified food manager for establishment.
A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No documents available at inspection time.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No documents available at installation time for two male employees.
Basic1
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Uncovered food.
Cooked chicken stored uncovered in a black bin, with flies landing directly on the food.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Stop sale
- An order that the food can’t be sold or served.