Fatty's BBQ and Soul Food
846 49 St S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33707 · Permanent Food Service · License 6206643
What drove the grade
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Aug 26 routine inspection1 high priority (fixed on the spot), 3 intermediate (2 fixed on the spot), 3 basic (1 repeat)-14
- Complaint after follow-up on Oct 28Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score66
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Inspection history
1 inspection · 2 visitsRoutine inspection
- Follow-up visitOct 28, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
4 violations still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
Establishment still does not have training.
Administrative complaint
Basic3
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
More time given
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
More time given
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven and microwave have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
More time given
- First visitAug 26, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
7 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
High priority1
Code 08, Food protection and cross-contamination: Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
-raw eggs stored above shredded cheese in reach in cooler near kitchen entrance Operator moved eggs
Fixed on the spot
Intermediate3
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
-pans and lids in hand wash sink by 3 compartment sink Operator moved items
Fixed on the spot
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
-in restroom Operator put out paper towels
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: 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. Employees who engage in food handling and have been employed for over 60 days have no proof of food handler training
Basic3
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
-cutting board on prep table grooved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Code 22, Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized: Interior of oven and microwave have accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Repeat violation
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
- Ready-to-eat food
- Food eaten without further cooking, such as salads, sandwiches, deli meats and cooked dishes.