Dickey's Barbecue

8008 HERB KELLER WAY C2190, Dallas, TX 75235

97cited violations

32serious tier

14inspections

Historical record. Historical: the City of Dallas published this dataset from October 2016 to February 2024 and then ended it (dataset ended 2024). Later inspections are not in it. Points follow the Texas inspection form: Priority items 3 points (shown as serious), Priority Foundation 2, Core 1.

Establishment

Type: Food establishment
Inspected by: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset)
Official record: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset) inspection reports

Other public records for this business

Year by year

Year	Inspections	Violations	Serious
2023	3	30	11
2022	1	7	1
2021	1	7	3
2020	2	13	5
2019	2	9	3
2018	3	19	4
2017	2	12	5

Inspections

Nov 27, 2023 Routine Score 83
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Observed potato salad @ 56.7 F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  Observed soiled potato slicer equipment while not in use
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands before donning new gloves
  
  Observed employee donning new gloves without washing hands
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
  
  Repair leaking backflow device
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
  
  Do not store personal drink above utensils
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
  
  keep pickles 6 inches off floor in WIC
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
  
  repair light shield in WIC, repair storage shelf wrapped by saran wrap, RIF light
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  Clean dirty can opener; clean dirty/mold RIC/RIH gaskets
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  Repair leak on faucet @ utility sink and 3-comp sink; repair missing ceiling tiles
Jul 19, 2023 Routine Score 75
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Observed colesaw @ 52.3 F and potato salad @ 54.8 F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
  
  Observed Ribs @ 126.5 F, sausage @ 123.4 F, chicken @ 119 F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  Observed soiled can opener blade and mold inside ice machine
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands before donning new gloves
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Water & Plumbing in good repair- per code
  
  Observed leaking back flow device on mop sink; Leak on utility sink faucet
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Washing hands only at a designated hand sink
  
  not at 3-compartment sink
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Individual, disposable towels
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Pest control-routine inspections for
  
  Observed multiple gnats @ bar hand sink/dump sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Thawing. under running water criteria
  
  do not thaw food @ room temperature
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  clean RIC gasket and dirty can opener
Jan 18, 2023 Routine Score 86
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  Clean moldy ice machine from inside and observed debris accumulation on can opener
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands before donning new gloves
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Individual, disposable towels
  
  At every hand wash sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
  
  Observed personal drinks on prep tables
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions stored off the floor and used in a manner that preve
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
  
  pickles in WIC
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  In-use utensils, between-use storage. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food prep
  
  Observed ice scoop handle directly touching ice
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
  
  Clean dirty floors
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Premises shall be maintained in good repair
  
  Repair leak on faucet @ prep sink and hot valve knob
Jan 26, 2022 Routine Score 88
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  Observed dirty can opener blade and ice machine cover.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  RFSM not on site.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Original cont. of RTE/PHF/Day1= day of opening
  
  Must datemark items held longer than 24 hrs for no more than 7 days.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Equipment and Utensils Multiuse Materials durable
  
  Observed cardboard used as a food container and trash can.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Floors/walls/ceiling/nonfood dirty
  
  Observed dirty floors and walls.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Drying Mops-air dry
  
  Hang mops to dry.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Health permit posted
  
  Permit not posted. Call 214-670-8083 for info.
Jul 15, 2021 Routine Score 85
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Observe potato salad 51 degrees F, cheese 49 degrees F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Clean Sight and Touch
  
  Observed dirty can opener blade
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Hands wash procedures-without soap
  
  Observed rinsing hands without soap and without drying
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Individual, disposable towels
  
  Observed no paper towels at both hand sinks
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Equipment has cracks and corners
  
  Observed container lid broken and cracked
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
  
  Observed RIF missing bottom panel
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Drying Mops-air dry
  
  Hang mop to allow air dry
Dec 15, 2020 Routine Score 80
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Observed cheese 49 degrees F.
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  After being cleaned, equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be sanitized in an expos
  
  Observed not sanitizing dishes
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  When to wash hands before donning new gloves
  
  Observed not washing hands before donning gloves
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items storage adjacent to food/utensils
  
  Observed chemicals next to cookware
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Washing hands only at a designated hand sink
  
  Observed washing hands in produce sink
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Individual, disposable towels
  
  Observed no paper towels at hand sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Hair Restraints effective
  
  Use hair restraints
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Containers of chemical sanitizing solutions stored off the floor and used in a manner that preve
  
  Observed sanitizer bucket on floor
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Storing the food at least 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
  
  Observed onions on floor
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
  
  Observed missing RIC front bottom panel
May 12, 2020 Routine Score 94
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Toxic items labeling-non original container
  
  Label spray bottle
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handwashing lavatory - used for other purpose
  
  Observed items in hand sink. Use for hand washing only
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  Observed WIC floor dirty
Oct 30, 2019 Routine Score 92
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  Observed potato salad 50.6 degrees F
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  Renew expired RFSM
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking combined ingredients for RTE/ TCS food
  
  Date mark prepped food if not used in less than 24 hours.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Equipment in good repair and proper adjustment.
  
  Replace torn RIC gaskets
Mar 28, 2019 Routine Score 89
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
  
  chicken 104'f rib 117'f
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Grease Trap Tickets
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Pest Control
  
  provide pest control record
Sep 12, 2018 Routine Score 90
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Cold Hold (41øF/45øF or below)
  
  cole slaw 52° F
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Q.A. PPM - follow manufacturer's direction
  
  400 ppm
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
  
  cheese
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
Jul 30, 2018 Routine Score 92
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Eating food, chewing gum, drinking beverages, or using tobacco
  
  observed employee personnel food and beverage on prep table next to clean equipment and product.
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Maintain in Good Repair
  
  replace front panel of RIF. Repair or remove broken hot box. All equipment shall be utilized for its intent and purpose.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Nonfood-contact surfaces material
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Cloths in-use for wiping between uses stored
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
  
  all employees shall obtain a food handler certification if not Food Manager certified within 30 days of employment.
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Other Violations
Jan 25, 2018 Routine Score 82
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
  
  baked beans 110F asked to reheat
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handlers-Certificate Not On Site
  
  All employees handling food need to have food handler cards on site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking commercially prepared RTE/ TCS food
  
  date mark all items prepared on site coleslaw/onions/chives in walk in cooler observed not date marked
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  Establishment has to have a spill kit OR written instructions for vomit//diarrhea clean up so employees know how to properly clean
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Dirty nonfood contact surfaces
  
  clean ice machine filters
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  A establishment shall have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to vomitin
  
  Establishment has to have a spill kit OR written instructions for vomit//diarrhea clean up so employees know how to properly clean
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Conditions of Permit-in use of food equipment
  
  Have latest inspection report posted where customers can see or have a sign stating that inspection report is available upon request
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  A food employee or conditional employee shall report to PIC the information as specified under (
  
  establishment needs to have written procedures for employees to report foodborne symptoms or ask for dr note when returning to work
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Equipment & Utensils smooth easily cleanable
  
  clean reach in coolers, and hot warmers
Jun 30, 2017 Routine Score 86
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
  
  sausage 107'f, ham 109'f, beef 115'f
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Chemical sanitizer generated onsite, device criteria
  
  set up sanitizer bucket
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
  
  last warning
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F
  
  cheese, cole slaw
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Handwashing lavatory - accessible
  
  utensils block the hand sink
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 15 cm (6 inches) above the floor
  
  all drinks and food must store above floor 6 ins
- Not serious Core (1 points)
  Health permit posted
Jan 18, 2017 Routine Score 87
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Food products not maintained at 135øF or above
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Q.A. PPM - follow manufacturer's direction
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  RFSM - Not On Site
- Not serious Priority Foundation (2 points)
  Sanitizing solutions, testing devices
- Serious Priority (3 points)
  Date marking > 24 hrs,on site,temp 41F

Source: City of Dallas Code Compliance (2016–2024 dataset). History last read Oct 1, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.