One employee was also seen dropping a glove on the floor, picking it up and putting it back on, officials said. The "person in charge" was seen washing their hands "with no soap in the vegetable sink."

"Insect control devices [were] stored above salt, food prep areas and food items," the report said.

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The restaurant had its permit suspended due to the infractions, which included "a fourth-time violation" of a rule restricting employee drinks and food in the kitchen. A "compliance conference" with health officials must be held before the restaurant can be reinstated.

Best BBQ passed several recent evaluations but received a 25/U after an inspection in May. Attempts to contact the restaurant for comment were unsuccessful Tuesday morning.