Smoked BBQ
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
82
Score
Smoked BBQ appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. Smoked BBQ was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average for Key West sits at 74, putting Smoked BBQ on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed chemical bottles and containers stored underneath the 3 compartment sink. During the inspection employee removed it. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer **Corrected On-Site**
14-69-4
82
Jul 22, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener blade. Operator moved to 3 compartment sink to wash. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on cutting board next to standing reach in cooler. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
36-12-4
Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Observed missing 1 hood filter, operator placed missing hood filter during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-42-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
23-03-4
74
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled. Manager cleaned it. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable.
36-12-4
86
Jun 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
22-02-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Hood filters soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-68-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup inside reach in freezer l
14-69-4
78
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milk in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager stated milk opened on 12/11.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler next to cook line. Can opener on kitchen prep table. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - 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 and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on floor next to reach-in freezer in dry storage area.
35A-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of cooking oil stored on floor in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above fryers. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink stored in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager removed drink from cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
61
Jun 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Jun 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Item in reach-in cooler next to fryers: noodles (48F - Cooling). Owner stated item placed in cooler the previous day: noodles (48F - Cooling).
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Item in reach-in cooler next to fryers: noodles (48F - Cooling). Owner stated item placed in cooler the previous day: noodles (48F - Cooling).
01B-36-5
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 14 rodent droppings on floor behind fryers next to back door. **Warning**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board of reach-in cooler on make line stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No training certificates for two employees.
53B-14-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in dry storage room stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vents above fryers.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Top shelf of reach-in cooler across from make line.
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cup boxes stored on floor in smoker room. Owner placed cup boxes on rack. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-05-4
43
Apr 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken above raw ribs inside reach in cooler. Owner inverted the food storage order immediately. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed excessive marks on cutting board **Repeat Violation**
14-09-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed accumulation of debris on reach in cooler gaskets.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed disposable cups boxes on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smoked BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smoked BBQ on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smoked BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Smoked BBQ.
How does Smoked BBQ compare to other restaurants in Key West?
Smoked BBQ most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Key West average of 74.
Has Smoked BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smoked BBQ have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Smoked BBQ means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Smoked BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smoked BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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