Smokehouse Restaurant
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
74
Score
Smokehouse Restaurant has been inspected nine times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Nov 5, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Punta Gorda average 82, so Smokehouse Restaurant trails the local norm. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs behind partial cooked bacon at Walk in Cooler. Operator relocated the bacon to a proper and safe area at Walk in Cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not identified at front counter Reach in Cooler. Operator labeled the employee food item. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filter exposed to air contaminants at wait station. Operator covered the filters. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer solution 0ppm on test strip. Operator added chlorine to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
74
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm at dish machine due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced with a full container to a minimum of 50ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the sign. **Repeat Violation**
51-13-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on test strip. Operator added more chlorine to correct to 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
78
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed raw shell eggs not time marked at cookline. Operator time marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-02-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth at prep table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup behind walk in cooler handle. Operator cleaned the handle. **Corrected On-Site**
23-24-4
78
Sep 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs behind deli meat at Walk in Cooler. Operator placed the deli meat in a different location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sausage patties not date marked. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete at various locations at kitchen.
36-02-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine sanitizer 0ppm on test strip. Operator corrected the chlorine sanitizer to 100ppm by adding chlorine sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed the sign.
51-13-4
67
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 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. Observed milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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.
53B-14-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups at wait station. Educated the operator.
24-08-4
78
Sep 19, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 20, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed over 200pm on test strip. Operation corrected to 100ppm by adding more water. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-27-4
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. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. **Warning**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed no issue or expiration date. Operator completed the document. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53B-10-4
58
Dec 15, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed 0ppm due to empty sanitizer container. Operator replaced with a new sanitizer container. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-02-5
78
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed partial cooked pork over ready to eat ham at Reach in Cooler. Operator switched the food items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. Observed milk at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Manager: Jessica Sorbino. Food Manager Certified arrived during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smokehouse Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smokehouse Restaurant on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smokehouse Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Smokehouse Restaurant.
How does Smokehouse Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?
Smokehouse Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Punta Gorda average of 82.
Has Smokehouse Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smokehouse Restaurant have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Smokehouse Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Smokehouse Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smokehouse Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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