Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 31, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near five violations per visit.
The pattern that stands out is “employee with no hair restraint while engaging”, which has been cited three times.
By comparison, the average North Fort Myers facility scores 89, putting Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Sep 11, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Jan 30, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper tat hand washing sink next to dishwasher table. Operator refilled paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing floor drain cover in dishwasher area.
29-18-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee on cook's line with no hair restraint while preparing food.
13-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed buildup of food debris on wall behind shelf across from dishwasher table.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar unlabeled in large plastic bin by ice machines.
02D-01-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed floors with buildup of debris by soda syrup rack.
36-10-4
67
Sep 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle with chemicals stored next Toto go items. Operator removed from shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife between reach in cooler and counter on cook's line. Employee removed knife. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on handle of oven around the corner from the cook's line. Operator removed tongs. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
74
May 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
32
Aug 3, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Jun 21, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
67
May 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. Operator printed sign and posted during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing a watch while preparing food.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee with no hair restraint on cooks line preparing food. **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed styrofoam to go containers not stored inverted on cook's line. Operator inverted items during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
78
Mar 7, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. Provided Operator with Clean up Form DBPR HR 5030-104 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
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. Provided Operator with Employee Reporting Agreement DBPR Form HR 5030-103 via email. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Operator unsure when water filters were last serviced.
29-28-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee preparing food with no hair restraint on cooks line.
13-03-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop on floor by hand washing sink next to dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on counter of cooks line not stored in sanitizer.
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed bulk sugar on counter of server station unlabeled. Operator labeled during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall over dish table of dishwasher. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q?
Across the inspection record, “employee with no hair restraint while engaging” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q.
How does Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q compare to other restaurants in North Fort Myers?
Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the North Fort Myers average of 89.
Has Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q 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 Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smoke'n Pit Bar B Q is inspected around three times per year on average.
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