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Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604

3901 Us 98 N, Lakeland, FL 33809
American
Last inspected: Apr 24, 2026
100
Score
Low Risk

Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 was last inspected on Apr 24, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Lakeland restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 24, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 7, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. Observed cutting boards on cook line soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers still wet put up to dry, in clean dish storage shelf.
24-08-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed floors soiled with food debris on cook line, and in walk in freezer.
36-01-4
82
Jul 21, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm), container of chlorine empty, manager replaced container. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris around soda nozzles, employee cleaned around nozzles. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in ice drop area, employee cleaned interior of ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor under equipment in main bar. Employee cleaned floors. **Corrected On-Site**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed debris in bottle shelf tiers in main bar. Employee cleaned shelves. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
67
May 1, 2025
Complaint Full
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior chute, employee cleaned interior chute. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed on cook line equipment.
23-24-4
90
Nov 13, 2024
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
78
Aug 23, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 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 Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade manager moved to dish area for cleaning. **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container in hand sink in bar area. **Warning**
31A-11-4
Basic - Inaccurate/damaged temperature and/or pressure gauge(s) on dishmachine. **Warning**
16-38-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed behind kitchen equipment. Also debris in walk in cooler walls, and kitchen walls. **Warning**
36-73-4
64
Jan 18, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container in hand wash sink in bar area, manager removed container from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled floor drain in bar area.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed on interior side walls and upper dispensing area. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hand on side wall of food preparation table touching wall on one side, manager removed tongs from table. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
78

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 on file is from Apr 24, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604.

How does Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 compare to other restaurants in Lakeland?

Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Lakeland average of 86.

Has Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 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 Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill #7604 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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