Smokin Aces Steakhouse
Last inspected: Oct 8, 2025
95
Score
Smokin Aces Steakhouse appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Oct 8, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “food being prepared outside”, which has been cited two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Plant City restaurant scores 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Light fixture not operational in dish area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-08: **Time Extended**
38-02-4
95
Oct 7, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook make line cooler: cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar (48F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding) **Warning**
03A-02-5
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. Tested 10ppm **Warning**
22-41-4
Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Light fixture not operational in dish area **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
38-02-4
70
Mar 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
86
Mar 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 2-1-2025. Manager renewed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Lloyd Kemp 7-31-2019, expired 7-31-2024 prometric **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Food being prepared outside. Observed thawing packs of fish thawing in running water in sink at unenclosed screened room Manager moved inside of restaurant **Warning**
08B-32-4
Basic - Food stored outside. Containers of oil, opened bag of onions, containers of spices stored in screened room Manager moved items inside **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-42-4
Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in handwashing, warewashing, or equipment and utensil storage areas. Observed lights missing from dish area ballas **Warning**
38-02-4
67
Nov 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
82
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
55
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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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 plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Back unenclosed screened prep area added in back of restaurant. Observed addition of Ice machine, prep tables, prep sink, hand washing sink, char grill, and coolers. Also observed storage shed with single service items and reach in freezers **Warning**
51-16-7
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in unenclosed screened food preparation and storage area in back kitchen. Observed exposed wiring, and unsealed wood for ceiling. **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Food being prepared and stored in unenclosed screened room in back kitchen exposed to the elements. Observed Ice Machine, 2 reach in freezers, 1 reach in cooler, char grill, soiled cooking utensils, 3 prep tables, spices, microwave, can opener, hand sink and prep sink. Also observed open trash can with gloves open meat wrappers in it as well. Verified with manager that meats are prepared and cooked on grill outside, and equipment is left exposed when not in operation **Warning**
08B-32-4
Basic - Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. In screened back food preparation and food storage room there is no hood system over char grill. **Warning**
36-68-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation area in unenclosed screened back prep room **Warning**
36-02-5
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in screened food preparation room in back of kitchen. Observed unenclosed screened walls and unsealed wood on north and east facing wall. **Warning**
36-30-4
52
Jun 22, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
86
Dec 16, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table Corrected-observed employee remove **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed employee at door for screened in room
35B-01-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed paper towels stored on floor in storage shed Corrected-observed employee place on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Unnecessary items stored in garbage enclosure. Observed broken refrigerator stored outside
33-30-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smokin Aces Steakhouse last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smokin Aces Steakhouse on file is from Oct 8, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Smokin Aces Steakhouse?
Across the inspection record, “food being prepared outside” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Smokin Aces Steakhouse.
How does Smokin Aces Steakhouse compare to other restaurants in Plant City?
Smokin Aces Steakhouse most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Plant City average of 81.
Has Smokin Aces Steakhouse's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smokin Aces Steakhouse have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Smokin Aces Steakhouse 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 Smokin Aces Steakhouse inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smokin Aces Steakhouse is inspected around four times per year on average.
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