Smokin Grate BBQ Down South

909 Leonard C Taylor Pkwy, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043
American
Last inspected: May 15, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Smokin Grate BBQ Down South has three inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated May 15, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Green Cove Springs restaurant scores 83. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

3
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 15, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. No written procedures available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-104. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
90
Dec 3, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. brisket (110F - Hot Holding); chicken (110F - Hot Holding). Operator stated cooked 1.5 hours ago and placed in warmer. Operator placed both items in smoker to reheat. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed door without self closing device. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
82

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smokin Grate BBQ Down South last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smokin Grate BBQ Down South on file is from May 15, 2025. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Smokin Grate BBQ Down South compare to other restaurants in Green Cove Springs?

Smokin Grate BBQ Down South most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Green Cove Springs average of 83.

Has Smokin Grate BBQ Down South's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Smokin Grate BBQ Down South have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smokin Grate BBQ Down South 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 Grate BBQ Down South inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Smokin Grate BBQ Down South is inspected roughly once per year on average.