Smokin Puffin

2135 Sadler Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

American

Last inspected: Jun 2, 2023

100

Score

Low Risk

Smokin Puffin has been inspected three times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 2, 2023. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at Smokin Puffin since Jun 2, 2023, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around zero violations, down from roughly nine violations earlier in the record.

Compared to the broader Fernandina Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 69, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Jun 2, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 30, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over bagged cooked chicken and salsa - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

08A-05-6

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Washed hands at handsink then dried hands on towel from back pocket - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

12A-18-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands at triple sink - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

12A-03-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handsink employee provided **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and cooked beef in reach in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

02C-02-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo plates stored on. Floor of kitchen, moved **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

25-05-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of Oil on floor - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-30: **Time Extended**

08B-47-4

Nov 22, 2022

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Washed hands at handsink then dried hands on towel from back pocket

12A-18-4

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over bagged cooked chicken and salsa

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands at triple sink

12A-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handsink employee provided **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

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.

53B-01-5

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and cooked beef in reach in cooler

02C-02-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of Oil on floor

08B-47-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of Togo plates stored on. Floor of kitchen, moved **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smokin Puffin last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Smokin Puffin on file is from Jun 2, 2023. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Smokin Puffin compare to other restaurants in Fernandina Beach?

Smokin Puffin most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fernandina Beach average of 69.

Has Smokin Puffin's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Smokin Puffin have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Smokin Puffin means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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