Top Notch Smokehouse

201 W. Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950

American

Last inspected: Apr 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Top Notch Smokehouse has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near one violation each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “single-service articles not stored inverted or protected” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Punta Gorda sits at 82, putting Top Notch Smokehouse on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 10, 2026

Complaint Full

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed potato salad not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed container not inverted at shelf. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

25-06-4

Feb 13, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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/ Ryan Lewis, 09/16/2020.

53A-03-7

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar container not labeled at shelf. Operator labeled the food item. **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Mar 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed multiple cans blocking the handwash sink. Operator removed the cans to allow clear access to the handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

31A-09-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door hinges in disrepair.

14-11-5

Jun 28, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container blocking the handwash sink. Operator removed the container. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Mar 8, 2024

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple containers not inverted at shelf. Operator inverted the containers. **Corrected On-Site**

25-06-4

Jun 29, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

May 23, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Top Notch Smokehouse last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Top Notch Smokehouse on file is from Apr 10, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Top Notch Smokehouse?

Across the inspection record, “single-service articles not stored inverted or protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Top Notch Smokehouse.

How does Top Notch Smokehouse compare to other restaurants in Punta Gorda?

Top Notch Smokehouse most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Punta Gorda average of 82.

Has Top Notch Smokehouse's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Top Notch Smokehouse have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Top Notch Smokehouse 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 Top Notch Smokehouse inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Top Notch Smokehouse is inspected around two times per year on average.

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