Smokin Pig BBQ Joint
Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025
82
Score
Smokin Pig BBQ Joint has been inspected four times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Sep 4, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Compared to other Midway restaurants (averaging 91), there's room to close the gap. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 4, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pans of macaroni and cheese, baked beans, and potato salad stored in walk-in cooler with no date markings. Corrected on site by date marking items with the date prepared.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed black residue on inside of nozzles on soda fountain. Corrected on site by cleaning and sanitizing.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
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Apr 23, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 3 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
5-1B - proper reheating procedures for hot holding
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed container of Brunswick Stew in warmer cabinet at 114F. Employee stated that it was put in the warmer cabinet from the walk-in to reheat. Observed temperature at 119F at 3:30PM. This was discarded.
511-6-1.04(5)(h)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cheese, hot dogs, cole slaw, and potato salad stored in prep-top cooler above 41F. Cole slaw and potato salad were prepared within the last 4 hours and were moved to walk-in cooler. Hotdogs and cheese were discarded. Observed macaroni and cheese and baked beans dated 4/22 stored above 41F. Corrected on site by discarding. This is possibly a cooling issue.
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed blue liquid in milk jug and, vinegar jug, and spray bottles in kitchen. PIC stated that these were degreaser and sanitizer. Corrected on site by labeling with name of contents.
511-6-1.07(6)(b)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: Observed evidence of employees smoking in screened outdoor BBQ area. Observed partially smoked cigarette on wall. Observed cigarette butts on floor.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
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Dec 5, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed can of PT Alpine pressurized fly bait and Blaster penetrating catalyst stored on top shelf of dry storage rack above canned goods. Corrected on site by moving these to a storage area away from foods and single use items.
511-6-1.07(6)(c)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed screen door of smoker inclosure on outside rear of building no longer self-closes. Because this area can be entered directly from the kitchen it must be self-closing and tight fitting.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed baked beans being cooled in deep plastic container with plastic wrap and tight fitting lid on counter top. These were moved to an ice bath. Issues with cooling foods in these plastic pans has been noted on several previous inspections. Observed beef brisket cooling in walk-in cooler in stacks.
16B - plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: Observed sink drain leaking in employee restroom.
511-6-1.06(2)(r)
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Mar 6, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation.
View 3 violations
6-1C - proper cooling time and temperature
Inspector notes: Observed portions of pulled pork rolled in plastic wrap in walk-in cooler dated 3/6 at 74F at 1:40PM no temperature change at 2:15PM. These were stacked on top of each other. It is recommended to allow these to cool to 41F or below before stacking. Observed pans of Brunswick stew cooling on counter top with frozen water bottles in them. The frozen water bottles had completely thawed in one container. Temperature did not appear to be decreasing fast enough to meet two hour cooling time limit to go from 135F to 70F. Staff was unsure of what time items actually reached 135F. Stew was divided and put into ice baths.
511-6-1.04(6)(d)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: Observed items stored in prep-top cooler above 41F.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: Observed two pans of baked beans and two pans of banana pudding in walk-in cooler that were not date marked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Smokin Pig BBQ Joint last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Smokin Pig BBQ Joint on file is from Sep 4, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.
How does Smokin Pig BBQ Joint compare to other restaurants in Midway?
Smokin Pig BBQ Joint most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Midway average of 91.
Has Smokin Pig BBQ Joint's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Smokin Pig BBQ Joint have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Smokin Pig BBQ Joint 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 Pig BBQ Joint inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Smokin Pig BBQ Joint is inspected around three times per year on average.
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