BB-RAD'S SMOKEHOUSE
1817 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville FL 32780 · 321-567-4677
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 22 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 in prep area -1 in soda bag-in-box area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired chemical test strips for chlorine and Quat
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above smoker area in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets in reach in freezer by fryers
Water filter not designed to facilitate disassembly for periodic servicing and cleaning. Water filter serviced on 9/15/2024
May 12, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. First reading 0 ppm. Operator primed it, new reading 50 ppm.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired chemical test strips for chlorine and Quat
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By hand sink next to kitchen entrance
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above smoker area in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets in reach in freezer by fryers
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored on floor in dry storage area
Water filter not designed to facilitate disassembly for periodic servicing and cleaning. Water filter serviced on 9/15/2024
Mar 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. First reading 0 ppm. Operator primed it, new reading 50 ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw pork stored over raw beef in walk in cooler. Operator removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Expired chemical test strips for chlorine and Quat
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator cooks pulled pork, cools then vacuum seals pulled pork packages to use within 7 days without a HACCP plan.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By hand sink next to kitchen entrance
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above smoker area in kitchen
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. For manager serving food
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On dry rack in kitchen
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets in reach in freezer by fryers
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored on floor in dry storage area
Water filter not designed to facilitate disassembly for periodic servicing and cleaning. Water filter serviced on 9/15/2024
Oct 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef stored above raw pork in walk in cooler. Operator corrected
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sterno cans stored on shelf above single service items. Operator removed
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in kitchen
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine interior with yellow substance by dish machine. Operator cleanup up while inspectors were still on site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets with black substance in Reach in freezer used to store fish by fryers
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lemons stored above ready to eat lettuce in walk in cooler. Operator moved them
Feb 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Small pans inside handwashing sink near triple sink area. Operator removed.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice chute at self service soda machine soiled.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Gave operator document.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Bags of greens beans and baked beans in Walk in cooler no date mark. Operator started putting correct date on items.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above smoker in kitchen ceiling soiled.
Feb 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 8, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Inspector repeated testing of temp of Dish Washing Machine 3 x. Not reaching minimum temp of 150° on wash cycle nor minimum 170° for final rinse.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Corn casserole prepared on site with cream corn, sour cream, can sweet corn, butter and who.e raw egg, dated prepared 2-1-24; today 2-8-24 see stop sale
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. See 2-c out dated product, corn casserole approx 6 gallons.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. hot holding alto shaam; beef brisket prepared on site from raw, pulled from smoker at approx 1045-11 am today from cooking over nigh (); pulled from cooker at 192° final cooking temp per log. (); beef brisket in hot holding unit (128-133F - Hot Holding); item placed in oven to rapid reheat. (Retemped after 15 mins 170-174° reheated)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of degreaser stored with and over cleaned food storage containers. Removed by kitchen manager.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Counter mounted can opener soiled, removed to dish washing station. Cleaned while inspection was taking place
No temperature measuring device provided on dishmachine. Secondary measuring device not available for temp Dish Washing Machine unit, operator ordered temp strips while inspection was taking place.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Trainer cert # on hourly training records
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water treatment filter on ice machine not date marked last changed or when needs changed. Operator checked records and added date
Ice bucket not stored inverted stored between uses. Corrected
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cases unwashed produce stored over washed /ready to eat produce, corrected
Sep 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 in prep area -1 in soda bag-in-box area
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked sausage 116-122F, per operator less than 30 minutes in hot holding cabinet on front line, operator relocated to oven to reheat to 165F -cooked beef brisket "burnt ends" 105-118F, per operator less than 2 hours, pans double stacked, operator discarded
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. -QUATERNARY AMMONIA exceeding 500ppm, operator diluted with water, retested 200ppm
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink next to triple sink, operator installed new paper towels
No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink at front line, operator installed new soap
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. -training certificates lacking expiration dates/have incorrect expiration dates
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -floor in dishwashing area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -employee bottled water in reach-in freezer, operator discarded
Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. -styrofoam hinged trays at front line, operator relocated
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.