CRAFT SMOKE HOUSE LLC
1480 MLK JR BLVD STE A, Bartow FL 33830 · 863-358-2099
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Eggs over pork ribs inside the reach in cooler in the dishwasher area. Eggs was removed.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. A package of picnic roast inside the hand washing sink in the dishwasher area. The roast was removed. The hand washing sink,was cleaned and sanitized.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Serving spoons and knife in water at 80 F. In a container on the prep table next to the stove.
Open dumpster lid.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pulled pork and brisket in glass door cooler prepared the previous day not date marked. Operator placed date.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat items in glass door cooler. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf
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.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee with no food handler training, no reporting agreement on file. Emailed to operator
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pulled pork and brisket in glass door cooler prepared the previous day not date marked. Operator placed date.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Food stored on floor. Fryer oil on floor. Vinegar used for cooking observed on floor. Operator placed items on shelf.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop on soda fountain grate fountain grate. Operator removed. Discussed placing in ice with handle up.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave has buildup of food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Side by side refrigerator by ice machine.
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Between flat grill and fryers.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Slotted spoon in the hand washing sink in the kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food on the cook line.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Top section of the microwave.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Eggs over pork ribs inside the reach in cooler in the dishwasher area. Eggs was removed.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Bathroom facility in disrepair. Ladies restroom. Men's room is now unisex.
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.