SMOKIN' WATER BUFFALO
1431 RAIL HEAD BLVD STE 1, Naples FL 34110 · 920-707-3585
Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler closest to the front counter,
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2026014818 | Jan 12, 2026 | Mar 31, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 12, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator will manually adjust the sanitizer levels. Quaternary sanitizer in the triple sink 300ppm.
Jan 9, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator will manually adjust the sanitizer levels. Quaternary sanitizer in the triple sink 300ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (67F - Cold Holding); provolone cheese (57F - Cold Holding); American cheese (57F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler closest to the front counter,
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice on the fan housing in the walk in freezer.
Jan 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator will manually adjust the sanitizer levels. Quaternary sanitizer in the triple sink 300ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cut tomatoes (57F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (67F - Cold Holding); provolone cheese (57F - Cold Holding); American cheese (57F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the make table cooler closest to the front counter,
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In the hot holding drawer, chicken nuggets (112F - Hot Holding). Per operator the chicken nuggets were cooked less than 30 minutes prior. Operator increased the heat of the drawer and returned the chicken nuggets to the deep fryer. Chicken nuggets reheating temperature 212F.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. There is a buildup of ice on the fan housing in the walk in freezer.
Sep 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed chair blocking Hand washing sink at front counter. Operator moved chair
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket and steel scrubber in Hand washing sink near front line. Operator removed items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed Hand washing sink near Three compartment sink and Hand washing sink near front line with no paper towels. Operator replenished towels.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Near fryers, garbage can blocking Hand washing sink. And at front counter Hand washing sink blocked by rolling cart Operator moved can and cart
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. Operator has forms not completed. Employees began reading and filling out forms.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At triple sink operator replenished towels
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In sugar container in dry storage room
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tongs in standing water at wing saucing station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Drain at triple sink has accumulated debris
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in freezer.
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