UNITED SMOKEHOUSE
519 2 ST S, Safety Harbor FL 34695
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 14 visits since June 2024
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 flies on cutting board. Employee cleaned and sanitized cutting board. 1 fly near dishmachine.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $880
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2017029563 | Feb 23, 2017 | Dec 26, 2017 | $880 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings observed under wire rack in kitchen containing equipment 4 rodent droppings observed behind bays at the front of the establishment. Operator disposed of the droppings then cleaned and sanitized the area.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 rodent droppings observed under wire rack in kitchen containing equipment 4 rodent droppings observed behind bays at the front of the establishment. Operator disposed of the droppings then cleaned and sanitized the area.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
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Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
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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.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in kitchen
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee in entire establishment. Water at 80 F when run over 2 minutes
Interior of oven has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues at counter area near register
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jamie's certificate expired 12/16/24 November proof of certification for manager Taurus, but owner states that they received the training together and his also expired on 12/16/24
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 flies on cutting board. Employee cleaned and sanitized cutting board. 1 fly near dishmachine.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jamie's certificate expired 12/16/24 November proof of certification for manager Taurus, but owner states that they received the training together and his also expired on 12/16/24
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 flies on cutting board. Employee cleaned and sanitized cutting board. 1 fly near dishmachine.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jamie's certificate expired 12/16/24 November proof of certification for manager Taurus, but owner states that they received the training together and his also expired on 12/16/24
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 flies on cutting board. Employee cleaned and sanitized cutting board. 1 fly near dishmachine.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jamie's certificate expired 12/16/24 November proof of certification for manager Taurus, but owner states that they received the training together and his also expired on 12/16/24
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 6 flies on cutting board. Employee cleaned and sanitized cutting board. 1 fly near dishmachine.
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. Provided operator with paper form, form is now hanging.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Jamie's certificate expired 12/16/24 November proof of certification for manager Taurus, but owner states that they received the training together and his also expired on 12/16/24
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee cooking not wearing a hair restraint or a beard guard. Employee put on hat.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with paper form. Form is now hanging.
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handsink in separate storage area blocked by equipment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink in separate storage area. Manager added paper towels
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. 1 employee, Lance, has not signed employee reporting agreement.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in bar. Operator placed soap at sink Handwash sink in separate storage area. manager added soap to all locations
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Brisket cooked on 6/01/24. Operator added date.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No paper sign at handwash sink in separate storage area.manager added hand washing sign
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