Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow

Last inspected:

1480 Mlk Jr Blvd Ste a, Bartow, FL 33830
Overview

Craft Smoke House in Bartow has compiled 104 violations across 23 inspections since 2022, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection—roughly aligned with Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. Employee health policy violations are a recurring issue, appearing in at least 5 inspections including the most recent visits in March 2026. The December 2025 inspection was particularly significant, documenting 21 violations and resulting in a Warning Issued disposition; that inspection cited employee health policy violations, food safety concerns (food in good condition, approved food source), handwashing failures, and consumer advisory issues. The most recent inspections on March 19, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied and Inspection Completed - No Further Action dispositions.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

23Inspections
104Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 4.5 violations / inspection 4.5 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)

— 2 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow last inspected?
Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow?
The most frequently cited violations at Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
How many health inspections has Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow had?
Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow find?
Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow was most recently inspected on March 19, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow ever been shut down?
No, Craft Smoke House LLC in Bartow has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?
Violation 33 (Proper cooling equipment) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/33.

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