Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale
Last inspected:
3351 Ne 32 St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale has accumulated 209 violations across 32 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.5 per visit. The facility has faced two fire safety violations, including a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone in 2025 and a locked exit door in 2022. State records show two disciplinary actions totaling $460 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve proper ventilation, outer openings protection, and employee health reporting.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale: Comparison to Broward County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Broward County Avg
4.52
violations / inspection
4.52 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Broward County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $460.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023062727 | $300.00 | Oct 25, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2022016494 | $160.00 | Mar 16, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked by mop bucket For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 4 inspections21 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale last inspected?
- Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 23, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale?
- The most frequently cited violations at Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale are: Proper ventilation, Outer openings protected, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale had?
- Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale find?
- Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale was most recently inspected on October 23, 2025 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale ever been shut down?
- No, Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $460.00 in fines.
- How much has Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale been fined?
- Smoke BBQ in Fort Lauderdale has been fined a total of $460.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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