Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
818 Post St, Jacksonville, FL 32204Holy Smoke Barbeque in Jacksonville has accumulated 212 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down in August 2025 for roach activity, with inspectors documenting an emergency order after finding 24 violations including 5 high-priority issues. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $450 in fines. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and employee health reporting are the top recurring violations, with a notable enforcement pattern in late 2024 and August 2025.
Most recent closure: August 7, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
7.1
violations / inspection
7.1 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.26
violations / inspection
6.26 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Duval County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $450.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025072832 | $250.00 | Aug 7, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2022002211 | $200.00 | Dec 13, 2021 | Miami (Doral) |
Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 7 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections38 violations · 27 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 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· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between August 7, 2025 and August 8, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 6, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville was last shut down on August 7, 2025 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Parasite destruction.
- How many health inspections has Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville had?
- Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville find?
- Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on August 6, 2026 with 8 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $450.00 in fines.
- How much has Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville been fined?
- Holy Smoke Barbeque LLC in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $450.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
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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