Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales
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3155 Canal Rd, Lake Wales, FL 33898Vinny's Smoke-N-Grill in Lake Wales has a substantial enforcement history marked by critical roach infestations and recurring violations spanning a decade. The facility experienced two emergency closures in August 2016 for roach activity, along with documented fire safety hazards including frayed and spliced electrical wires. Across 26 inspections from 2016 to present, the facility accumulated 130 total violations—an average of 5.0 per inspection, tracking near the Florida statewide average of 5.2—but high-priority violations have been a persistent pattern, particularly hand washing violations (cited repeatedly in 2024–2026), employee health policy failures (January 2025), and improper chemical storage (October 2025). The facility has been subject to two disciplinary actions totaling $750 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 identified six violations including three high-priority hand washing violations and three high-priority approved food source violations, with the inspection completed and no further action required. An administrative complaint was recommended following the October 22, 2025 inspection.
Most recent closure: August 23, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales: Comparison to Polk County Averages
Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales: Emergency Closure History (2)
Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $750.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2016036651 | $450.00 | Aug 2, 2016 | Tampa | |
| 3--2016040878 | $300.00 | Aug 23, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 47-01-4 · Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Complaint Full · 47-01-4 · Emergency order recommended
Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 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
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales last inspected?
- Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales last shut down?
- Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales was last shut down on August 23, 2016 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 Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales?
- The most frequently cited violations at Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales had?
- Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales find?
- Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales ever been shut down?
- Yes, Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- Has Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $750.00 in fines.
- How much has Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales been fined?
- Vinny's Smoke-n-grill in Lake Wales has been fined a total of $750.00 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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