Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando
Last inspected:
8001 S Orange Blossom Trl Ste 206, Orlando, FL 32809Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ in Orlando's Florida Mall Food Court has accumulated 537 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.2 violations per visit. The facility has never been shut down but faces recurring compliance issues with hand washing, food contact surfaces, and ventilation. Fire inspections documented spliced electrical wires at the front serving line in 2018. The restaurant has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $2,520 in fines, with the largest single penalty of $800.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
This Facility
12.2
violations / inspection
12.2 violations per inspection
Orange County Avg
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Orange County Avg
0.12
closures / facility
0.12 county average
Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (6)
Total fines on record: $2,520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024069361 | $160.00 | Sep 20, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2021018011 | $800.00 | Mar 15, 2021 | Tampa | |
| 4--2020008844 | $400.00 | Jan 29, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2018019033 | $600.00 | Feb 22, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2017011102 | $400.00 | Jan 19, 2017 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2016044071 | $160.00 | Jul 15, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Observed spliced electrical wires at the front serving line. For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection 2018-09-10: **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 47-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed spliced electrical wires at the front serving line. 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.
Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections47 violations · 34 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections27 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections52 violations · 32 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 9 inspections67 violations · 44 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando last inspected?
- Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 18, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando had?
- Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando find?
- Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando was most recently inspected on February 18, 2026 with 17 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 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 Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando has 6 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,520.00 in fines.
- How much has Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando been fined?
- Gotcha Smokehouse BBQ Fl Mall Food Ct in Orlando has been fined a total of $2,520.00 across 6 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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