Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando
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9318 E Colonial Dr A9, Orlando, FL 32817Smokey Jays Bar-B-Q in Orlando has accumulated 82 violations across 20 inspections between 2019 and March 2026, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection — slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have centered on hand-washing compliance, appearing in at least 6 separate inspections, alongside recurring issues with chemical storage, employee health policy, and consumer advisories. A fire safety violation was documented in July 2019 when an exit path was found blocked by a painted-shut door. The most recent inspection on March 6, 2026 resulted in Inspection Completed - No Further Action with 3 basic violations cited.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando: Comparison to Orange County Averages
Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando last inspected?
- Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando?
- The most frequently cited violations at Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando are: Adequate lighting, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando had?
- Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando find?
- Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando was most recently inspected on March 6, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando ever been shut down?
- No, Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Smokey Jays Bar-b-q in Orlando operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Thai Purple Orchid Cafe (2019).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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