Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach
Last inspected:
1301 W Copans Rd A1s, Pompano Beach, FL 33064Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach has accumulated 149 violations across 28 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, in 2021 for roach activity and again for rodent activity. In September 2025, inspectors documented a sharp spike of 22 violations in a single visit, prompting an immediate warning and callback inspection the next day. The deli has faced 4 disciplinary actions totaling $2,520 in fines, with repeated citations for unclean multi-use utensils, employee health reporting failures, and ventilation problems.
Most recent closure: September 30, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach: Comparison to Broward County Averages
Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,520.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2021045929 | $800.00 | Oct 1, 2021 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2020034287 | $800.00 | Jul 10, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 2--2018047991 | $520.00 | Aug 29, 2018 | Tampa | |
| 2--2014043525 | $400.00 | Oct 15, 2014 | Fort Lauderdale |
Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— 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
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections13 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach last inspected?
- Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 30, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach last shut down?
- Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach was last shut down on September 30, 2021 for rodent 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 Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach had?
- Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach find?
- Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach was most recently inspected on January 30, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,520.00 in fines.
- How much has Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach been fined?
- Smackin J's Deli & Grill in Pompano Beach has been fined a total of $2,520.00 across 4 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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