Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch

Last inspected:

3200 River Ranch Rd, River Ranch, FL 33867
Overview

Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch operated as a Risk Level 1 permanent food service facility with 160 seats. The establishment had 22 inspections on record between March 2022 and December 2025, documenting 106 total violations — an average of 4.8 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced no emergency closures during this period. High-priority violations centered on handwashing and chemical storage deficiencies. Proper hand and arm washing violations were cited in at least 5 inspections, including the most recent inspection on December 8, 2025. Toxic substance control violations appeared in 3 consecutive citations in the December 2025 inspection. Chemical storage violations were documented on multiple occasions, including March 2022 and May 2023. Additional high-priority findings included improper cooking temperatures, employee health policy violations, and allergen awareness deficiencies. The most recent inspection on December 8, 2025 found 6 violations but was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
106Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch: Comparison to Polk County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
Polk County Avg 3.26 violations / inspection 3.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Polk County Avg 0.18 closures / facility 0.18 county average

Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections2 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 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
— 2 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections22 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch last inspected?
Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch?
The most frequently cited violations at Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch had?
Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch find?
Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch ever been shut down?
No, Smokehouse on the River / Kissimmee River Queen in River Ranch has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?
Violation 24 (Toxic substance control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/24.

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