SMOKIN JOHN'S BBQ

Name: SMOKIN JOHN'S BBQ
Address: 6800 GOLF COURSE BLVD, PUNTA GORDA, FL, 33982, US
Rating: 98.3

6800 GOLF COURSE BLVD, PUNTA GORDA, FL 33982

License #4651467

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98.3 Grade A / 100

Excellent Health Score

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SMOKIN JOHN'S BBQ in PUNTA GORDA currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 98.3 out of 100 — an A grade for consistent compliance with state food-safety standards. This restaurant has 2 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 20, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 1 total violation — 1 major.

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Warning Issued
[53A-03-7] Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Operator: John Gregory, 12/17/2020.

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