SMOKING GOAT PUB
3015 MERLE HAY RD STE 1A, Des Moines, IA, 50310
Most recent inspection
- Date
- June 22, 2026
- Type
- Routine
- Result
- Not reported
- Risk category
- Not reported
- Cited findings
- 8
- Jurisdiction
- Polk County (Des Moines)
- Source risk checklist count
- 4
- Good Retail Practices findings
- 3
Published report comment
Menu attached. Inspection frequency changed to yearly. Report item #2 - The owner agrees to the following: 1) Register at least one individual with management and supervisory authority and responsibility for a certified food protection manager course or exam by 7/2/2026 AND provide the inspector with proof of registration such as a receipt or a forwarded email confirmation from the course provider upon registration. 2) Employ at least one certified food protection manager by 12/22/2026. Follow-up will be completed on or after 7/2/2026 by Follow Up-Letter of Correction.
Violations (8)
- 4-302.14, 4-501.116Critical
Iowa food code item 48 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation: quat test strips are expired
Good Retail Practices | PF | Item 48
- 2-103.11(O)Critical
Iowa food code item 3 (Risk Factors)
Observation: employee health policy could not be verified; document attached to report
Risk Factors | PF | Item 3
- 3-501.17Critical
Iowa food code item 23 (Risk Factors)
Observation: prepared ready-to-eat foods (such as rice, ham) not dated Correction: owner discarded foods not dated
Risk Factors | PF | Item 23
- 3-603.11Critical
Iowa food code item 25 (Risk Factors)
Observation: animal foods (such as eggs) on menu that are available undercooked not identified
Risk Factors | PF | Item 25
- 3-603.11Critical
Iowa food code item 25 (Risk Factors)
Observation: consumer advisory not placed on menu
Risk Factors | PF | Item 25
- 4-302.12(B)Critical
Iowa food code item 36 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation: tip sensitive thermometer not available
Good Retail Practices | PF | Item 36
- 2-102.12(A)
Iowa food code item 2 (Risk Factors)
Observation: food safety certificate not available; certification was due 08/10/2023
Risk Factors | C | Item 2
- 4-204.112(A)-(D)
Iowa food code item 36 (Good Retail Practices)
Observation: food thermometers not placed in warmest spot (front) of coolers
Good Retail Practices | C | Item 36
Source: Polk County (Des Moines) health department. Data refreshed October 16, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.