AREPITA BEACH
174 N BEACH ST, Daytona Beach FL 32114 · 386-675-2288
Last inspected Apr 2, 2026 · 14 visits since November 2023
MAR 24
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -on top of water heater
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024006695 | Nov 28, 2023 | Mar 4, 2024 | $400 |
| 4--2022059749 | Dec 6, 2022 | Jan 6, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Apr 2, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. -floor soiled under cooking equipment -floor soiled under 3 compartment sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -by handsink -at step by chest freezers
Ice buildup in chest freezers.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters heavily soiled with grease -build up of grease on burners
Apr 1, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -table top cooler cheese 46f -glass door cooler cut tomatoes 46f milk milk 46f cheese 47f -mayo /garlic sauce 67f less than 4 hours per manager -hamburger 51f and chicken 61f not actively prep sitting on counter
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided for the establishment. Per manager water heater is turned off.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. -floor soiled under cooking equipment -floor soiled under 3 compartment sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -by handsink -at step by chest freezers
Ice buildup in chest freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters heavily soiled with grease -build up of grease on burners
Mar 31, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw hamburger over cooked rice
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Left on counter
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -table top cooler cheese 46f -glass door cooler cut tomatoes 46f milk milk 46f cheese 47f -mayo /garlic sauce 67f less than 4 hours per manager -hamburger 51f and chicken 61f not actively prep sitting on counter
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -cookline
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided for the establishment. Per manager water heater is turned off.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. -floor soiled under cooking equipment -floor soiled under 3 compartment sink
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -by handsink -at step by chest freezers
Ice buildup in chest freezers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters heavily soiled with grease -build up of grease on burners
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -both bars
Sep 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -by hand sink on cookline
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -chest freezer
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. - rice 54f per manager made yesterday
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -3 roach type droppings around water pan
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -table top cooler cheese 52f less than 4 hours -Reach in cooler Cheese 51f,milk 51f per manager door was left open
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -cookline
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead roaches on floor,upstairs bar
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. -employee only washed fork, did not sanitize
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -by hand sink on cookline
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -chest freezer
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -under 3 compartment sink
Mar 26, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food/egg stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -on top of water heater
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - mayo garlic sauce tcs 66 f less than 1 hour placing in cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -both sinks in ladies room
No soap provided at handwash sink. -first sink in ladies room
Dead roaches on premises. -dead roach on floor in mopsink room
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -by handsink on cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -upstairs bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filter soiled with with grease -burners on stove soiled with grease
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under 3 compartment sink
Jan 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - near handsink on cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at upstairs bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled with grease
Jan 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -expired
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - near handsink on cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at upstairs bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled with grease
Nov 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -expired
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - near handsink on cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at upstairs bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled with grease
Nov 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -Cooked chicken per employee cooked yesterday 46f to 47f
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -expired
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -new hire
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - near handsink on cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at upstairs bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled with grease
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -Cooked chicken per employee cooked yesterday 46f to 47f
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese 60f,Plantains 70f less than 4 hours
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -bags of food in handsink,cookline
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -expired
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chloride
No hot water for the establishment. Per person in charge installing a new water heater on Friday do to hurricane damage.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -cookline
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -new hire
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -Hot water at handsink turn off
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -mopsink room
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -self phone on toaster -self phone on table with coffee maker
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. -men's handsink missing hot and cold water handles. Plus water lines are disconnected. There is a hand sink in the stall.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - near handsink on cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage on sign at upstairs bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled with grease
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -plantains at room temperature
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Approximately 20 droppings around water heater. Unable to determine type of droppings. Possible roach droppings. -water heater is located in separate room with door. Employee cleaned up
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. -employee rinsed gloves in handsink.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -chest freezer Chicken over sausage
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese 70f,49f less than 4 hours
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. First handsink in mens room. There is another fully functioning sink in mens room.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -up stairs bar
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling damaged in mens room above handicap stall.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled in mens in handicap stall
Nov 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -first sink in mens, toilet stale has fully operational handsink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -stove burners soiled with grease
Nov 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 50 droppings on water heater,in water heater drain pan and on floor around water. All droppings found in Mopsink/ water heater room. Room has a door that is closed. Employee is cleaning up.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -first sink in mens, toilet stale has fully operational handsink
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -pot lid stored in handsink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -Cookline -upstairs bar
No soap provided at handwash sink. -upstairs bar
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -large cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -stove burners soiled with grease
Single-service articles improperly stored. -Togo containers stored on floor in upstairs storage room
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -beef and chicken thawing at room temperature
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -broken glass behind beer cooler at upstairs bar
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.