BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE 500
2514 W INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Daytona Beach FL 32114 · 386-226-2005
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 14 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 3 flies by linen bag
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door
Hood over dish machine rusting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of hood soiled with grease -side of ice machine soiled -burners soiled -black cart soiled -handsink at dish machine area soiled -exterior of pizza with build up of grease
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 1 live fly by trash can
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. -cooler next to fryers-chicken 44f employee place ice back on top of chicken -pizza cooler Cheese 53f,ham 57f,meat balls 65f,shredded cheese 58f,sausage 58f,meat balls 49f,sour cream 60f,cut tomatoes 48f,garlic 58f,garlic spread 59f Per manager in cooler over night
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -by back door
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -wall and ceiling around mop sink has mold like substance
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. Per manager AC not completely working -per manager waiting on part for second fan on roof top unit Thermostat for make up air reads 87f Other thermostats read from 75f to 79f -per manager portable AC units are coming today and tech is also coming to work on AC units
Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping. -removed Filters for cleaning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door
Hood over dish machine rusting.
Ice buildup in chest freezer with ice cream.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -oven soiled in prep area
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -cooler with dairy near server drink pick up area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of hood soiled with grease -side of ice machine soiled -burners soiled -black cart soiled -handsink at dish machine area soiled -exterior of pizza with build up of grease
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -cooler at near server pick up
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall/base boards behind dish machine soiled with mold like substance
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee touch apron then placed gloves on
Dec 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese sauce 121f employee reheating, corrected to 171f
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -small amount
Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Floor drain soiled at ware washing area.
Hood over dishmachine with rust that has pitted the surface.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -burners soiled with grease -handsink soiled at ware washing area and prep area -under some shelf on cookline soiled -condenser soiled on tall reach in cooler
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -interior wine reach in cooler heavy soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind dish machine
Water leaking from under entrance to dish machine.
Cardboard boxes with glasses present in water heater room. For reporting purposes only.
Jul 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -1 fly by fryers - 1 fly by ice machine -1 fly in by dish machine
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood over dish machine with rust -door hinges to cooler under beer taps broken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -cookline and prep area stove burners soiled with grease
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind dish machine
Jul 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -bar
Live, small flying insects found -1 fly by fryers - 1 fly by ice machine -1 fly in by dish machine
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -reach in cooler drawer hamburger 47f less than 4 hours per manager -walk in cooler hamburger,chicken fish,pasta,cooked chicken 46f to 54f less than 4 hours. per manager temperatures were in proper range around 7 am. Notice cooler was not working properly around 10am. Tech on site fixing defrost.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. -fryer cooler
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. -making drinks
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -food debris in hand sink on cook line
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -cook,one line employee drink on cutting board
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood over dish machine with rust -door hinges to cooler under beer taps broken
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -cookline and prep area stove burners soiled with grease
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Plumbing system in disrepair. -hose missing from under sink next to dishwashmachine
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. -under 3 compartment sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind dish machine
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -bar floor soiled by drain for dump station
Jan 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw tuna over cooked chicken wings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -reach in cooler drawers,chicken 47f-50,,hamburger 48f per manager less than 4 hours placed in walk in cooler
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -pledge and window cleaner stored on lids -manager discarded
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -top of dish machine soiled
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -holding mop room door open
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling soiled in mop sink room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -drink on prep table
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on prep table
Equipment in poor repair. -hood above dish machine rusted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gasket salad on salad cooler and pizza cooler -burners soiled with grease -char grill with build up of grease -glass at bottom of glass cooler at bar
Single-service articles improperly stored. -box of Togo containers on floor at old wait station
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind dish machine
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -water leaking/dripping under dish machine where racks are placed
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet towels in reach in cooler
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor by electrical closet -floor soiled under dish machine -floor soiled under some equipment at bar
Jul 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sliced cheese 45f
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -slice small amount of debris
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -server station in dining room. Per manager not using station
Equipment in poor repair. -gasket torn on reach in freezer cookline -hood over dish machine rusted
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -rear door
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gasket soiled salad reach in cooler -gasket soiled on pizza reach in cooler -grease on hood filters above char grill -soda holster at bar soiled,not draining -caulking soiled around hand sink at cookline
Plumbing system in disrepair. -pipe from bar dishwasher no going into drain properly. Water drained on to floor
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -ware washing area
Oct 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood over dish machine rusted and pieces of rust falling on to top of dishmachine
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease. -caulking on shield for Cookline handsink has mold like substance -Grease buildup on stove -Grease building up on pipes at cookline -grease build up under salamander abov top and grill
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -ware washing area
Oct 24, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -bar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -salmon and shrimp 45f employee placed bags of ice on top -Reach in cooler across from stove Meat balls,cut cabbage,corn -45to 52f, per manager check temperature this morning and was below 41f,less than 4 hours. Per manager has called tech. Added more ice bags
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -rice 119f manager reheating
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -grease build up on pizza trays
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
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. -some employees
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -small amount of mold like substance area area that ice dispenses
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -top of dishmachine
Employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. -Gatorade
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood over dish machine rusted and pieces of rust falling on to top of dishmachine
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. -Cookline
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -cookline
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -warewashing area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease. -caulking on shield for Cookline handsink has mold like substance -Grease buildup on stove -Grease building up on pipes at cookline -grease build up under salamander abov top and grill
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -salad cooler
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. -floor drain corner of wall by dishmachine and under 3 compartment sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -ware washing area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -top of dishmachine
Aug 4, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Jul 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood rusting over Dishmachine
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -walk in freezer floor
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -interior of oven in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top of stove soiled with grease -area were thermostat is located on sand which cooler heavily soiled -top of stove ion prep area soiled with grease
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -water leaking from faucet on cookline
Jul 24, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -Bar
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -bar
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood rusting over Dishmachine
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -walk in freezer floor
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -interior of oven in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top of stove soiled with grease -area were thermostat is located on sand which cooler heavily soiled -top of stove ion prep area soiled with grease
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -water leaking from faucet on cookline
Jul 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -Bar
Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -chowder 124-156f -Alfredo sauce 109f
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. - 3 flies by linen bag
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sandwich cooler Cabbage x 2,avocado with tomatoes 48f,spinach dip 44f,cut lettuce 52f,pot stickers pork and beef 49f per manager in cooler over night and took temperatures this morning and where good -manager voluntarily discarded -True cooler avocado with tomato 44f -reach in drawers chicken, cooked onions,sliced cheese 45f to 50f less than 2 hours per employee was in walk in cooler over night -cooler next to drink station - butter 58f,milk 60f manager discarded Walk in cooler cooked chicken 46f manager states cart was out of walk in cooler while truck was put away.
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. -sandwich/app cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -first soda nozzle at bar
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. -bar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. -hood rusting over Dishmachine
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -walk in freezer floor
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -butter
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -interior of oven in prep area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Waitstation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top of stove soiled with grease -area were thermostat is located on sand which cooler heavily soiled -top of stove ion prep area soiled with grease
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -water leaking from faucet on cookline
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