DALES ALES RESTAURANT
2400 N VOLUSIA AVE, Orange City FL 32763 · 407-443-2818
Last inspected Jun 17, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
SEP 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 16 points off where it started.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 5- dead flying insects in storage area freezer 3 -dead flying insect in storage reach in freezer
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025014891 | Mar 4, 2025 | Sep 30, 2025 | $300 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jun 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at outside hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at cook line stained with food debris,
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.
Cook line wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
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Kitchen floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, under cooking equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan on kitchen floor soiled with grease and grime. Storage rack near fryers soiled with grease and grime.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cups stored on trailer floor.
Jun 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 4 - flying insects in kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked wings 133F container on freezer chest, 20 minutes. Operator instructed to reheat.
Vacuum breaker missing at outside hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at cook line stained with food debris,
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands.
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.
Cook line wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Food stored on floor. Boxes of chicken stored outside on ground. Operator removed.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door.
Kitchen floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, under cooking equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan on kitchen floor soiled with grease and grime. Storage rack near fryers soiled with grease and grime.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Flying insects in kitchen due to windows opened and not screened.Back door open.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of cups stored on trailer floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Operator leaves boxes of frozen Chechen to thaw out at back of restaurant.
Uncovered ooked wings not protected from environmental sources of contamination during serving from one building, exposing to the elements.
Mar 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Kitchen reach in cooler. Individual tortillas stored in shopping bag.
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. Meat 54F left on top of freezer chest. Operator instructed to discard,
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Storage of utensils in hand sink by walk in cooler.
No hot running water at Food service sidethree-compartment sink.
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. Diego, Juan
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee kitchen handwash sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Operator chained,.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.Establishment has 92 seats
Food stored on floor. Boxes of chicken stirred on walk-in freezer floor.
Ice buildup in outside walk-in freezer. Storage area reach in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Kirchen floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, under cooking equipment.
Kitchen wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, behind cooking equipment.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.provded operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryers soiled with grease and grime. -side of flat top next to fryers, soiled with grease and grime.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin. Rear door missing half of a screen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle of kitchen hand sink.
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 23 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
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. GLASS DOOR; - cheese (59F - Cold Holding) held overnight
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - chlorine test strip and quat test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. - ant infestation at back door
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. - at glass door cooler
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. - license is profiled as No Seating. Establishment has 92 seats.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
High grass/weeds surrounding building. - back area of restaurant
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - tongs on oven door handle
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. - glass door cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - floor mounted fan - freezer door gasket soiled
Open dumpster lid.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - both front and back door
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. - screen door at back has half of door screen missing
Single-service articles improperly stored. - 2 oz cups and lids on floor in back room
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. - at back area
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Mar 4, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chlorine and quart chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator has 92 seats, and seating change provided
Food service door, openings not protected with self-closing door and screen has been removed.
Ice buildup in storage area,reach-in freezer chest and walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -side of flat top next to fryers soiled with grease and food debris,
Mar 4, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Food worker handling food with no hand washing facilities.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over sauce in kitchen glass door reach in cooler. Operator relocated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand sink, stored strainer and fork.
No chlorine and quart chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No handwash sink for employees. Kitchen hand sink is unable to be used. Plumbing had been removed and only a three compartment sink is available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at ice machine handwash sink.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ranch dressing 48 hours ago not date marked in kitchen reach in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Operator has 92 seats, and seating change provided
Food service door, openings not protected with self-closing door and screen has been removed.
Ice buildup in storage area,reach-in freezer chest and walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -side of flat top next to fryers soiled with grease and food debris,
Nov 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing outside hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is not on site.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. 92 seats.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Sep 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food.
Vacuum breaker missing outside hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Provided and then operator posted.
No chemical what m chlorine test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Kelly.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is not on site.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. 92 seats.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer chest
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets soiled for freezer chest.
Mar 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Location has 120 seat and operator is in the process of obtaining from DOH.
Mar 11, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Location has 120 seat and operator is in the process of obtaining from DOH.
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Location has 120 seat and operator is in the process of obtaining from DOH.
Aug 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to outside hose bibb, by bar.
Equipment in poor repair. Kitchen Make table gasket broken.
Jul 31, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority8 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 3- flying insects in kitchen. Operator discarded and cleaned area.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 5- dead flying insects in storage area freezer 3 -dead flying insect in storage reach in freezer
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. -Bar reach in cooler Cream 52F; 30 minutes, Operator recent returned to unit. -kitchen make table macaroni cheese (56F - Cold Holding); collard green (56F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight. -storage area reach in cooler shredded cabagge (47F - Cold Holding) beans (47F - Cold Holding); collard greens (47F - Cold Holding); potato salad (47F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard..
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to outside hose bibb, by bar.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board soiled with dirt.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No chemical quat test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Macaroni and cheese, collard greens in kitchen make table, prepared 24 hours ago,not date marked.
Equipment in poor repair. Kitchen Make table gasket broken.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ventilation hood is laden with grease -ice c
Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Customers smoking at bar area,
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.