DANCING AVOCADO KITCHEN
110 S BEACH ST, Daytona Beach FL 32114 · 386-274-1412
Last inspected Jun 10, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on floor next to stove
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2020041665 | Aug 12, 2020 | Nov 30, 2020 | — |
| 4--2019059087 | Nov 14, 2019 | Jan 3, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
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. -2 servers
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. -2 servers
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Dead roaches on premises. -3 dead roaches on floor next to flyers. -1 dead by mop sink -2 dead roaches under storage shelves -2 dead roaches on floor next to 3 compartment sink at front line
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Equipment in poor repair. -interior of lid to reach in freezer in disrepair
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled with grease under cooking equipment
Nov 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Required employee training expired 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.
Equipment in poor repair. -gasket torn on reach in cooler
Ice buildup in chest freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelves above grill spiked with grease -interior of true freezer soiled
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled with grease and debris under cooking equipment
Nov 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 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 potatoes 60f to 67f cooked yesterday more than 6 hours
Establishment using a sanitizer solution that does not meet the requirements specified in 40 CFR 180. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until approved sanitizer is available for warewashing.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -next to ice machine
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. -sprouts 45f
Required employee training expired 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.
Dead roaches on premises. -approx 8 dead roaches on floor mixed in with grease by fryers and stove. Unable clean up operator needs to move equipment. Below roaches have been cleaned up -6 dead roaches along wall in storage area -2 dead roaches under table in storage area -12 dead roaches on floor and under storage shelves in storage -2 dead roaches next to ice machine -2 dead roaches on floor by 3 compartment sink on frontline
Equipment in poor repair. -gasket torn on reach in cooler
Ice buildup in chest freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelves above grill spiked with grease -interior of true freezer soiled
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls soiled in kitchen
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled with grease and debris under cooking equipment
Jun 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Sandwich press
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage front line and kitchen
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Next to small cooler
Jun 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to ROP more than 48 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -gyro,tuna salads cooked plant food,hamburger,kale 44f -50f. Less than 4 hours Small reach in cooler -cheese 44f- 50f less than four hours.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Sandwich press
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on counter next to stove
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -wrong verbiage front line and kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. -chicken,hot dogs
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Next to small cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Sep 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -sprouts 60f per manager less than 4 hours -small tofu 47f and cheese 46f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -butter 100 f. Manager reheating
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -olives
Dead roaches on premises. -8 dead roaches in glue trap. -3 dead roaches on floor under 3 compartment sink -9 dead roaches on floor in storage room -2 dead roaches on floor by 3 compartment sink on front line Manager Discarded
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on cutting board
Equipment in poor repair. -lid to chest freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -chest freezer on frontline
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -wall connect to stove soiled with grease -exterior of two freezers in storage room -cart soiled
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under cooking equipment and 3 compartment sink
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese 52f advised to put in a deeper pan -sprouts 47f employee discarded
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -bag on prep table
Equipment in poor repair. -lid to chest freezer
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -chest freezer storage room and frontline
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled with grease -top soiled with grease
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -frontline
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -hehind d 3 compartment sink
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -by rear door storage room
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. -shelf with hole rusted through under prep table -lid to chest freezer in storage area
Nov 1, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment sprouting seeds or beans without an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. -lentil sprouts
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. -Tcs soup
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -small amount
Equipment in poor repair. -shelf with hole rusted through under prep table -lid to chest freezer in storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filter soiled grease -top of stove build up of grease -side of fryer build up of grease
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -grease on wall behind cooking equipment
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -grease and debris on floor under cooking equipment -floor soiled under and around ice machine -around mop sink
Oct 27, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on floor next to stove
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. Small cooler on cookline-Tofu 57f,shredded cheese 49f,sliced cheese 57f-60f,Swiss cheese 60f,cooked potatoes 45 to 46f,bread chicken 60f,vegi burger 48f,smoked chicken 46f,spam 46f per in employee in cooler over night more than 4 hours -see stop sale Butter buckets 52f Manager voluntarily discarded
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -dish soap stored near sprout
Establishment sprouting seeds or beans without an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. -lentil sprouts
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.
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 opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. -Tcs soup
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -small amount
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -large cooler
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on floor next to ice machine - 3roaches on floor in storage area - 3 dead roaches on floor by rear door storage area
Equipment in poor repair. -shelf with hole rusted through under prep table -lid to chest freezer in storage area
Hole in or other damage to wall. -hole in wall be ice machine
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filter soiled grease -top of stove build up of grease -side of fryer build up of grease
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -grease on wall behind cooking equipment
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -grease and debris on floor under cooking equipment -floor soiled under and around ice machine -around mop sink
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.