DAYTONA GRANDE HOTEL
422 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach FL 32118 · 386-271-7979
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
JAN 24
JUL 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. 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. -5 live flies inside prep area near wall in cooler at area where potatoes are stored. Flies were landing on uncooked potatoes. -2 live flies inside prep area at pizza station
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Whole meat roast hot held at less than 130 degrees Fahrenheit. -sausage links 119-137F under heat lamp at expo line, manager stated cooked less than 30 minutes prior, advised to consider placing on a 4 hour time as public health control policy if monitoring temperature at location is not maintaining 135F or above.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -open package of mozzarella cheese
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Breakfast menu -poached eggs -advisory is posted on bottom of menu, advised to add asterisks to eggs Benedict for disclosure -person in charge made changes to menus in office with a self printing capability. Asterisk added to eggs Benedict. -must be in compliance upon the next unannounced inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -dust build up on some ceiling tiles near warewashing area -dust build up on vent above expo line
Equipment in poor repair. -table near dish machine
Aug 27, 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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Ceiling tile missing/out of alignment. - ware washing area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. - AC vent dusty in warewashing area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - top side of warming cabinet - sides of grill and fryers - back of salamander
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. - bar
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -single service cream cheese, butter chips, bulk sour cream; ice cream mix
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Single door cooler near cookline: sour cream 44F; cream 45-46F; cream cheese 45F longer than 4 hours, see stop sale. - cream cheese held off temperature control at plating table, 79F; - ice cream mix, tiki bar, 50F; 46F;
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. - cleansers stored on dishmachine - liquid fuel stored near clean dishware in expediting area
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -heavy cream
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - bar mats stored across basin of bar handsink
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. - back storage area
Ceiling tile missing/out of alignment. - ware washing area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. - AC vent dusty in warewashing area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. - plates on rolling carts not inverted; one cart stored next to handsink, exposed to splash
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. - mahi
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - green beverage in water bottle on reach in cooler at cookline
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - cellphone charger on reach in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - top side of warming cabinet - sides of grill and fryers - back of salamander
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -day dot stickers on stainless steel pans at drying rack
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -stand up cooler
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - bulk sugar container
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef above cooked pasta on speed rack inside walk in cooler.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. -exposed bowls of granola, brown sugar, raisins placed outside of any sneeze guard protection. -bagels, breads left open on opposite side station drom buffet with sneezeguards.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -processed ham
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink in beverage/server station obstructed by dish racks
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
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. -manager unable to produce training for some employees.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -cup with no handle left inside powdered sugar bulk container
Ceiling tile gaps/missing. -near dish machine
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on shelving inside walk in cooler next to food.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -back end of waffle iron
Single-service articles improperly stored on floor. -case of coffee cups
Jul 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - food service area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -omelet station being used in non approved area per plans submitted to DBPR. Prep table containing tabletop cooking equipment, ice bath station for cold holding, no hand wash sink anywhere in proximity
Jul 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. -employee cracking raw shell eggs in makeshift omelet station in buffett area prior to handling bowl of cheese and plated cooked food/ready to eat food.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -5 live flies inside prep area near wall in cooler at area where potatoes are stored. Flies were landing on uncooked potatoes. -2 live flies inside prep area at pizza station
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. -bag of potatoes with numerous flies making direct contact with open food
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cut tomatotoes 65F, cooked sausage 68F, cut ham 65F, pizza sauce 46F, shredded cheese 45F, cheese 48F, raw shell eggs 75F ambient, cream cheese 49F, milk 51F, butter chips 65F inside cooler overnight
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Cut tomatotoes 65F, cooked sausage 68F, cut ham 65F, pizza sauce 46F, shredded cheese 45F, cheese 48F, raw shell eggs 75F ambient, lobster 51F, shrimp 50Fcream cheese 49F, milk 51F, butter chips 65F inside coolers overnight. We stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked sausage links 105-120F
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
No plan review submitted and approved - food service area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -omelet station being used in non approved area per plans submitted to DBPR. Prep table containing tabletop cooking equipment, ice bath station for cold holding, no hand wash sink anywhere in proximity
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -single service yogurts 58-60F in breakfast buffet, person in charge stated product
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. Cut melon 58F, person in charge said cut this morning prior to breakfast service more than 4 hours.
Clean equipment/utensils stored on soiled soiled surface. -pizza trays stored on surface of stand up warmer
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels. -inside warewashing station
Open condiments provided for self-service not properly protected. -granola/brown sugar/cranberries in bowls set aside from sneeze guards, no cover at breakfast buffett
Stored food not covered. -pan of raw chicken inside walk in cooler without lid/cover -deserts not covered on speed rack inside walk in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 27, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -coffee bar, located adjacent from interior bar with elevator. No plans submitted and approved on file. Coffee e, ice machine, food display case, toaster oven, hand sink, dump sink(currently shared with faucet of hand sink) -operator removed hand sink from tiki bar, hand sink must be either replaced or approved for removal from plan review.
Sep 20, 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 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. -herb butter on cook line, advised pic about time as public health control
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -coffee bar, located adjacent from interior bar with elevator. No plans submitted and approved on file. Coffee e, ice machine, food display case, toaster oven, hand sink, dump sink(currently shared with faucet of hand sink) -operator removed hand sink from tiki bar, hand sink must be either replaced or approved for removal from plan review.
Sep 12, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
7 High priority3 Intermediate3 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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -cioppino sauce/broth marked 8/21
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -cioppino broth/sauce, marked 8/21
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -cut melon, yogurt 45-52F inside open air display case inside coffee bar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked pasta 51F, cooked shrimp 50F, swiss cheese 51F inside drawer on cook line recently left propped open per manager. Placed into walk in cooler. Rechecked at emd of inspection 45-47F cooling down. -cut melon, yogurt 45-52F more than 4 hours in coffee bar display case, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. -herb butter on cook line, advised pic about time as public health control
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -tiki bar
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -coffee bar, located adjacent from interior bar with elevator. No plans submitted and approved on file. Coffee e, ice machine, food display case, toaster oven, hand sink, dump sink(currently shared with faucet of hand sink) -operator removed hand sink from tiki bar, hand sink must be either replaced or approved for removal from plan review.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -tiki bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters above slatted grill
Sep 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 25 recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority7 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.
Operator unable to provide documentation that aquacultured fish has been raised in a controlled environment and fed formulated feed. -salmon offered on menu
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw tuna stored above cooked chicken inside drawers under grill.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -cioppino sauce/broth marked 8/21
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -cioppino broth/sauce, marked 8/21
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -cut melon, yogurt 45-52F inside open air display case inside coffee bar
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked pasta 51F, cooked shrimp 50F, swiss cheese 51F inside drawer on cook line recently left propped open per manager. Placed into walk in cooler. Rechecked at emd of inspection 45-47F cooling down. -cut melon, yogurt 45-52F more than 4 hours in coffee bar display case, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. -herb butter on cook line, advised pic about time as public health control
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -handsink blocked by stacks of clean linens on floor in front
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. -tiki bar
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -tiki bar
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -coffee bar, located adjacent from interior bar with elevator. No plans submitted and approved on file. Coffee e, ice machine, food display case, toaster oven, hand sink, dump sink(currently shared with faucet of hand sink) -operator removed hand sink from tiki bar, hand sink must be either replaced or approved for removal from plan review.
No soap provided at handwash sink. -tiki bar
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not reaching proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -soup containers used to dispense dry food in bulk container
Clean linens stored on floor.
Food stored on floor. -soda bib bag directly on floor inside tiki bar
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -single service spoons buried in food on line
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -tiki bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters above slatted grill
Stored food not covered. -uncovered mac n cheese portions for fried mc and cheese bites inside walk in freezer -uncovered pasta, chicken inside walk in cooler from prior day
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -whole mushrooms stored above green peppers inside walk in
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.