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DOGS 'R' US

4200 S WASHINGTON AVE, Titusville FL 32780

Last inspected Jul 10, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats190
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1503667
Grade history
OCT 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
JUL 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found 1 small flying insect in kitchen
High priority/35A-02-7
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2019029676Apr 29, 2019Jul 11, 2019$400
4--2018064522Oct 22, 2018Feb 21, 2019$400

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken nuggets stored over ready to eat onion rings in reach on cooler, operator removed
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer buckets on cook line at Quat 500+++ ppm. Operator added water, new reading 200 ppm.
High priority/41-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on dry rack not inverted. Operator flipped them
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket in reach in cooler on salad make table
Basic/14-11-5/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Jugs of juices and bread stored on walk in freezer floor. Operator removed
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour container not labeled. Operator labeled it during inspection
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
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Oct 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 22 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

7 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon stored over pickles in tall reach in cooler across from fryers. Operator corrected it
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Raw tilapia stored in tall reach in cooler in kitchen date marked 10/14. Operator discarded
High priority/02C-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. By dish machine
High priority/29-37-4/Repeat Violation
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw tilapia stored in tall reach in cooler in kitchen date marked 10/14
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced turkey on make table at 48F for 2 hours. Operator placed in freezer. New reading 40F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Chicken wings not time marked for 30 minutes.
High priority/03F-02-5/Repeat Violation
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. in kitchen under hand sink Operator installed
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards Can opener Slicer
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Slicer stored inside hand sink. Operator removed
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Unable to dispense paper towels at hand sink in kitchen
Intermediate/31B-05-4
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. By ice machine in kitchen
Intermediate/29-28-4
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach found under Hand sink in kitchen. Operator cleaned it up
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler gaskets in disrepair under grill station
Basic/14-11-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In soda machine ice bin by kitchen main entrance door. Operator removed
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of equipment and fryers throughout kitchen
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid. Operator closed lid
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers and reach in freezers throughout
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In reach in cooler under make table by steam table And in reach in cooler under grill station
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen Operator removed
Basic/21-12-4/Repeat Violation/Corrected On-Site
Aug 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

3 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 1 small flying insect in kitchen
High priority/35A-02-7/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. By dish machine area
High priority/29-37-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. In kitchen next to ice machine and in outside mop sink
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards in kitchen -Interior of reach in cooler in kitchen -Can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand wash sink by bread station
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen next to ice machine
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling tile missing. In hallway area and by 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-36-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. All throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all kitchen equipment and inside walk in coolers and freezer
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen entrance
Basic/36-17-5/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to ice machine in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Over bread station in kitchen. Operation turned it off UV light
Basic/35B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of equipment throughout kitchen Exterior of fryers Chicken wings rack in kitchen Gaskets torn in all reach in coolers in kitchen Exterior of flour container
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler by kitchen entrance door and reach in freezer interior.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at server window and reach in cooler facing grill
Basic/29-49-6/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. In dry storage area by 3 compartment sink
Basic/33-34-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-27-5/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen
Basic/21-12-4/Return visit Aug 27, 2025 · Time Extended
Aug 26, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 40 recorded, 9 high priority.

9 High priority4 Intermediate27 Basic
Show 40 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found 1 small flying insect in kitchen
High priority/35A-02-7
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored above pickles in reach in cooler in kitchen. Operator corrected
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. By dish machine area
High priority/29-37-4
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken wings held overnight in Pepsi reach in cooler in the kitchen at 45F. Chopped romaine lettuce stored overnight at make table with temp 45F. Hard boiled eggs stored on make table dated 8/20 at temp 47F.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken wings held overnight in Pepsi reach in cooler in the kitchen at 45F. Chopped romaine lettuce stored overnight at make table with temp 45F. Hard boiled eggs stored on make table dated 8/20 at temp 47F. Operator discarded
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Operator placed correct start time on wings.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety, commercially processed food reheating for hot holding not heated to a minimum temperature of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in all parts. hot dogs (117F - Hot Holding). Operator advised to reheat to 165F. Reheated to 168F
High priority/03E-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray cleaner bottle stored on prep table Spray bottles found on dish machine area Operator removed
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. In kitchen next to ice machine and in outside mop sink
High priority/29-34-4
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk stored for more than 24 hours not date marked in reach in cooler in dining area. Operator date marked it
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Cutting boards in kitchen -Interior of reach in cooler in kitchen -Can opener
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand wash sink by bread station
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen next to ice machine
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Pink and black substance inside ice machine. Operator cleaned
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Basic/16-21-4
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Basic/16-23-4
Ceiling tile missing. In hallway area and by 3 compartment sink
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. All throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and bowls in kitchen. Operator flipped them
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Dead roaches on premises. 2 dead roaches found. One In dry storage area by 3 compartment sink and one at the walk in cooler door. Operator cleaned them up
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. server in dining room. Server put on guard
Basic/13-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager and server. Operator corrected
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all kitchen equipment and inside walk in coolers and freezer
Basic/36-73-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Kitchen entrance
Basic/36-17-5
Flour scoop handle in contact with flour before ice machine in the kitchen. Operator removed
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In walk in freezer. Operator lifted them up
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer next to ice machine in kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on chicken wings rack handle in kitchen. Operator removed
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Over bread station in kitchen. Operation turned it off UV light
Basic/35B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Operator was provided a copy. Operator posted it.
Basic/51-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of equipment throughout kitchen Exterior of fryers Chicken wings rack in kitchen Gaskets torn in all reach in coolers in kitchen Exterior of flour container
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler by kitchen entrance door and reach in freezer interior.
Basic/22-16-4/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at server window and reach in cooler facing grill
Basic/29-49-6
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. In dry storage area by 3 compartment sink
Basic/33-34-4
Stored food not covered. Taco shells stored above steam table not protected. Operator covered it
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed mushrooms stored in reach in cooler above tortilla bread. Also unwashed celery and mushrooms in walk in cooler. Operator removed
Basic/08B-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-27-5
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen
Basic/21-12-4
Mar 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chili in hot well 127F @11:25 operator reheated to minimum internal temperature of 165F rechecked temperature at 11:50 172F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and walls in kitchen soiled old food splash.
Basic/36-34-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. Reach n cooler gaskets soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler shelves soiled in raw chicken holding unit. Reach in freezer bottom interior soiled.
Basic/22-16-4
Oct 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken wings in cooler over night 55F
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw fish 45F cook had out recommended to rapid chill. Applied ice pack In wing cooler cooked boneless wings 55F in cooler over night. Moved to walk in cooler rechecked found at 43F
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot dogs hot hold 122F rechecked 165F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. For red hose at mop sink
High priority/29-34-4
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer.quaternary test kit for sanitizer bucket
Intermediate/16-33-4
Soda gun soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Wing cooler found at 53F gaskets torn on unit
Basic/14-74-7
Floor soiled under cook line equipment.
Basic/36-10-4
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Wing cooler
Basic/14-33-4
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cook line
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 2 cans nacho cheese sauce 6.69#
High priority/01B-01-4
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw hamburger Pattie's repackaged stored over raw shrimp in reach in cooler unit on cooks line.
High priority/08A-20-5
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Currently location is par cooking chicken tenders, first cook not reaching required 165° cooking temperature, no written and approve procedures in place for this practice, paperwork was given to the general manager to have procedures submitted and approved.
Intermediate/03C-89-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in the area of the pass line kitchen side is soiled with dust, ceiling area with opening above the light fixture. Pass line area ticket rail area soiled, wall behind the steamer unit soiled.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cleaned Squeeze bottle not inverted, holding water, removed.
Basic/24-05-4
Equipment in poor repair. Broken reach in cooler gasket
Basic/14-11-5
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Baseboards and floors in food prep and dishwashing areas no longer smooth and easily cleanable, bare cement exposed thur flooring, baseboards on disrepair.
Basic/36-01-4/Repeat Violation
Hole in or other damage to wall. Outside behind the mop sink.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop used in bulk flour, handle touching product, corrected
Basic/10-01-5
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrected On-Site
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Walk in cooler unit cases of unwashed produce stored over ready to eat cole slaw and salsa, corrected.
Basic/08B-17-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Clear liquid in squeeze bottle not labeled iron cooks line, corrected
Basic/02D-01-5
Jul 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on make tables stained/soiled.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At bar santi bucket blocking access to hand wash sink, moved
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Faucet for hot water hand wash sink in prep room not able to turn on or off easily.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used in brown sugar without handle in prep room.
Basic/14-01-5
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing from over the walk in cooler unit.
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Manual dishwashing area, grid not fully aligned causing tiles to not be fully closed.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Fees are current, new license not posted
Basic/50-09-4
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floors / walls / baseboards under and behind the equipment, thru the location in need of cleaning. Walls behind cooks/ pass and food storage areas in need of cleaning.
Basic/36-01-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Threshold of the door of the keg walk in cooler in need of repairs.
Basic/36-24-5/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food prep and storage table legs and bottom shelfs in need of cleaning. Exterior of cooking / holding equipment in need of cleaning on cooks line.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Partial and residual for stickers-con cleaned foo storage containers.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation

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.