HARD ROCK HOTEL BANQUET KITCHEN
918 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach FL 32118 · 386 947 7300
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -3 flying insects inside ware washing area by 3 compartment sink. Must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee handled soiled dishes or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean dishes/equipment or utensils, without washing hands. -dishwasher pre washing soiled dishes prior to sorting clean dishes without washing hands between changing tasks.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -vacuum sealed beef short ribs
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -sliced fresh mozzarella inside walk In cooler -pimento cheese
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/
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee prepping vegetables
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
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.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -pasteurized egg cartons
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -utensils, broken glass inside hand sink basin at entrance to kitchen from elevator
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -hot water valve not functioning at hand sink in back prep room -manager stated added to service request
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -surrounding side of dish machine
Ripped/worn tin foil used as cover. -side of grill. Advised to replace as needed
Stored food not covered. -open package of water softener in dry storage, manager stated removing to separate room
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. -walk in cooler, back end. Manager stated LED lights stopped functioning
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw poultry stored above beef inside walk in freezer on speed rack.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -at stove
Aug 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -3 flying insects inside ware washing area by 3 compartment sink. Must be in compliance upon next unannounced inspection
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -in back near 3 compartment sink
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Apr 24, 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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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.
Apr 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Cooked meats(cooled prior to packaging), deli meats and cheeses being vacuum sealed on site. Provided operator information bulletin on special processes
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.
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. -poke tuna
Feb 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Cooked meats(cooled prior to packaging), deli meats and cheeses being vacuum sealed on site. Provided operator information bulletin on special processes
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.
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. -poke tuna
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -partial bag of potatoes
No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.
Jul 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Jul 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -0ppm inside warewashing area
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -near dish machine
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
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.