KINFOLKS CAFE
724 DR MARY MCLEOD BETHUNE BLVD, Daytona Beach FL 32114 · 386-256-7424
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 13 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -employee placed cheese on roll with bare hands. Employee placed gloves on
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -moved to another cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pasta 45f manager discarded
Establishment charging operational charges without properly disclosing the information on the menu/web/app and the bill/receipt. -on receipt states charge for 1 dollar, charge is for credit card
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. -cash register operator
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Chittlings,beans,pasta made sunday not date marked
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's and ladies room
Equipment in poor repair. -shelf under prep table rusted
Food stored on floor. -jug of oil on floor in storage room
Ice buildup in chest freezer in storage room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of sugar and flower containers soiled -exterior of toaster soiled with grease - per operator has a new toaster -shelf under old steam table soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. -box of cups on floor in storage room
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -forks and spoons
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -by three compartment sink
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under cooking equipment
Feb 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quat
Bathroom facility in disrepair. -men's room bag over urinal
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's and ladies room self closure missing
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. -build up of grease on the exterior of toaster -build up of grease on burners
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind three compartment sink
Feb 11, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -Pepsi cooler
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.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -small cooler shrimp 52f,chicken wings 52f,62f,hamburger 52f per manager in cooler over night -Pepsi cooler milk 47f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -steam well rice,tcs sauce,greens,yams,chicken,meat loaf 101f to 124f manager placing in oven to reheat
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quat
Bathroom facility in disrepair. -men's room bag over urinal
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's and ladies room self closure missing
Ice buildup in small reach-in- cooler.
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. -build up of grease on the exterior of toaster -build up of grease on burners
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -spoons and forks
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind three compartment sink
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. -mac and cheese 57f per manager made yesterday
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.
Raw animal food fish stored in same container as ready-to-eat food/margarine.
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. -chicken 51f per manager in cooler see stopped sale -sausage 46f manager discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -gravy 122f
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -men's room
Bathroom facility in disrepair. -bag over urinal in men's room
Equipment in poor repair. -door to small reach in cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -egg cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters soiled -exterior of toaster oven -exterior of large pot soiled with grease -burners soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. -box of Togo containers on floor
Feb 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. -water damage to walls in men's room. Men's room currently closed. Fully operational ladies room. Per manager has called plumber.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -burners soiled with grease -exterior of toaster oven -exterior of sugar and rice container
Feb 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. -stored on top of cooler and plastic untensils
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -chicken thigh/leg 50f per manager cooked yesterday,manager discarded
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. -milk 47f
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -shrimp,chicken pieces, chicken thigh leg,brown sauce 76f to 130f manager reheating
Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 85 degrees Fahrenheit. -no hot water,turn off
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -no hot or cold water at handsink
Food stored on floor. -container of rice
Hole in or other damage to wall. -water damage to walls in men's room. Men's room currently closed. Fully operational ladies room. Per manager has called plumber.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -milk cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -burners soiled with grease -exterior of toaster oven -exterior of sugar and rice container
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar
Jan 2, 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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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room and ladies room
Ice buildup chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -stove burners soiled
Dec 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cfm -expired
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room and ladies room
Ice buildup chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -stove burners soiled
Nov 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cfm -expired
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room and ladies room
Ice buildup chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -stove burners soiled
Aug 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. Rice 52f,gravy 51f per manager made yesterday not cooled to 41f more than 6 hours -manager discarded
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -rice and Mac and cheese 98f to 115f advised to reheat
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cfm -expired
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -no hot or cold water at hand sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room and ladies room
Ice buildup chest freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -stove burners soiled
Feb 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -Togo bags used to store food
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken over beans
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut tomatoes 50f manager discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -yams,green beans 104f to 120f manager placed on stove to reheat
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -plate in hand sink
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -small cooler
Food stored on floor. -flour
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. -3 chest freezers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -Pepsi cooler with TCS
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -Togo containers not inverted in dining room
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -chittlings in standing water
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -employee placed cheese on roll with bare hands. Employee placed gloves on
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -true cooler raw hamburger over ready to eat true cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Mac and cheese,rice,mashed potatoes 114f to 124f Manager reheating
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board soiled on small cooler
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. -new hire
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Cooked Necks not dated more than 24 hours
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -cold and hot water turn off at handsink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -ladies room
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -flour/seasoning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -door to toaster has build up of grease and top of stove
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour/seasoning
Jul 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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