LA FIESTA CANTINA
3785 S NOVA RD, Port Orange FL 32129 · 386 846 0742
Last inspected Dec 19, 2025 · 18 visits since August 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. -2 live roaches on wall next to hand washing sink on cookline -1 live roaches behind refried on floor at end of cookline next to stove. Person in charge exterminated roaches
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $4,300
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026019105 | Dec 18, 2025 | Apr 20, 2026 | $200 |
| 4--2023000821 | Aug 31, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2018058486 | Sep 7, 2018 | Jan 11, 2019 | $200 |
| 4--2015053430 | Oct 16, 2015 | Jan 13, 2016 | $1,600 |
| 4--2015035713 | Jun 25, 2015 | Sep 16, 2015 | $1,900 |
Inspection history
18 visits, newest first
Dec 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -poblano sauce, Yucatán sauce, cooked beef marked more than 7 days prior inside walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked ham 45-46F inside pan below grill, manager stated from day prior. -shredded cheese 54F, cooked peppers 52F, cooked beans 51F, raw bacon wrapped jalapeños 55F inside cooler located directly below grill more than 4 hours per manager, see stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -peroxide/medicine/first aid supplies not inside case stored above rack containing ice buckets/ice scoop
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -substance at corners of splash guard of ice machine interior
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Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -cardboard lining wire racks in back next to ice machine
Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall in disrepair near walk in door -wall near handwashing sink in back
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. -advised to obtain commercial use knife block that can be disassembled for proper cleaning/sanitizing or to use a magnetic knife holder
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -extinguisher in back near back door in overcharge/red zone
Dec 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 9 high priority.
9 High priority4 Intermediate13 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. -dish machine 0ppm chlorine, employee replaced bucket
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. -bartender using bare hands for placing limes inside beverage for customer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef stored directly on top of container of salsa -raw beef stored above cut peppers
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -poblano sauce, Yucatán sauce, cooked beef marked more than 7 days prior inside walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on wall next to hand washing sink on cookline -1 live roaches behind refried on floor at end of cookline next to stove. Person in charge exterminated roaches
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -queso, cooked beans, cooked beef, cooked ham
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked ham 45-46F inside pan below grill, manager stated from day prior. -shredded cheese 54F, cooked peppers 52F, cooked beans 51F, raw bacon wrapped jalapeños 55F inside cooler located directly below grill more than 4 hours per manager, see stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. -person in charge stated all products placed into warmer from cooler after being cooked on a prior day around 3-4 hours prior cooked beef (119-149F - reheating); queso (119-149F - Reheating); refried beans (122-129F - Reheating) -see stop sale, callback inspection required to verify compliance for reheating for hot holding. Provided written instructions
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -peroxide/medicine/first aid supplies not inside case stored above rack containing ice buckets/ice scoop
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -soft cheese inside walk in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -dish rack blocking front of handwashing sink
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/ -No certified manager present at time of inspection
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. -hand sink in back next to mixer
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -substance at corners of splash guard of ice machine interior
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -cardboard lining wire racks in back next to ice machine
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.
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead roaches behind refried/equipment on floor near base of wall
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -cookline behind equipment/around floor drain
Food stored on floor. -container of chips on floor in back next to fryer -containers of fry oil on floor in back
Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall in disrepair near walk in door -wall near handwashing sink in back
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -lowboy on cookline across from stove
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of container in back on shelf across from walk in -exterior of container for dry beans in dry storage area
Uncleanable knife block in use to store knives. -advised to obtain commercial use knife block that can be disassembled for proper cleaning/sanitizing or to use a magnetic knife holder
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -backsplash on cookline across
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -on top shelf across from walk in
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -extinguisher in back near back door in overcharge/red zone
Dec 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 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. Opened fresh mozzarella and cheese dip
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Only CFM Lee Conway expired 8/10/25
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer for wiping cloths. Quat
No plan review submitted and approved - oven rolled outside to cook. 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/.
Oct 29, 2025Inspection 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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Container of medicine improperly stored. -over the counter medicine bottle in prep area on shelf next to portion cups/other food supplies
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -half pan of cooked day prior inside walk in cooler 47F in middle from overnight cooling, see stop sale. -strongly advised to use shallow pans for cooling dense food
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. -rice
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw mechanically separated/tenderized beef(155F min) stored above raw seafood inside walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -soiled knives stored inside handsink on cook line -hand wash sinks used as dump sink in bar/expo station hand sinks
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. -license from previous year on display, expired 2025, advised to print license for current year expiring in 2026
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -inside walk in cooler
Hole in or other damage to wall. -wall in disrepair in corner end of cook line across from oven
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -bar wells front
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -backsplash behind grill -hood filters and area below hood filters -top surface of oven next to stove on cook line
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -overpressure indicate on gauge at extinguisher on wall near back door.
Sep 9, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - approved plans not accurate,. 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/. Roll out oven used outdoors
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of machine
May 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Half and half opened last week
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No plan review submitted and approved - approved plans not accurate,. 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/. Roll out oven used outdoors
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Chris
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. 3 employees
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top of machine
Feb 20, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Approved plans do not accurately represent establishment layout. Remodelled area has oven and burner used with propane, freezers, refrigerators. Had sink blocked by oven. 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/.
Chemical test kit provided expired when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat, expired 2022
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple employees
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Jan 31, 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -significant stain/soiled cutting boards on cook-line -carbon build up on flat top
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -corners of interior splash guard
Disrepair/damage to wall. -coolers at end of cookline
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -above cooler at end of cookline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -soiled wire rack/shelving at end of cookline above coolers -wire racks in ware washing area
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -backsplash behind grill
Jan 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. -employee entered kitchen after coming in from back door, and began preparing food at cook line without washing hands -employee entered kitchen from back door prior to handling clean equipment without Washing hands -manager had discussion with staff during inspection. To verify compliance next day.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. -employee handled raw shrimp skewer prior to plating cooked food and handling tortillas without washing hands prior to touching clean/ready to eat product.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -cook cleaned off old food debris with rag at cook line grill prior to handling next food order with same gloves on
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -queso Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -thawed fish inside vacuum sealed packaging
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -sauce(from cooked peppers) 117F-129F, verde salsa 109-119F, cooked pork 115-120F for 3 hours per manager, reheated to 165F for hot holding -queso 90-110F, for longer than
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -raid roach spray stores above ice buckets next to ice machine
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -significant stain/soiled cutting boards on cook-line -carbon build up on flat top
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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/
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. -entrance to kitchen in server area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -corners of interior splash guard
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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. -see stop sale
Disrepair/damage to wall. -coolers at end of cookline
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on shelf above prep table next to stored food
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -fly tape above makeline cooler in prep area of cook line
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
Grease recycling container overflowing onto ground..
Interior of microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -above cooler at end of cookline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -soiled wire rack/shelving at end of cookline above coolers -wire racks in ware washing area
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water or very slow draining water in mop sink. -out back, standing water inside curbed sink
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -backsplash behind grill
Dec 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. North side outside kitchen
Approved plans do not accurately represent establishment layout. Remodelled area has oven and burner used with propane, freezers, refrigerators. Had sink blocked by oven. 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/.
Chemical test kit provided expired when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat, expired 2022
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Christopher
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Multiple employees
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Aug 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -interior of ice machine/splash guard
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vents on cook line with significant black substance built up
Equipment in poor repair. -racks for pots and pans
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -ice machine air filter
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -bottom shelf underneath tortilla chip holder
Aug 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate13 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 live flying insects near lowboy containing salsa -2 flying insects near ice machine in prep area flying insects around cook line near cutting board
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -sour cream
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked peppers 48F, sliced cheese 50F, cheese stuffed jalapenos 49F inside drawer under grill on cook line. -sauce(cooked peppers), sour cream, 48F, cooked corn/beans 47F, shredded cheese 46-47F, inside both lowboys at end of cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -pico de gallo 62F after 4 hours from prep, inside cooler across from stove.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -knife stored inside hand sink basin on cook line
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/
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -interior of ice machine/splash guard
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vents on cook line with significant black substance built up
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on prep table next to cutting board
Equipment in poor repair. -racks for pots and pans
Food stored on floor. -containers of salsa inside kitchen
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -bulk rice, handle resting inside food
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -ice machine air filter
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -bottom shelf underneath tortilla chip holder
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.
Stored food not covered inside dry storage. -sugar
Uncovered ice well near sink exposed to splash. -near entrance to kitchen
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -bulk sugar
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 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. half and half 5/19
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Eggs Benedict on brunch menu.
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 employee with no food handler training
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken stored over sauces, operator relocated
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -soda gun nozzles in bar area soiled -inside of ice machine has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance -white cutting boards throughout kitchen are stained -inside of double door oven soiled -inside of microwave soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink at entrance to kitchen used to store cups, operator cleared
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -unlabeled spray bottle hanging off storage rack in service area, operator labeled
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Equipment in poor repair. -reach-in cooler at end of cookline, right side door lower hinge is broken
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. -ice well in bar area
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -ice scoop stored directly on ice machine, operator corrected
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -bar utensils stored in soda water, operator drained
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -light shield in vegetable walk-in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwave soiled
Stored food not covered. -raw chicken in walk-in cooler
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 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. Vitalite vegan shredded cheese
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open soda can next to prep
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. In the grass behind dumpster
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -shredded mozzarella cheese 61-63F stored in small glass door reach-in cooler for indeterminate amount of time, operator discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded mozzarella cheese 61-63F stored in small glass door reach-in cooler, operator discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade soiled -inside of microwave above reach-in cooler at furthest end of cookline has an accumulation of grease and food debris -white cutting boards stained on reach-in coolers on cookline
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area, operator installed paper towels -handwash sink nearest stand mixer, operator installed paper towels
No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in bar area, operator installed soap
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowls in rices in hot holding cabinet, operator removed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -vents over steam table/reach-in cooler on cookline
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -container of raw chicken stored on the floor in rear walk-in cooler, operator relocated
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler and/or walk-in freezer. -small glass door reach-in cooler -walk-in freezer curtains
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. -multiple knives stored between equipment, operator removed to dish area
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -set of tongs hanging off oven door handle, operator relocated
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach-in cooler at end of cookline, operator installed new thermometer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -handwash sink in bar area, provided handwash signs, operator installed sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwaves soiled on cookline -handwash sink at cookline has an accumulation of grease and food debris
Stored food not covered. -cooked beef and pork in walk-in cooler, operator covered
Aug 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 721 PALMETTO ST, New Smyrna Beach — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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