LOCAL PEARL OYSTER SHOPPE
135 CANAL ST, New Smyrna Beach FL 32168 · 386-444-3700
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 next to server cooler on the floor in the corner
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2015003072 | Nov 25, 2014 | Feb 11, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Apr 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Sep 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Uncut deli meats
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Bottom gaskets soiled with black substance server cooler
Gaskets in poor repair. - Server cooler below Nescafé machine - salad cooler
Light not functioning. Over back prep area
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Caulk stored in food storage area
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Server bucket
Mar 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Server handsink, hot water handle does not turn on water
Gaskets in poor repair. Salad cooler
Mar 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 next to server cooler on the floor in the corner
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine, pink slimy substance
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Server handsink
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. Christy
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Deli salads from Tuesday
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Server handsink, hot water handle does not turn on water
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Prep table
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. Tuna. Mahi. Salmon
Dead roaches on premises. 3 in the single service closet on the floor
Gaskets in poor repair. Salad cooler
Stored food not covered. Walk in cooler
Oct 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters under soda machine not changed 1+ year
Gaskets in poor repair. Server cooler, deli cooler
Oct 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked mushrooms 45F, boiled eggs 45F, raw fish 45F, cooked onions 45F, ham 44F, gravy 44F. Walk in cooler
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters under soda machine not changed 1+ year
Gaskets in poor repair. Server cooler, deli cooler
Oct 3, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked mushrooms 45F, boiled eggs 45F, raw fish 45F, cooked onions 45F, ham 44F, gravy 44F. Walk in cooler
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. Water filters under soda machine not changed 1+ year
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Light buildup baffle ice machine
Dead roaches on premises. 1 inside box of packaged pasta next to walk in cooler
Gaskets in poor repair. Server cooler, deli cooler
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Approximately 10 ppm cl corrected to 200 ppm cl
Feb 27, 2024□ 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. Self closet employee restroom in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in freezer gasket
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen entrance
Feb 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Soup 44-45F, chili 44-45F, cheese 45F, cooked onions 45F, cooked mushrooms 44F, ham 44F, chicken 46F. Walk in cooler - ranch made in house 48f in cooler under slicer. - butter packets 46F in upright Alamo cooler. Some 41F and 42F
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. greater than 200 ppm cl corrected to 100 ppm
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Pink slimy substance, ice machine baffle
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closet employee restroom in disrepair.
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.
Food storage container for time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned after being emptied prior to refilling. Containers holding sliced and wrapped deli meats with old labels. Operator switched out
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in freezer gasket
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Kitchen entrance
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open bag of raw chicken over bread and fries, walk in cooler left side
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 container of boiled eggs in walk in 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. Brooke, Deana, Jeanne
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. Tuna
Oct 10, 2023Warning 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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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. 10 ppm cl
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open bag of raw chicken over bread and fries, walk in cooler left side
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Greater than 200 ppm cl. Corrected to 200 ppm quat
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 container of boiled eggs in walk in 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. Brooke, Deana, Jeanne
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Souffle cup in salt container
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. Tuna
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt in plastic 1/6 pan bottom prep table below oven
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.