OCEAN DECK RESTAURANT
127 S OCEAN AVENUE, Daytona Beach FL 32118 · 386.253.5224
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
MAR 25
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DEC 25
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on side of drain pipe under sink at dish washing area -2 live inside unused bar well
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025069857 | Sep 17, 2025 | Oct 23, 2025 | $400 |
| 4--2019064140 | Nov 27, 2019 | Jan 31, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -section near dish machine. 1
Aug 13, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -coleslaw
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -coleslaw 45-47F inside unit at end of cookline next to fryers, inside unit overnight per manager, see stop sale. -ice cream mix 62F, held at room temperature at bar service station in corner, manager stated placed out 2 hours prior, moved to freezer -shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); fish dip (48F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); precooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw fish (42-44F - Cold Holding)
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -section near dish machine. 1
Aug 12, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee handling soiled dishes at the dish machine did not hands prior to placing clean and sanitized dishes into storage
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 using bare hands making contact with cooked quesadilla with bare hands while cutting.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live roach on side of drain pipe under sink at dish washing area -2 live inside unused bar well
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -coleslaw
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -coleslaw 45-47F inside unit at end of cookline next to fryers, inside unit overnight per manager, see stop sale. -ice cream mix 62F, held at room temperature at bar service station in corner, manager stated placed out 2 hours prior, moved to freezer -shredded cheese (52F - Cold Holding); fish dip (48F - Cold Holding); diced tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding); precooked chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding); raw fish (42-44F - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -beverage lines fed through ice inside well at bar -interior of soda guns at bar
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand sink in bar used to store soiled pitcher
Accumulation of dead or trapped insects in control devices. -1 dead roach on sticky trap behind bar cooler at entrance to bar
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -section near dish machine. 1
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -several isolated areas near dish area/prep sink/bar well out front
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -utility line behind fryers/grill, grease accumulation -soda gun holsters and lines at bar with pink slimey substance
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. -door to outside left open, roaches observed inside the establishment
Uncovered food stored near sink exposed to splash. -bowls of salt near beverage service area around water lines/soda guns. Advised to use salt containers that can be covered in between service
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -leak under bar service/ice well out at end of bar
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -3 small flying insects in corner bar service area near hand sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soda gun interior at corner service well next to hand sink
Clean equipment and utensils not separated from soiled equipment and utensils at warewashing area.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -cook wearing wristwatch while preparing food
Equipment in poor repair. -damaged hood filter
Grease receptacle lid open.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -black substance on some shelving inside beer cooler
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink faucet in prep area
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -3 flying insects near corner of bar hovering around mixers/bar fruit
Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. -drip from line rapid steamer pooling onto cookline floor
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -behind equipment at end of line near dish washing station
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. -above ice well in bar
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelving in prep area near walk in
Stored food not covered. -fruit caddy's
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -sprayer at dish sink
Dec 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine 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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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -ahi tuna stack, missing disclosure. Verbiage for consumer advisory is present with asterisk at bottom of oage, advised to add asterisk to "ahi tuna stack" or to reprint new menus with disclosure.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -dust built up on ceiling near dish machine
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -faucet for sprayer next to dish machine -3 compartment sink
Sep 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority1 Intermediate9 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 at dish level after multiple attempts, 7 day callback inspection required to verify compliance. Advised to only use functioning dish machines at 50-100ppm for chlorine or to use 3 compartment sink until repairs verified -operator called for service technician
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -cook handled raw beef patty with gloved hand, replaced gloves to handle ready to eat food for plating without washing hands.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -4 live roaches inside bag of whole onions in back storage/prep room next to walk in cooler. See stop sale. -3 live roaches on wall behind rack/bag of onions -5 live roaches at wire racks used as shelving for clean pans in back storage/prep area -4 live roaches on side of fryer oil in back prep/storage area, see stop sale. -operator called professional pest control services, and began breaking down affected area for cleaning/sanitizing.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. -on ledge near bag of onions in back storage/prep area
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -tuna steaks, bag of onions
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -queso 115-167F inside hot holding equipment on cookline. Manager stated 2 hours prior placed put, reheated to 165F for hot holding at 135F or above
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -burn spray stored next to food trays
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -ahi tuna stack, missing disclosure. Verbiage for consumer advisory is present with asterisk at bottom of oage, advised to add asterisk to "ahi tuna stack" or to reprint new menus with disclosure.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -dust built up on ceiling near dish 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. -tuna steaks thawed inside commercial vacuum sealed packaging, see stop sale.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on shelving above prep countertop -employee backpack on shelving next to condiments
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. -wristwatch worn while preparing food
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. -cook
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -grease under some cookline equipment -back storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -small blue fan at end of cook line near dish machine -wire racks above prep sink in back
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -faucet for sprayer next to dish machine -3 compartment sink
Mar 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. -partially cooked chicken wings, provided written procedure form
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -knife inside hand sink
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Equipment in poor repair. -rusted shelving inside walk in cooler
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Evidence of cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. -outside of establishment, area near south gate. Pooled wastewater in corner near swing gate. Manager has employees routinely cleaning affected area, stated looking into modifications to area that will prevent draining grease onto ground outside of establishment.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw fish stored above fully cooked ribs under grill in drawer. -raw fish stored above crab-cakes(precooked fish)
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. -top surface of dish machine
Floors not maintained smooth and durable.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of fryer oil
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Dust build up on decor above bar near entrance. Area above soda guns -holster to soda gun in bar
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -partially/undercooked cooked chicken wings stored above breading for seafood under fryers
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -food grade beverage lines at soda guns in bar, far left well
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.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels. -employee stated was accidentally removed this morning during prep, replaced tag.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -breading/seasoning bulk container next to bag of onions
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -cookline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -racks above containers of tortilla chips
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate8 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. 0-10ppm, manager put in new chemical bucket
Raw/partially cooked animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -partially cooked chicken wings stored above raw fish inside cooler under grill. -partially cooked chicken wings stored above clams Advised to remind employees partially cooked poultry shall be stored the same manner as raw.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw lobster tail 48-50F, raw shrimp 48-50F inside low boy cooler across from grill. Manager is limiting amount of product used in station, added ice. Stated placed in cooler 2 hours prior.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -inside bar, quat 500ppm+
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored underneath ice bath station at cooler on cookline exposed to drip. -employee moved plates to new station, sent some back to dish area
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. -Ice bucket
Fan soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -cookline
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -cookline
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -broken floor tile under cooler across from dish machine
Hole in ceiling. -cookline, at end across from dish machine. Large exposed opening around utility lines
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters
Significant Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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.