PHILLY DINER
205 S SPRING GARDEN AVE, Deland FL 32720 · 386-873-4357
Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 12 points off where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15- rodent droppings in ice tea dispenser, on storage shed floor. 4- rodent droppings on can food storage rolling cart shelving, in outside food storage shed. 1- rodent dropping on floor in outside storage area, by double glass door reach in cooler. 3.- rodent droppings, on floor by freezer chests n outside storage shed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026025268 | Mar 4, 2026 | May 6, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear kitchen door
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -salad dressing cooler -both glass door reach-in coolers in storage shed
Jul 16, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate16 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside lid of reach-in cooler across from fryers -white cutting board on salad dressing reach-in cooler is stained
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink next to triple sink, operator restocked
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -3 tanks in beverage service area operator chained
Ceiling vent missing over reach-in cooler, operator had removed for cleaning, operator reinstalled
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -over cookline
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor underneath and behind cooking equipment has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Food stored on floor. -plastic container of crackers stored on the floor in the kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall. -open disconnected drain line in wall underneath dishwasher
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -white chest freezers in storage shed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -mop sink soiled -handwash sink next to triple sink soiled -exterior of fryers have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of stove has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear kitchen door
Slow draining water in handwash sink next to triple sink.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -salad dressing cooler -both glass door reach-in coolers in storage shed
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in dishwashing area and mop sink area -stainless steel wall behind cooking equipment -wall behind reach-in cooler -wall to right of kitchen door
Mar 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top and Sides of fryers soiled with grease and grime, -Under and sides offlat top soiled with grease and grime. - kitchen reach in freezer gasket soiled with grime and food debris.
Outside shed ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair.
Mar 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15- rodent droppings in ice tea dispenser, on storage shed floor. 4- rodent droppings on can food storage rolling cart shelving, in outside food storage shed. 1- rodent dropping on floor in outside storage area, by double glass door reach in cooler. 3.- rodent droppings, on floor by freezer chests n outside storage shed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line make table unit chipped ham (46F - Cold Holding)/ less than 4 hours. Operator placed ice
Cook line walks soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris, under cooking equipment.
Food stored on floor. -2- Bags of potatoes and Bo's of frying oil on storage shed floor -2- Boxes of frying oil on kitchen floor. Operator relocated.
Ice buildup in storage area freezer chest.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top and Sides of fryers soiled with grease and grime, -Under and sides offlat top soiled with grease and grime. - kitchen reach in freezer gasket soiled with grime and food debris.
Outside shed ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair.
Standing water in bottom of shed glassdoor reach in cooler.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. see Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Boiled potatoes in storage area reach in cooler 67F,placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard,
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided to operator.
Behind cooking equipment and three compartment dink wall, soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Equipment in poor repair. Kitchen reach in freezer insulation exposed on door.
Hallway in front of emoloyee, bathroom, ceiling vent soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Ice buildup in kitchen Kenmore reach in freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator and posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in wait station, cold holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets soiled in Kenmore reach in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of bar and storage area, reach-in-cooler.
Storage area floor area covered with standing water.
Storage ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Jan 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to outside storage wall.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, at wait station.
Jan 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced cheese 44F stacked, operator reduced amount.
No chlorine Quat test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Operator calibrated thermometer in In an ice bath method.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Provided to operator, whom posted it.
Hole in or other damage to outside storage wall.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Behind and sides of cooking equipment soiled with grease and food debris. -dishwasher machine racks soiled. Freezer chest in storage area with grime and mold like substance
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes stored in box with cheese in cookline make table unit. Operator removes
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, at wait station.
Oct 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in freezer chest.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Table under cooking equipment soiled with food debris. - Fryers soiled with grease. -dish machine racks soiled with grime. -storage area gasket soiled with grime.
Wash ware wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, under three compartment sink.
Aug 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food worker, slicing meat meat wearing a watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in freezer chest.
Food employee at cookline and food preparation area with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Table under cooking equipment soiled with food debris. - Fryers soiled with grease. -dish machine racks soiled with grime. -storage area gasket soiled with grime.
Standing water in bottom of bar reach-in-cooler.
Wash ware wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust, under three compartment sink.
Feb 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Preparation area milk (45F - Cold Holding)/30 minutes; sour cream (44F -Cold Holding) 30 minutes. Operator returned to unit,.
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 written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Loaded potato thawed 24 hours ago.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink on cookline food preparation table.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris., under cooking equipment l
Food Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice buildup in kitchen reach-in freezers.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in storage area cold holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of flat top, and fryer, soiled with grease and food de fries.
Wall soiled by wait station, and wash ware area with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Oct 6, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 27, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -side of flat top and fryers soiled with grease, grime and food debris,. -Front counter freezer chest gasket soiled with grime.
Sep 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food employee cracked eggs, and them change gloves without washing hands, educated operator l
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs over tomatoes in cookline make table
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Salad station make table Containers double stacked sour cream (43-45F - Cold Holding)l operator reduced amount,. Wait station Milk 46F/2 hours. Operator reduced unit
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to outside hose bibb.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute soiled with grime at soda dispenser,.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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.
Cookline wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License is not on site,
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse stored above sanitized equipment's l
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food worker at cookline wearing watch.
Equipment in poor repair. Freezer chest lid in outside shed in disrepair.
Ice buildup in kitchen Kenmore reach-in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -side of flat top and fryers soiled with grease, grime and food debris,. -Front counter freezer chest gasket soiled with grime.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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