POOLSIDE CAFE AT TROPICAL WIND
1398 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach FL 32118 · 386-679-3495
Last inspected Mar 10, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
FEB 24
AUG 24
JAN 25
JUL 25
MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 41 points better than where it started.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -roach bait stored on prep table next tot toaster
★ 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--2022028929 | Apr 7, 2022 | Jul 7, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -some damaged areas of ceiling/vent on cook line that is preventing adequate cleaning and potentially causing physical hazard over prep area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -debris/some pooled grease on floor nearby the fryers in corner of cook line
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -some dust build up on hood filters above the grill
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Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -bottom section of lowboy reach in
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -side of wall next to fryer
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. -cut melon cut day prior
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -some interior components inside ice machine with black substance/stains
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Jan 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw burgers 49F inside reach in cooler, manager stated recently thawed from frozen less than
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -light grease on wall behind grill
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef patties stored above condiments inside refrigerator
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -backsplash of grill, fryer
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee began handling clean equipment or utensils, without first washing hands.
Employee washing dishes handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean and sanitized plates/cups/utensils without washing hands.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw bacon stored above biscuits inside refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage 44-45F, employee stated door opened frequently recently- inside door shelf in household refrigerator. Advised to store temperature sensitive food in more conducive location for cold ambient air
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle labeled "pest" stored above sanitizer basin with clean utensils/rack of clean and sanitized utensils/bowls
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -sliced American cheese -commercial cooked sausage
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -small bowls next to cooler on prep table
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters
Stored food not covered. -coffee filter prefilled with grounds on countertop next to coffee maker
Oct 11, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
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 at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -styrofoam clam shells on top of fridge not inverted -coffee filters in server area
Oct 10, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -precooked sausage patties, from overnight
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -precooked sausage patties 46F, sliced ham 46F, sliced turkey 46F inside household refrigerator in kitchen. Manager moved product to commercial refrigerator holding at 39-40F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -roach bait stored on prep table next tot toaster
Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -styrofoam clam shells on top of fridge not inverted -coffee filters in server area
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.