ROCKY'S TAVERN
725 E INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Daytona Beach FL 32118 · 724-454-1705
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2023
AUG 23
MAR 25
NOV 25
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 5 flying insects at mop sink in back of establishment
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021010143 | Feb 18, 2021 | Apr 21, 2021 | $800 |
| 4--2020041200 | Aug 11, 2020 | Sep 30, 2020 | $200 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food manager certification expired. No other certified food manager at the establishment A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Jun 29, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. No other certified food manager at the establishment A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Handwash sink missing/inadequate/deficiency in warewashing area. -no handwashing sink at the back storage area in vicinity of the three compartment sink Warning**
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -type k unit, manager stated fire safety service company is due soon.
Jun 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef stored over precooked meat inside stand up unit
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); cheese sticks (49F - Cold Holding); corn dogs, chicken patties (51F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); cheese sticks (49F - Cold Holding); chicken patties (51F - Cold Holding) inside single door cooler/freezer near cook area more than 4 hours. See stop sale.
Food manager certification expired. No other certified food manager at the establishment A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
Handwash sink missing/inadequate/deficiency in warewashing area. -no handwashing sink at the back storage area in vicinity of the three compartment sink Warning**
Inadequate number/capacity of cold holding units to maintain time/temperature control for safety food at proper temperatures.
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. -type k unit, manager stated fire safety service company is due soon.
Nov 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 5 flying insects at mop sink in back of establishment
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. -package of bacon inside container with tortilla shells, other ready to eat food items/produce.
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. -sour cream 49F inside unit more than 4 hours, door loose and not adequately keeping closed at unit across from cooking equipment
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -cut lettuce inside cooler
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of current food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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. -Linda
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -door to bottom of unit across from cooking equipment
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -shortening, fryer oil on floor
Plumbing system in disrepair. -right hand faucet at 3 compartment sink in back
Mar 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -no quat test strips
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. -
Bathrooms located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Aug 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -bartender smoked tobacco prior to cleaning cutting board without washingnhands
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.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -mens restroom
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -mens and womens restrooms
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to dispense popcorn kernals
Clean linens stored on floor. -back storage area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee smoking in a food preparation, storage or warewashing area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
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.