SOPOTNICKS CABBAGE PATCH
549 TOMOKA FARMS RD, New Smyrna Beach FL 32168 · 386-427-8969
Last inspected May 27, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
NOV 23
JAN 25
MAR 26
MAY 26
▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 14 in the mop sink - 15+ around hot water heater. - 3 on liquor storage shelving - chew marks on liquor boxes, shredded cardboard on the floor and on shelves in liquor storage - approximately 50 on the floor in the kitchen along wall/under tables and equipment
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $720
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026022084 | Mar 25, 2026 | Jun 10, 2026 | $400 |
| 4--2024010242 | Jan 4, 2024 | Mar 27, 2024 | $320 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Equipment in poor repair. - Beer cooler door liner and gaskets not firmly attached to door. - walk in cooler beer cooler gasket hanging
May 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Heavy soil in ice machine
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bar cooler, soiled standing water
Mar 25, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Shredded cheese with mold like substance in a plastic container on top of reach in freezer, left at room temperature from previous day.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 14 in the mop sink - 15+ around hot water heater. - 3 on liquor storage shelving - chew marks on liquor boxes, shredded cardboard on the floor and on shelves in liquor storage - approximately 50 on the floor in the kitchen along wall/under tables and equipment
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Reach in freezer gaskets soiled/stained - slime inside soda nozzle, bar corrected on site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On three compartment sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Heavy soil in ice machine
Accumulation of debris in three-compartment sink.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to bag in the box soda and outside back door
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open can of soda on reach in freezer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Bag in the box soda
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bar cooler, soiled standing water
Jan 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Ground sausage in reach in cooler
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Shredded mozzarella/provolone blend 1/7. Date incorrect but employee does not know when it was opened
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Reach in cooler bottom shelf soiled with debris, top right soiled with liquified rotted celery Ice machine interior Interior soda gun in the bar
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bar hand sink used as a dump sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. next to back door Outside back door Next to bag in the box soda
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Bar, under bag in the box soda
Food stored on floor. Oil container
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Beverage air freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior walk in beer cooler
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door; front door
Jan 4, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine
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.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator logged in to online account and received current license via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in beer cooler ceiling/pipes
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back and front
Nov 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Provolone. Operator discarded.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Bag in the box soda area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator logged in to online account and received current license via email.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in beer cooler ceiling/pipes
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back and front
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Beer cooler
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.