TRADERS RESTAURANT
2225 S ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach Shores FL 32118 · 386 252 9631
Last inspected May 18, 2026 · 11 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
AUG 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor underneath the dish machine near he floor drain/empty dish racks
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023069875 | Oct 26, 2023 | May 22, 2024 | $200 |
| 4--2024022404 | Mar 5, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Equipment in poor repair. -shelving in dry storage room
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -grout in disrepair In front of low boy prep cooler
Apr 30, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
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. -ran unit 4 times, 0-10ppm. Callback inspection shall occur to verify 50-100ppm chlorine sanitizing at dish machine.
Live, small flying insects found -6 flying insects in corner of back of house area near air conditioning duct -4 flying insects under dish machine in warewashing area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink in bar blocked by co2 tanks
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -blue chemical in spray bottle put front in side area near bar
Equipment in poor repair. -shelving in dry storage room
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -grout in disrepair In front of low boy prep cooler
Apr 15, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ants present in establishment. -inside dry storage area along shelving near pasta/seasoning containers
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. -ran unit 4 times, 0-10ppm. Callback inspection shall occur to verify 50-100ppm chlorine sanitizing at dish machine.
Live, small flying insects found -6 flying insects in corner of back of house area near air conditioning duct -4 flying insects under dish machine in warewashing area
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken inside pan stored above pan of raw fish inside stand up cooler on cook line
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -bathroom cleaner/disinfectant on shelf next to wrapped utensils in side storage area near interior bar
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -heavy cream inside walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of soda gun nozzle in bar
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink in bar blocked by co2 tanks
No soap provided at handwash sink. -bar out front
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -blue chemical in spray bottle put front in side area near bar
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -upper portion, edges of splash guard inside machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to dispense from granola container
Equipment in poor repair. -shelving in dry storage room
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -grout in disrepair In front of low boy prep cooler
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -sink faucet next to dish machine
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container in dry storage room
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -mixed cut leafy greens 60F, shredded cheese 55F inside salad station cooler in back, manager stated discarding at end of breakfast service, placed out at beginning of service. Advised person in charge of requirement for time as a public health control policy/paperwork. -sour cream 45F, ham 45F, sliced cheeses 47F inside stand up cooler at end of cookline. Person in charge stated unit opened and closed frequently prior to inspection, advised to monitor internal refrigeration temperatures to take corrective actions as needed with high ambient room temperature inside kitchen. -ice cream drink mix 55F inside bar inside mini fridge. Advised bartender that the purple carton ice cream mix must be maintained at 41F or below for safety.
Handwash sink missing in bar up front containing 3 compartment sink and ice well for bartender to handle/scoop ice(food) for beverages
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. -person in charge stated certificates are currently locked in an office
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.
Aug 1, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live roaches on floor underneath the dish machine near he floor drain/empty dish racks
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -mixed cut leafy greens 60F, shredded cheese 55F inside salad station cooler in back, manager stated discarding at end of breakfast service, placed out at beginning of service. Advised person in charge of requirement for time as a public health control policy/paperwork. -sour cream 45F, ham 45F, sliced cheeses 47F inside stand up cooler at end of cookline. Person in charge stated unit opened and closed frequently prior to inspection, advised to monitor internal refrigeration temperatures to take corrective actions as needed with high ambient room temperature inside kitchen. -ice cream drink mix 55F inside bar inside mini fridge. Advised bartender that the purple carton ice cream mix must be maintained at 41F or below for safety.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. -employee washed hands at 3 compartment sink inside bar up front
Handwash sink missing in bar up front containing 3 compartment sink and ice well for bartender to handle/scoop ice(food) for beverages
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. -person in charge stated certificates are currently locked in an office
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.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead roach on top shelf above beverage wait station in corner of dining area near kitchen door -1 dead roach on floor under dish machine in back -1 dead roach on shelf under long countertop cabinets across dining room from bar, bottom shelf under chafing equipment
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -warewashing area -under cookline equipment
Mar 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door in back near 3 compartment sink
Hole in or other damage to wall. -damage to wall near back door next to 3 compartment sink
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -warewashing area hand sink
Mar 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef stored above commercially processed diced ham inside walk in cooler
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -corned beef hash marked 2/23 -diced ham marked 3/7
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. -broken shell egg inside flat placd out for use on cookline
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -blade to can opener
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -poached eggs/eggs benedict
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -warewashing area
No soap provided at handwash sink. -hand sink inside warewashing area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -door in back near 3 compartment sink
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -small amount near end of cookline
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor soiled with grease built up behind cook line equipment
Hole in or other damage to wall. -damage to wall near back door next to 3 compartment sink
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -warewashing area hand sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -surface areas on equipment behind mechanical slicer blade
Standing wastewater in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. floor drain near fryer on cook line with grease filled to top of floor drain, employee stated area was cleaned less than 1 hour prior -maintenance cleared out blockage from top side of floor drain. Operator stated company coming to clear out grease trap.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink.
Stored food not covered. -dry storage, red peas bull container
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -backsplash behind fryers
Nov 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. -employee handled cell phone prior to touching pans/food/equipment on line without washing hands
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -cooked ribs marked 11/9
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -1/6 pan and portion of flat of raw shell eggs stored at room temperature from breakfast. Advised to place on time as control and discard after breakfast service if leaving out at room temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -ham, 49F, small portion left above pan level at makeline cooler. Advised to keep lower than recommended fill level inside pans.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like/black substance or slime. -carbon build up on flat top -bottom portion of white splash guard inside small ice machine in back
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. -cooked ribs frozen and placed into cooler without adequate date marking to accumulate time from initial and post frozen/thawed dates
Spray bottles containing toxic substance not labeled. -bottom shelf below dish machine, multiple chemical spray bottles missing labels
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -containers without handles used to dispense from bulk grains inside dry storage bins
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -clean plates on top portion of shelving not covered/inverted
Equipment in poor repair. -racks inside stand up cooler in prep area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under cookline equipment
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters above slatted grill on cook line
Wall in disrepair. -near back door next to dish area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -sinks in warewashing area
Mar 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw fish stored above pasteurized/fully cooked liquid eggs inside stand up cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand sink used as dump sink in back
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -poached eggs(undercooked yolk) offered without indication to consumer advisory posted on bottom of menu. Manager added asterisk to consumer advisory and poached eggs.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -warewashing hand sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Oct 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand sink at end of cook line used as dump sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -warewashing area
Blade for can opener in poor repair.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -dry storage, pan with rice
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -handle resting touching food, beans
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach in cooler on cook line, 2 door -dry storage shelving in disrepair, top shelf
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -lowboy across from grill at end of line
Water draining onto floor surface. -below dish 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.