UNCLE CHICKEN'S CAST IRON KITCHEN
409 MARY AVE, New Smyrna Beach FL 32168
Last inspected Oct 24, 2024 · 12 visits since August 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
AUG 23
FEB 24
JUN 24
AUG 24
OCT 24
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 31 points off where it started.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 on bottom shelf of bar
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
7 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024041600 | Jun 18, 2024 | Feb 5, 2025 | — |
| 4--2024019118 | Feb 14, 2024 | Jul 30, 2024 | — |
| 4--2023039780 | Jun 6, 2023 | Jan 22, 2024 | — |
| 4--2022042477 | Aug 17, 2022 | May 16, 2023 | — |
| 4--2022006910 | Jan 31, 2022 | Apr 20, 2022 | — |
| 4--2021010897 | Dec 28, 2020 | May 17, 2021 | $400 |
| 4--2020051565 | Oct 12, 2020 | Dec 28, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Oct 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Gaskets in poor repair. Left drawers
Hole in or other damage to wall.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler, paint chipping off
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Ext to back door
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Hole in or other damage to wall. - area below tea urns
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Tray of sliced raw gyro cone over zip over ziplock bag of fruit. Freezer next to back door.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 on bottom shelf of bar
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Chew marks on plastic lid, container of rub seasoning
Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver for the method observed in use during the inspection. ROP of cooked ribs held over 48 hours.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Gaskets in poor repair. Left drawers
Hole in or other damage to wall.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler, paint chipping off
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Ext to back door
Aug 21, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. ROP of ready to eat ribs over 48 hours
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Hole in or other damage to wall. - area below tea urns
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. - observed at server station
Aug 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Non-food container used for food storage. Home Depot container for uncooked rice
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - 2 in pitcher below server station - 1 on shelf below server station - 3 on floor below ice machine in server station - 2 on floor behind hot water heater - 3 on floor below reach in freezer __ Total 11 rodent droppings. Employee vacuumed.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. - employee washed hands at triple sink
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. ROP of ready to eat ribs over 48 hours
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Hole in or other damage to wall. - area below tea urns
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. - observed at server station
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in 5 gallon black bucket
Jun 19, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Commercially processed and prepared on site ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Hummus from last week; ice cream mix; ribs from Sunday; meatload from 2 days ago
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee on duty
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. - Hole where knob should be at back door - gap around plywood on the floor in the bar - hole in the wall corner next to the water heater
Jun 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 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 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Rice 6/8, 6/9
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. - Approximately 15 under bag in the box soda. - 3 on bag in the box soda - Approximately 15 next to soda machine in the bar on the floor - approximately 20 on the floor in the corner of the kitchen around unused equipment - 2 under dish machine and three compartment sink - 4 on the floor between ice cream area and grill - 5 on the bar shelving under clean glassware - several behind the stove - 4 on the floor behind glass door reach in cooler - 7 inside single use aluminum pans; 10 inside mixer; multiple on other items on single service storage shelf - several on the floor next to single service storage - 1 on chili powder container; chew marks on that container and on Montreal steak container. - 1 on the floor next to walk in cooler
Commercially processed and prepared on site ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Hummus from last week; ice cream mix; ribs from Sunday; meatload from 2 days ago
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee on duty
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. 2 employees on duty with no proof of food handler training Provided operator with blank forms for employees to fill out
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. - Hole where knob should be at back door - gap around plywood on the floor in the bar - hole in the wall corner next to the water heater
Feb 15, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 behind stove, 1 on the floor between prep tables, 1 on top of dish machine
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. Multiple employees with no food handler training
Feb 13, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 behind stove, 1 on the floor between prep tables, 1 on top of dish machine
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. Multiple employees with no food handler training
Feb 12, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked potatoes 46-53F overnight in third pan
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Steaks over bread, freezer next to back door
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Steak over cooked pasta and ribs
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 1 behind stove, 1 on the floor between prep tables, 1 on top of dish machine
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. Shredded cheese 47F, pasta 47F, ribs 47F, gravy 47F, cooked mushrooms 48F. Glass cooler overnight on bottom shelf
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. Multiple employees with no food handler training
Food offered in a way that misleads/misinforms the consumer. Fresh Florida pompano advertised on menu board. Invoice provided by operator shows SE Asia ocean farm raised pompano. Operator pulled menu board
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Loose insulation from ceiling on top shelf of dry storage area
Plates in the dining room not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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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. Emailed to operator
No soap provided at handwash sink. Bar
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door
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.