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UNCLE CHICKEN'S CHICKEN SHACK

626 N DIXIE FWY, New Smyrna Beach FL 32168 · 4074213372

Last inspected Jun 26, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats45
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA7407883
Grade history
OCT 23
AUG 24
MAY 25
NOV 25
APR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 25 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jun 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back area where hose is attached
High priority/29-34-4/Warning/Return visit Jun 26, 2026 · Time Extended
Apr 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back area where hose is attached
High priority/29-34-4/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Owner operator
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. soap, degreaser, and water mix under front counter
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bagged chicken in standing water
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Nov 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Craig
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning/Return visit Nov 18, 2025 · Time Extended
Nov 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items out and returned to cooler per operator: corn 54F, green beans 46F, butter 46F, cheese 46F. Corn 45F bottom of cooler overnight Operator moved to glass door cooler
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
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. Craig
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Front counter area
Basic/51-11-4/Warning
Jul 29, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 21, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Admin Complaint
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 21, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Jul 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Jul 21, 2025 · Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Jul 21, 2025 · Time Extended
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 21, 2025 · Time Extended
May 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Broth/drippings 5/3
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
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
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Basic/32-04-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Oil jugs next to oven
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Aug 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Intermediate/16-37-1
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Removed prep sink, replaced flattop with fryers
Intermediate/51-16-7
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Unused storage room
Basic/36-73-4
Oct 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Honey sold retail at front counter by NSBees.
High priority/01B-04-5
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cream cheese opened Monday
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Light buildup blade guard for slicer
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site

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.