WAKE UP CAFE
749 E 3 ST, New Smyrna Beach FL 32169 · 386-410-4719
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 16 visits since July 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 45 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on the wall in the dish area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
6 cases · $3,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025090672 | Sep 11, 2025 | Jan 15, 2026 | $800 |
| 4--2025051528 | Jun 2, 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $800 |
| 4--2024044974 | Aug 30, 2024 | Sep 16, 2024 | $1,200 |
| 4--2023055102 | Jul 12, 2023 | Oct 30, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2022053185 | Oct 24, 2022 | Jan 4, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2017040816 | Jul 6, 2017 | Oct 11, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed silver bowl black soufflé cup store in dice tomatoes to scoop
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Oct 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Pet dog permitted in outdoor dining area without local ordinance allowing pet dogs in outdoor dining areas. On the agenda for council meeting 10/14/25. Discussed with operator
Sep 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 11, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Manchego 44F underneath right cookline cooler. On top, manchego 45F, sliced cheese 46F, egg wash 45-48F, ham 46F, sausage 46F, beef 45F, feta 45F, tomatoes 45F
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Sep 10, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. Argentine sauce 8/31
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Manchego 44F underneath right cookline cooler. On top, manchego 45F, sliced cheese 46F, egg wash 45-48F, ham 46F, sausage 46F, beef 45F, feta 45F, tomatoes 45F
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking as required. Egg and egg wash
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Grits reheating on the steam table 2 hours 20 minutes 115-180F. See stop sale Squeeze bottle tcs sauces at 2 hours 136-146F.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Kori
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. New employee on duty second day
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Standing water, raw chicken
Jun 2, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Milk 47F, pooled eggs 46F, beef 46F, feta 45F. bottom True cooler overnight Cookline 1/9 pan blue cheese 49F
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers
May 30, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate5 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. Grits 43-45F in the middle, pisto vegetables 45-46F, both cooked yesterday and in cooler overnight
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single -service items without washing hands. Dish washer
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over produce, true cooler
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. Milk 47F, pooled eggs 46F, beef 46F, feta 45F. bottom True cooler overnight Cookline 1/9 pan blue cheese 49F
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Front counter greater than 400 ppm quat. Corrected to 200 ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior soda nozzles with visible buildup
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Server used cup to scoop ice
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Glass door cooler with whipped cream
Apr 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. The Morning Lox
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Room temp, chicken
Feb 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before changing gloves to initiate a task working with food. Switching from dirty to clean dishes, after cracking raw shell eggs and switching to ready to eat food
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Dulce empanadas 2/5, tortilla mix 2/5,feta 2/4, Argentine 2/4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Queso 73F, left out 1.5 hours to warm up and put in squeeze bottles. - walk in cooler - sausage, shredded cheese, butter 44F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner spray bottle over bag in the box soda
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. The Morning Lox
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. Filippo
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty container. Operator removed to wash again
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Bracelet
Plumbing system in disrepair. Mop sink drain disconnected Hot water heater steadily dripping on the ground
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of cups on the floor at front counter area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Room temp, chicken
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Crumbled sausage 9/25 Ham 9/22 Chorizo 9/25 Turkey bacon 9/24
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sliced cheese 50-55F less than 2 hours in save a day above other containers, reach in cooler. Operator moved into 1/6 pan in reach in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking as required. French toast mix and shell eggs
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Soup reheating front counter approximately 2 hours 5 minutes 142F. Advised to turn all the way up to start, to reheat to 165F to hot hold at 135F or above.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - Soda gun nozzles wait station, visible brown buildup - slicer buildup blade guard - light buildup ice machine baffle
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned chicken. Operator did not know when prepared. Discarded
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In back prep cooler and wine cooler bar are
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. cell phone on metal shelving above cookline cooler
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans
Food stored on floor. Case of creamers under shelving, bar area
Food stored under dripping water. Evidence of walk in cooler fan dripping onto cases of food stored underneath
May 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher switching from dirty to putting away clean
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Sliced cheese in save a day above top of reach in cooler fill line 50F. approximately 1.5 hours - pooled eggs 44F, cooked potatoes 44-46F, empanadas 48F, overnight in double True cooler. See stop sale
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard
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. Julieta and other employees with no food handler training
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered drink over clean plates, dish area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near ice machine
Walk-in cooler shelves made of uncleanable particle board, mold like buildup and light food buildup.
May 23, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority4 Intermediate7 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. Grits cooling over night in covered stacked plastic containers 46-47F in the middle. See stop sale
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher switching from dirty to putting away clean
Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Operator stated ice cream in unlabeled plastic tubs is purchased from, "a girl, homemade"
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw ground beef over ice cream, double cookline freezer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Empanadas chicken 5/15, beef empanadas 5/15, ham and cheese 5/15, Dulce 5/15, unable to read humita,, guava 5/15, salsa Blanca 5/14, Argo sauce 5/16, ham 5/16, chorizo 5/13, ham 5/13, Canadian bacon 5/13
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. - Sliced cheese in save a day above top of reach in cooler fill line 50F. approximately 1.5 hours - pooled eggs 44F, cooked potatoes 44-46F, empanadas 48F, overnight in double True cooler. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Squeeze bottles with tcs sauces 120-166F after over 2 hours in warmer
Combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food held more than 24 hours not date marked according to the date the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety ingredient was opened/prepared. Prepared empanadas dated with date empanada was made and not date filling was made.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer blade guard
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. Julieta and other employees with no food handler training
Wash solution in spray-type chemical warewasher less than 120 degrees Fahrenheit. 107F max
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Next to bag in the box soda
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered drink over clean plates, dish area.
Food stored on floor. #10 can behind chest freezer next to back door
Hole in or other damage to wall. Near ice machine
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Double freezer cookline, thawed ice cream and soft to the touch batters.
Walk-in cooler shelves made of uncleanable particle board, mold like buildup and light food buildup.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate3 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. Pisto stacked and covered in plastic containers cooked previous day and in walk in cooler overnight 46F and 48F in the middle. Argentine sauce 45F in the middle cooked previous day in walk in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Argo sauce 1/8, chipotle 1/10, tortilla potatoes 1/10, corned beef 1/9
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking as required. Waffle batter, shell eggs, French toast mix
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not capable of reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. - In oven turned off, pisto 83F in the middle and 134F at the edge. Reheated and turned off per cook. Advised to reheat to 165F to hot hold at 135F or above. - Hollandaise reheating 1.5 hours in steam well with water 160F, Hollandaise 125F. Advised to reheat using an alternative method and then put bottles in warmer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to hold pitcher in the kitchen. Moved to wash hands
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. Dishwasher and new employee with no food handler training
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Uncovered drink over microwave/Togo lids
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers in dish area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Burgers left at room temperature. Discussed with operator.
Jul 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. New employees
Wall/ cove molding in disrepair. - Next to back door and across from ice machine - wall next to soda machine
Jul 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands as required. - when changing gloves to switch from raw shell eggs to ready to eat food - dishwasher dirty to clean dishes
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Touching omelet with bare hand while plating
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Tcs Argentine sauce 6/27; tcs chipotle 6/30
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on the wall in the dish area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 4 on shelf in the dining room below bag in the box soda
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking as required. Raw shell eggs, batter, French toast mix
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 chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine / dish machine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Dish area
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. New employees
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple uncovered drinks on the cookline prep table/above reach in coolers
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phones on prep tables/above reach in coolers, cookline
Establishment advertised homemade food items, but used food items received already prepared. Menu advertises homemade dulce de leche ice cream. Employee indicated that containers of Haagan Dazs dulce de leche in reach in freezer are used.
Food stored on floor. In the walk in cooler, case of avocados and containers of feta under shelving
Wall/ cove molding in disrepair. - Next to back door and across from ice machine - wall next to soda 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.