How many health inspections has AREPITA BEACH had?

AREPITA BEACH has had 22 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has AREPITA BEACH ever been shut down?

Yes, AREPITA BEACH has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at AREPITA BEACH?

The most frequently cited violations at AREPITA BEACH are: Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

AREPITA BEACH

174 N BEACH ST, Daytona Beach, FL 32114

Volusia County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: AREPITA BEACH LLC · License: SEA7407647

AREPITA BEACH in Daytona Beach, FL has 22 inspections on record with 174 total violations (7.9 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of March 26, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for AREPITA BEACH
Date	Reason	Reopened
Dec 6, 2022	Sewage back up	16:17:00

Inspection History (22)

Mar 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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