Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach
Last inspected:
456 S Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blv, Daytona Beach, FL 32114Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach has operated under four names since 2015, accumulating 209 violations across 32 inspections (6.5 per visit). The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Fire inspections cited propane tanks stored inside the building under two separate operators in 2016 and 2022, a hazard that persisted through multiple rebrands. The location has faced one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines.
Most recent closure: May 19, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
6.5
violations / inspection
6.5 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023031431 | $400.00 | May 19, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (6)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
-hurricane type shutters covering south side door
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 48-03-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Per gas tech faulty valve on fryer and is turning gas off to the fryer. Per operator tech is ordering part. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (2) (a) It is unlawful for any person to use within any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment any fuel-burning wick-type equipment for space heating unless such equipment is vented so as to prevent the accumulation of toxic or injurious gases or liquids. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
-storm type shutters closed and on inside sheet tray rack in front of door.
-storm type shutter opened **Corrective Action Taken**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 49-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: LP tank stored in kitchen. For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (6) Attics, basements, boiler rooms, meter rooms, laundry rooms, and storage rooms shall be kept clean and free of debris and flammables. For reporting purposes only.
Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 6 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach last inspected?
- Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 8, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach last shut down?
- Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach was last shut down on May 19, 2023 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach had?
- Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach find?
- Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach was most recently inspected on January 8, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach has 6 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach been fined?
- Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Kiki's Southern Kitchen in Daytona Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Midtown Cafe (2015), Soul Foods (2016-2023), Slapped Kitchen (2024).
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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