Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach
Last inspected:
201 Seabreeze Blvd, Daytona Beach, FL 32118Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach has accumulated 588 violations across 44 inspections since 2018, averaging 13.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for lack of handwashing sink and for rodent and fly activity. In December 2024, inspectors documented 45 violations in a single visit and issued an emergency order, followed by a callback finding 30 additional violations. Fire safety records include citations for a missing portable fire extinguisher in 2022 and a defective extinguisher gauge in 2024. The restaurant has faced 5 disciplinary actions totaling $2,620 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 9, 2024 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
13.4
violations / inspection
13.4 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach: Emergency Closure History (2)
Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,620.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025043938 | $300.00 | Apr 24, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2025004394 | $200.00 | Dec 10, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024071059 | $400.00 | Dec 9, 2024 | Tampa | |
| 4--2022006917 | $800.00 | Jan 26, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2021018040 | $920.00 | Mar 15, 2021 | Jacksonville |
Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
-on wall next to hand sink on cook line
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 · 45-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: No portable fire extinguisher present. 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.
Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 7 inspections51 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections81 violations · 45 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Routine - Food· 23 violations (13 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections64 violations · 36 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— 13 inspections95 violations · 55 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (14 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— 6 inspections58 violations · 39 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection0 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach last inspected?
- Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 30, 2025. The result was: Warning Issued.
- When was Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach last shut down?
- Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach was last shut down on December 9, 2024 for rodent & fly 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 Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach had?
- Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach find?
- Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach was most recently inspected on December 30, 2025 with 30 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,620.00 in fines.
- How much has Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach been fined?
- Poncho's Tacos & Ice Cream in Daytona Beach has been fined a total of $2,620.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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