Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach
Last inspected:
401 N Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach has accumulated 297 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.2 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a persistent pattern of non-compliance: inspectors have issued warnings followed by callback inspections in eight consecutive years. Fire safety violations include a flat-top grill used for cooking without hood suppression system installed, blocked fire exits, and flammables stored near ignition sources. Top recurring violations involve employee health reporting, ventilation, and consumer advisory failures.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
10.2
violations / inspection
10.2 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (8)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only.
-air filter placed next to vent stack **Corrected On-Site**
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
-flat top grill used at end of cook line not under fire suppression. Grill used for cooking house made french toast
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.
— Routine - Food · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
-fire exit door obstructed by table with plant-employee shoes
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed overhead. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
-Flat top grill on cookline at end, opposite side of line from installed hood.
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.
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only.
-glue trap from pest control on top of water heater underneath vent
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 · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only.
-wood trap next to vent stack flame source at water heater
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only. Ceiling tiles, fabric bag stored next to vent stack portion of water heater. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Blocked by bagged garbage and a small table **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections41 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections33 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 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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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach last inspected?
- Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach had?
- Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach find?
- Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach was most recently inspected on April 3, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- Has Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Starlite Diner in Daytona Beach has 8 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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