La Strega Bistro in Debary
Last inspected:
275 S Charles Richard Beall Blvd, Debary, FL 32713LA STREGA BISTRO in Debary has accumulated 268 violations across 44 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.1 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent activity. In August 2024 and December 2024, inspectors issued emergency orders and returned multiple times over consecutive days to verify compliance. Fire safety inspections cited a locked exit door in the bar area. The restaurant has faced 6 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 19, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Strega Bistro in Debary: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
6.1
violations / inspection
6.1 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
La Strega Bistro in Debary: Emergency Closure History (3)
La Strega Bistro in Debary: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024073411 | — | Dec 19, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024051707 | — | Aug 26, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024004214 | $200.00 | Nov 1, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2023068702 | $400.00 | Nov 1, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2023017027 | $200.00 | Jan 4, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
La Strega Bistro in Debary: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only.
-marked exit in bar area locked, operator unlocked **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.
La Strega Bistro in Debary: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 10 inspections67 violations · 39 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections31 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections30 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
La Strega Bistro in Debary: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Strega Bistro in Debary last inspected?
- La Strega Bistro in Debary was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 12, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was La Strega Bistro in Debary last shut down?
- La Strega Bistro in Debary was last shut down on December 19, 2024 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 La Strega Bistro in Debary?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Strega Bistro in Debary are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has La Strega Bistro in Debary had?
- La Strega Bistro in Debary has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Strega Bistro in Debary find?
- La Strega Bistro in Debary was most recently inspected on February 12, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has La Strega Bistro in Debary ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Strega Bistro in Debary has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- Has La Strega Bistro in Debary had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Strega Bistro in Debary has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Strega Bistro in Debary faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Strega Bistro in Debary has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has La Strega Bistro in Debary been fined?
- La Strega Bistro in Debary has been fined a total of $800.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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