How many health inspections has MONGOOSE had?

MONGOOSE has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MONGOOSE ever been shut down?

Yes, MONGOOSE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at MONGOOSE?

The most frequently cited violations at MONGOOSE are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?

MANAGEMENT FAILURE: CDC data shows establishments without active managerial control have 3x more critical violations. The person in charge must demonstrate knowledge of foodborne illness prevention, HACCP principles, and Florida food safety law. Without oversight, violations go uncorrected, creating compounding risk of multi-pathogen outbreaks. Person in charge must be present during ALL hours of operation and must demonstrate knowledge of: foodborne illness risk factors, proper cooking temperatures, handwashing procedures, allergen management, and employee health policy. Must hold a valid Food Manager Certification per Florida Statute 509.039.

What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?

BACTERIAL BIOFILM: Improperly cleaned multi-use utensils develop bacterial biofilms within 24 hours. These biofilms protect pathogens (Listeria, Salmonella, E. coli) from routine sanitizing — requiring physical scrubbing to remove. Each use of a contaminated utensil transfers pathogens to food. Improperly cleaned cutting boards harbor 200x more bacteria than a toilet seat. Clean and sanitize all multi-use utensils using the 3-compartment sink method: Wash in hot soapy water (110°F minimum), rinse in clean water, sanitize in approved solution (50-100 ppm chlorine or 200-400 ppm quaternary ammonium for 30 seconds), air dry. Or use properly functioning commercial dishwasher. Clean utensils at least every 4 hours during continuous use.

MONGOOSE

208 W HOWRY AVE, Deland, FL 32720

Volusia County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: MONGOOSE LLC · License: SEA7407541

MONGOOSE in Deland, FL has 26 inspections on record with 81 total violations (3.1 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

26Inspections

81Violations

2Closures

Data current as of February 21, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for MONGOOSE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Oct 6, 2022	Rodent activity	15:32:00
Aug 12, 2022	Rodent activity	09:52:00

Inspection History (26)

Feb 21, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Sep 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Feb 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Nov 16, 2023 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 12, 2022 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 12, 2022 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Oct 6, 2022 — Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 6, 2022 — Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Aug 13, 2022 — Complaint Full· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 12, 2022 — Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 10, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 9, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 31, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 17, 2020 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Jun 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

Sep 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V42 Equipment condition

May 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Jan 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 30, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

How Does This Facility Compare?

MONGOOSE has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the Volusia County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.15.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MONGOOSE had?: MONGOOSE has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MONGOOSE ever been shut down?: Yes, MONGOOSE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at MONGOOSE?: The most frequently cited violations at MONGOOSE are: Outer openings protected, Consumer advisory, Employee health policy.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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Last verified: February 21, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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