New Smyrna Beach — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

New Smyrna Beach, Florida has 194 food establishments with 3,313 inspections on record. 4 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 82.1%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.

Most recent closure: Sopotnicks Cabbage Patch in New Smyrna Beach, shut down March 25, 2026 for rodent activity.

Largest fine: $800 assessed to Wake Up Cafe in New Smyrna Beach on January 15, 2026.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

194Facilities
3,308Total Inspections
4Closures 2026
82.1%Pass Rate
5.9Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Chases on the Beach 57 393 7
Touch of Italy INC 50 406 3
Beachside Pizza 41 310 3
River Deck Restaurant 30 239 3
Da Kine Hawaiian Poke 42 172 3

New Smyrna Beach Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

New Smyrna Beach 82.1% Pass Rate 82.1%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
New Smyrna Beach 5.9 Avg Violations / Inspection 5.9
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
New Smyrna Beach 2.06 Closures per 100 Facilities 2.06
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

New Smyrna Beach Restaurants: Recent Closures (2)

DateBusinessReason
Sopotnicks Cabbage Patch Rodent activity
River Deck Restaurant Roach activity

New Smyrna Beach Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)

DateBusinessViolationsResult
Yacht Club Bar & Loung 8 (3 high) Warning Issued
Smyrna Yacht Club 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wendy's 13306 1 Call Back - Complied
Victoria 1883 0 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Via Canaletto 6 (2 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
New Smyrna Lanes 2 Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Ocean Breeze Bar & Grill 18 (5 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Norwoods Restaurant 1 Call Back - Complied
Off the Hook Raw Bar and Grill 8 (1 high) Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Wake Up Cafe 4 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

New Smyrna Beach Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

New Smyrna Beach Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

204Actions on Record
$83,070Total Fines
$433Avg Fine
$2,000Largest Fine
75Facilities Fined

Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)

DateBusinessFineCase
Jan 15, 2026 Wake Up Cafe $800 4--2025090672
Oct 13, 2025 Osaka Sushi and Hibachi $800 4--2025070131
Aug 7, 2025 Wake Up Cafe $800 4--2025051528
Sep 18, 2025 Crabby's Bar & Grill Nsb $400 4--2025064857
Aug 14, 2025 General Public House $400 4--2025054404
Jul 14, 2025 Norwoods Restaurant $400 4--2025046272
Jun 18, 2025 Garlic Main Kitchen $400 4--2025042524
Jul 14, 2025 Beachside Tavern $200 4--2025044889
Oct 13, 2025 Inn on the Avenue $200 4--2025047519
Mar 2, 2026 Beef O Bradys $200 4--2026003950

New Smyrna Beach Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

105Fire Violations
39Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Exit blocked or locked 41
Fire extinguisher in red zone 32
Other fire safety violation 17
Missing boiler certificate/report 11
Propane tank stored inside building 4

New Smyrna Beach Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. New Smyrna Beach has 56 FDACS-regulated facilities with 104 inspections on record and 8 stop-sale orders issued.

56Retail Facilities
104FDACS Inspections
8Stop-Sale Orders

New Smyrna Beach FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders

A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.

DateFacilityProductReason
Mon-delice-298850 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro…
Vw-publix-0229-280983 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temperature Control for Sa…
Clover-kava-cafe-430532 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Clover-kava-cafe-430532 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Clover-kava-cafe-430532 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Clover-kava-cafe-430532 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
Clover-kava-cafe-430532 Brand Name: (Lot #:) 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing
Mar-and-tierra-mfd7451073 Brand Name: (Lot #:) FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food…

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New Smyrna Beach FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations

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New Smyrna Beach Retail Food Chains (FDACS)

ChainLocationsStop-Sale OrdersCitations
Walgreens 2 1 743
7-Eleven 2 84 2,422
Dollar General 2 57 2,871
Starbucks 2 77 1,170
Circle K 1 102 1,574
Publix 1 30 875
Wawa 1 14 430
Aldi 1 2 310

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New Smyrna Beach: Notable Restaurants

New Smyrna Beach: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)

ChainLocationsViolationsClosures
McDonalds 3 177 0
Wendys 2 195 0
Dunkin 2 67 0
Hampton Inn 1 48 0
Playa Bowls 1 100 0
Taco Bell 1 69 0
Beef O Bradys 1 319 0
Dairy Queen 1 37 0
Panera Bread 1 31 0
Subway 1 45 0

New Smyrna Beach Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in New Smyrna Beach?
New Smyrna Beach, Florida has 194 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in New Smyrna Beach?
The current pass rate for food establishments in New Smyrna Beach is 82.1%. The Florida state average is 86%.
How many restaurants were shut down in New Smyrna Beach this year?
4 food establishments in New Smyrna Beach have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
What are the most common health violations in New Smyrna Beach?
The most frequently cited violations in New Smyrna Beach are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Food contact surfaces.
Which restaurant chain has the most locations in New Smyrna Beach?
McDonalds has the most locations in New Smyrna Beach with 3 establishments.
What was the most recent restaurant closure in New Smyrna Beach?
Sopotnicks Cabbage Patch in New Smyrna Beach was shut down on March 25, 2026 for rodent activity.
How does New Smyrna Beach compare to the Florida state average?
New Smyrna Beach has a pass rate of 82.1%, which is 3.9 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in New Smyrna Beach?
Food establishments in New Smyrna Beach have an average of 17.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in New Smyrna Beach been assessed?
Food establishments in New Smyrna Beach have been assessed $83,070 in fines across 204 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $433 and the largest single fine was $2,000.
How many fire safety violations have been found in New Smyrna Beach restaurants?
105 fire safety violations have been documented across 39 food establishments in New Smyrna Beach. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in New Smyrna Beach inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. New Smyrna Beach, Florida has 56 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 104 inspections on record.
How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in New Smyrna Beach?
FDACS has issued 8 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in New Smyrna Beach. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.

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New Smyrna Beach Restaurants & Food Establishments (192)

Ocean Breeze Bar & Grill 1 closure

521 FLAGLER AVE, New Smyrna Beach

15 inspections · 138 violations · Last: May 2026

Half Wall #3 1 closure

1889 STATE ROAD 44, New Smyrna Beach

23 inspections · 132 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Smyrna Yacht Club 1 closure

1201 S RIVERSIDE DR, New Smyrna Beach

31 inspections · 106 violations · Last: May 2026

New Smyrna Lanes 1 closure

185 N CAUSEWAY, New Smyrna Beach

25 inspections · 87 violations · Last: May 2026

Sopotnicks Cabbage Patch 1 closure

549 TOMOKA FARMS RD, New Smyrna Beach

8 inspections · 78 violations · Last: Mar 2026

Garlic Main Kitchen

556 E 3 AVE, New Smyrna Beach

49 inspections · 499 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's

1414 S ATLANTIC AVE, New Smyrna Beach

46 inspections · 445 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Joy Luck Garden

1918 SR 44, New Smyrna Beach

27 inspections · 444 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Merk's Bar & Grill

193 N CAUSEWAY, New Smyrna Beach

45 inspections · 404 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Norwoods Restaurant

400 2 AVE, New Smyrna Beach

50 inspections · 380 violations · Last: May 2026

Off the Hook Raw Bar and Grill

747 E THIRD AVE, New Smyrna Beach

39 inspections · 376 violations · Last: May 2026

Panda Buffet

1841 SR 44, New Smyrna Beach

41 inspections · 348 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Panheads Pizzeria

113 S ORANGE ST, New Smyrna Beach

39 inspections · 343 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Beef O Bradys

1610 S DIXIE FWY, New Smyrna Beach

33 inspections · 319 violations · Last: Aug 2025

Outriggers Tiki Bar & Grille

300 BOATYARD ST, New Smyrna Beach

39 inspections · 294 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Beacon Restaurant

416 FLAGLER AVE, New Smyrna Beach

38 inspections · 290 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Izzys Island Tacos and Ice Cream

3600 S ATLANTIC AVE, New Smyrna Beach

33 inspections · 271 violations · Last: May 2026

Tayton Obrians

410 FLAGLER AVE, New Smyrna Beach

37 inspections · 258 violations · Last: Apr 2026

Cs Waffles

4166 S ATLANTIC AVE, New Smyrna Beach

37 inspections · 254 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ruthy's Kozy Kitchen

618 W CANAL ST, New Smyrna Beach

33 inspections · 253 violations · Last: Apr 2026