Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach

Last inspected:

715 Canal St, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168
Overview

On September 17, 2025, Clover Kava & Cafe was issued five stop-sale orders for container requirements violations under FS 500 and FAC 5K-4. Four orders required the voluntary destruction of products by the establishment, witnessed by an inspector. A fifth order issued under FS 581.217(7)(e) for distribution, retail sale, and advertising violations was also voluntarily destroyed under inspector supervision. The same inspection date documented a live animal on the premises with exception conditions not met under FDA Food Code 6-5. A focused inspection on March 10, 2026 found zero violations, with the inspector noting that prior concerns had been discussed with the person in charge.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
5Violations
5Stop-Sale Orders

Last inspected FDACS:

Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: KEVIN ROWLANDS, SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Comments: The concerns listed in the complaint were discussed with the person in charge.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 5 violations· 5 stop-sale orders· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: ROBERT SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Trainee present during inspection. All violations verified by primary inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

71 Hemp or Hemp Extract intended for Human Consumption sold or distributed in a container that is not compliant with ASTM International D3475-20, Standard Classification of Child Resistant Packages, because the container does not meet one or more of the descriptions of child-resistant packages set out in Table 1 therein. 5K-4.034(6)(j), F.A.C.
Food service: Canned drinks with 5 servings not able to re sealed to meet child resistant requirements. o
77 Distribution or sale of a hemp extract that is attractive to children in violation of s. 581.217(7)(e), F.S. The hemp extract product, is in the shape of humans, cartoons, or animals.
Food entity: Hemp gummies labeled with cartoon monkey on labeling. o

Good Retail Practice Violations

6-501.11 Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf
Food entity: Live pet observed on the premises.
6-501.11 Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
Backroom: Standing water on floor by the ice machine.
99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.
Food entity: The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. F.A.C.500.12(1)(a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b) o Print Date: 9/17/2025 Page 1 of 2 A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.

Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER

Reason: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE

Reason: 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

Lot: Number of Packages:

Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:

Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.

Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (5)

Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.

FDACS stop-sale and stop-use orders for Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach
DateOrder TypeProductBrand/LotReason
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
STOP SALE ORDER Number of Packages: FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE Number of Packages: 581.217(7)(e), F.S.* Distribution/Retail Sale and Advertising/Marketing

Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach last inspected?
Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on March 10, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach had?
Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach find?
Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach was most recently inspected by FDACS on March 10, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
Yes, Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach has 5 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
What are the most common violations at Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Clover Kava & Cafe in New Smyrna Beach are: 6-501.11: Live animal allowed on the premises and exception conditions specified in the Food Code not met. 6-501.115 Pf; 6-501.11: Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11.

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