Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach
Last inspected:
1414 S Atlantic Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169Costa del Sol Cantina in New Smyrna Beach has accumulated 445 violations across 46 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.7 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with inspectors issuing warnings and conducting follow-up inspections at least four times annually in recent years. Top violations involve consumer advisories, employee health reporting, and clean multi-use utensils. The facility faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $200 fine.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
9.7
violations / inspection
9.7 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
Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023026860 | $200.00 | Mar 14, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (46)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections36 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 7 inspections46 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections40 violations · 27 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach last inspected?
- Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach are: Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach had?
- Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach has had 46 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach find?
- Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $200.00 in fines.
- How much has Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach been fined?
- Costa Del Sol Cantina / Bender's in New Smyrna Beach has been fined a total of $200.00 across 1 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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