How many health inspections has GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE had?

GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE ever been shut down?

Yes, GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE?

The most frequently cited violations at GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Management awareness.

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 V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE

501 CANAL ST, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

Volusia County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE LLC · License: SEA7407234

GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE in New Smyrna Beach, FL has 27 inspections on record with 223 total violations (8.3 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

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Data current as of July 17, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jul 17, 2025	Roach activity	16:30:00
Jan 6, 2021	Rodent activity	16:33:00

Inspection History (27)

Mar 26, 2025 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

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