Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach
Last inspected:
193 N Causeway, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach has accumulated 393 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,320 in fines, with the largest penalty reaching $800. Recent inspection activity shows a pattern of warnings and compliance callbacks from February through December 2025, with recurring violations for consumer advisories, ventilation issues, and exterior protection gaps.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
9
violations / inspection
9 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
Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,320.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2024065276 | $400.00 | Aug 23, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2024010480 | $800.00 | Jan 16, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2022024767 | $120.00 | Mar 7, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 10 inspections69 violations · 40 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections40 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections39 violations · 29 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections39 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections20 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach last inspected?
- Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach had?
- Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach find?
- Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach was most recently inspected on April 20, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,320.00 in fines.
- How much has Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach been fined?
- Merk's Bar & Grill in New Smyrna Beach has been fined a total of $1,320.00 across 3 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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