Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet
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4894 Front St, Ponce Inlet, FL 32127Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet has recorded 13 inspections with 53 total violations, averaging 4.1 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been a consistent pattern, appearing in 8 of the last 5 inspections with particular focus on employee health policies, handwashing compliance, approved food sources, and allergen awareness. The most recent inspection on November 10, 2025 documented 12 violations including multiple high-priority findings related to approved food sources and allergen awareness, but was completed with no further action required. A prior inspection on June 16, 2025 resulted in an administrative complaint recommendation after identifying 7 high-priority violations including management awareness, chemical storage, handwashing, and employee health reporting concerns. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet last inspected?
- Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet?
- The most frequently cited violations at Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet are: Proper ventilation, Approved food source, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet had?
- Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet find?
- Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet ever been shut down?
- No, Down the Hatch in Ponce Inlet has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
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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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