Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange
Last inspected:
3400 S Nova Rd, Port Orange, FL 32129Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange was emergency-closed on March 16, 2021 for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 228 violations across 35 inspections, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring, particularly employee health reporting violations cited in 8 of the past 8 recent inspections, handwashing and hand-washing facility violations appearing in 6 of 8 recent inspections, and chemical storage violations documented in every inspection since May 2023. Management awareness violations were cited in 5 of the past 8 inspections. The facility has sustained 5 disciplinary actions totaling $2,660 in fines. Fire safety issues documented in prior years included a propane tank larger than code-allowed capacity stored inside the building in March 2021 and scorch marks around an electrical outlet in February 2016. The most recent inspection on July 22, 2025 resulted in 24 violations including 4 high-priority findings (management awareness, consumer advisory, chemical storage, and employee health reporting) with disposition Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Most recent closure: March 16, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange: Comparison to Volusia County Averages
This Facility
6.7
violations / inspection
6.7 violations per inspection
Volusia County Avg
5.87
violations / inspection
5.87 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Volusia County Avg
0.18
closures / facility
0.18 county average
Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange: Emergency Closure History (1)
Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $2,660.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021013309 | $800.00 | Mar 16, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2019020082 | $400.00 | Mar 4, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 4--2019001983 | $400.00 | Nov 7, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2015032361 | $700.00 | Apr 22, 2015 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 4--2015007376 | $360.00 | Dec 30, 2014 | Fort Lauderdale |
Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
4 propane tanks stored inside, manager removed.
-manager stated temporarily moved inside after recent theft. **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 47-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Over freezer in kitchen.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange last inspected?
- Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange last shut down?
- Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange was last shut down on March 16, 2021 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange?
- The most frequently cited violations at Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange had?
- Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange find?
- Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange was most recently inspected on April 24, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange ever been shut down?
- Yes, Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- 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.
- Has Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,660.00 in fines.
- How much has Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange been fined?
- Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange has been fined a total of $2,660.00 across 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Doghouse Bar & Grill in Port Orange operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Roadside Tavern (2016), The Doghouse Bar & Grill (2021).
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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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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