How many health inspections has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 had?

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 ever been shut down?

No, MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34?

The most frequently cited violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

SEWAGE EXPOSURE: Improper sewage disposal creates risk of fecal contamination throughout the facility. Raw sewage contains billions of pathogens per liter including Norovirus, Hepatitis A, pathogenic E. coli, Campylobacter, and parasites. Sewage backup in food areas requires immediate closure and extensive decontamination. Groundwater contamination affects entire communities. All sewage and waste water must be disposed through approved sanitary sewer or private system. No direct connections between sewage lines and water supply. Grease traps must be maintained and cleaned regularly. Floor drains must function properly. Report sewage backups immediately and cease food operations until resolved.

What does Florida violation V33 (Proper cooling equipment) mean?

TEMPERATURE FAILURE: Inadequate cooling equipment cannot maintain required temperatures, allowing food to enter the danger zone (41-135°F). Overloaded or malfunctioning refrigeration allows slow temperature rise that promotes bacterial growth. Clostridium botulinum grows in improperly refrigerated vacuum-packed foods. Equipment failure during busy periods creates mass food safety risk. Provide sufficient refrigeration and cooling capacity for the volume of food prepared. Monitor equipment temperatures at least daily. Maintain and repair equipment promptly. Do not overload refrigeration units (maintain air circulation). Use ambient temperature thermometers in all cooling equipment. Have backup plans for equipment failure.

What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?

CONTAMINATION RISK: Reusing single-use items (gloves, cups, utensils, foil) that were designed for one use creates contamination pathways. Single-use gloves develop micro-tears during use, becoming bacterial incubators. Reused single-use containers lose structural integrity, leaking contaminated liquids. Single-use utensils cannot be properly sanitized between uses. Single-use articles (gloves, cups, lids, foil, plastic wrap, straws, stirrers, paper napkins) must be used once and discarded. Do not wash and reuse. Store in original packaging to prevent contamination. Dispense in sanitary manner. Use food-grade single-use items only.

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34

1812 DUNLAWTON AVE, Port Orange, FL 32127

Volusia County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: STERLING RESTAURANTS LLC · License: SEA7407199

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 in Port Orange, FL has 23 inspections on record with 95 total violations (4.1 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

23Inspections

95Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 22, 2025

Inspection History (23)

Apr 22, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

Dec 6, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 22, 2023 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 21, 2023 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V42 Equipment condition

Jan 31, 2023 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V05 Handwashing procedures

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Aug 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Mar 28, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V47 Wall/ceiling maintenance

V50 Adequate lighting

Dec 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 2, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Aug 14, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Dec 12, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 16, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Feb 25, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Aug 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Aug 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

May 30, 2018 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 30, 2018 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 21, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 25, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V22 Consumer advisory

Aug 5, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Volusia County average of 0.13 closures per facility. It has averaged 4.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.15.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 had?: MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 ever been shut down?: No, MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34?: The most frequently cited violations at MOE'S SOUTHWEST GRILL # 34 are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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.

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