Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona

Last inspected:

2033 Anastasia Dr, South Daytona, FL 32119
Overview

Handy Stop Food Store, a vended water operation in South Daytona, has been inspected three times since July 2023. The facility received citations for operating without a valid food permit in May 2024 (due to permit expiration and non-payment) and again in January 2026 after submitting a new permit application. The January 2026 inspection noted that the application remained incomplete pending satisfaction of permitting requirements under Rule 5K-4.020, F.A.C., and warned that failure to meet all requirements could result in permit denial and administrative penalties up to $5,000 and suspension of food activities. An inspection in July 2023 found no violations.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

3FDACS Insp.
2Violations

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Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona: FDACS Inspection History (3)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: ROBERT SMITH, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12, F.S., 5K-4.020(2), F.A.C. The food establishment shall complete the permitting process within 10 days. Contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 for further assistance.Repeat
The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. An application for a food permit has been submitted. The Food Establishment shall remit payment of appropriate fee within 10 days. F.A.C.500.12(1)(a)F.S., 5K-4.020(4)(b)
— 1 inspection
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit; Focused Inspection· 1 violation· Operating Without Permit

Inspector: MARIA JOHNSON, OPS REGULATORY PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Comments: 23/24 permit expired, non payment

Good Retail Practice Violations

99 Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. 500.12(1)(a), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C. o
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: ROBERT SMITH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

Person in charge: CHEYANNE

Comments: A copy of this report has been provided to the person in charge of the food establishment and will be available online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov/Reports/SearchFoodEntity.aspx . CHEYANNE, PERMIT MANAGER ROBERT SMITH, SENIOR SANITATION AND SAFETY SPECIALIST

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona last inspected?
Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 14, 2026. Inspection type: Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection.
How many inspections has Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona had?
Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona find?
Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 14, 2026 (Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Met Sanitation Inspection).
Has Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Handy Stop Food Store in South Daytona has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.

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