Volusia County — Food Safety Records
Volusia County, Florida has 1348 food establishments with 29,492 inspections on record. 29 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 87.9%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Parched Oak in Deland, shut down September 15, 2026 for rodent activity.
Largest fine: $2,000 assessed to Grille at Riverview in New Smyrna Bch on May 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Volusia County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Volusia County
87.9%
Pass Rate
87.9%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Volusia County
5.9
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.9
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Volusia County
2.15
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.15
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Volusia County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parched Oak | Deland | Rodent activity | |
| Thaiwoodhouse | Ormond Beach | Roach activity | |
| La Fiesta Cantina | Port Orange | Roach activity | |
| Kings Pizza | Daytona Beach | Roach activity | |
| Orange Social | Orange City | Rodent, Roach & Fly activity | |
| Mama Kitchen | Daytona Beach | Roach activity | |
| Urban Soul Daiquiris & Wingz | Daytona Beach | Roach activity | |
| Jan & Lib's Hi-tops | Edgewater | Rodent activity | |
| Preserve at Turnbull Bay | New Smyrna Beach | No warewashing facilities | |
| Macker Seafood | Daytona Beach | Rodent activity |
Volusia County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical Gourmet | Daytona Beach | 11 (3 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Grand China | Deland | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Complied | |
| Porkie's of Deland BBQ | Deland | 11 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Urban Brick | Deland | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Wok City | Edgewater | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Club at Venetian Bay | New Smyrna Beach | 5 (2 high) | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Fancy Q Sushi and Thai | Daytona Beach | 11 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fresh Guacamole Tequila & Bar | Ormond Beach | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Subway 694 | Daytona Beach | 5 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Arepita Beach | Daytona Beach | 6 | Call Back - Extension given, pending |
Volusia County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 322,125 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 282,471 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 266,964 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 261,733 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 253,592 |
Volusia County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2026 | Grille at Riverview | $2,000 | 4--2025090543 |
| Aug 28, 2026 | Boothill Saloon | $1,200 | 4--2026013530 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Joy Luck Buffet | $1,200 | 4--2025051654 |
| Aug 31, 2026 | La Strega Bistro | $800 | 4--2026023113 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Crab Stop II | $800 | 4--2025074489 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Strouds Hog Heaven | $800 | 4--2025070200 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Strouds Hog Heaven | $800 | 4--2025056747 |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Jan & Lib's Hi-tops | $800 | 4--2026007394 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Iron Axe Bar & Grill, INC. | $800 | 4--2026007671 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina | $800 | 4--2025048104 |
Volusia County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 325 |
| Other fire safety violation | 202 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 132 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 117 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 66 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 38 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 2 |
Volusia County: Notable Restaurants
Parched Oak
72 inspections
519 violations
11 closures
Chases on the Beach
57 inspections
393 violations
7 closures
Uncle Chickens of Edgewater
57 inspections
684 violations
5 closures
La Fiesta Cantina
77 inspections
590 violations
1 closures
Jan & Lib's Hi-tops
66 inspections
390 violations
4 closures
Hampton Inn
20 inspections
37 violations
Volusia County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 24 | 1,567 | 0 |
| Subway | 23 | 1,237 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 18 | 935 | 1 |
| Wendys | 14 | 1,621 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 14 | 1,523 | 2 |
| Burger King | 12 | 1,580 | 2 |
| Chipotle | 8 | 398 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 8 | 987 | 1 |
| Hampton Inn | 7 | 392 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 7 | 729 | 1 |
Volusia County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Volusia County?
- Volusia County, Florida has 1348 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Volusia County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Volusia County is 87.9%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Volusia County this year?
- 29 food establishments in Volusia County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Volusia County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Volusia County are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Volusia County?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Volusia County with 24 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Volusia County?
- Parched Oak in Deland was shut down on September 15, 2026 for rodent activity.
- How does Volusia County compare to the Florida state average?
- Volusia County has a pass rate of 87.9%, which is 2.2 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.9 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Volusia County?
- Food establishments in Volusia County have an average of 21.9 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Volusia County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Volusia County have been assessed $325,265 in fines across 867 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $391 and the largest single fine was $3,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Volusia County restaurants?
- 882 fire safety violations have been documented across 363 food establishments in Volusia County. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
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Volusia County Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,344)
Parched Oak 11 closures
145 N WOODLAND BLVD, Deland
72 inspections · 519 violations · Last: Sep 2026Chases on the Beach 7 closures
3401 S ATLANTIC AVE, New Smyrna Beach
57 inspections · 393 violations · Last: May 2026Uncle Chickens of Edgewater 5 closures
2100 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, Edgewater
57 inspections · 684 violations · Last: Aug 2026Oudom 5 closures
217-B N WOODLAND BLVD, Deland
51 inspections · 478 violations · Last: Aug 2026Jan & Lib's Hi-tops 4 closures
319 N RIDGEWOOD AVE, Edgewater
66 inspections · 390 violations · Last: Sep 2026Oak Table Family Diner 4 closures
351 N US 1, Oak Hill
49 inspections · 323 violations · Last: Aug 2026Kultcha Shack LLC 4 closures
322 SEABREEZE BLVD, Daytona Beach
26 inspections · 250 violations · Last: Aug 2026Strouds Hog Heaven 4 closures
37 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach
34 inspections · 204 violations · Last: May 2026Daytona Taproom 3 closures
310 SEABREEZE BLVD, Daytona Beach
54 inspections · 585 violations · Last: Sep 2026Webber's Steakhouse & Sushi 3 closures
2017 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, South Daytona
49 inspections · 576 violations · Last: Apr 2026Cove Tiki Deck 3 closures
790 S ATLANTIC AVE, Ormond Beach
43 inspections · 556 violations · Last: May 2026Touch of Italy INC 3 closures
4198 S ATLANTIC AVENUE, New Smyrna Beach
50 inspections · 406 violations · Last: Apr 2026Iron Axe Bar & Grill, INC. 3 closures
2842 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, South Daytona
50 inspections · 378 violations · Last: Jun 2026Beachside Pizza 3 closures
3318 S ATLANTIC AVE, New Smyrna Beach
43 inspections · 337 violations · Last: Jul 2026Eats & Sweets by Micheal LLC 3 closures
2487 S VOLUSIA AVE #101, Orange City
39 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Sep 2026La Strega Bistro 3 closures
275 S CHARLES RICHARD BEALL BLVD, Debary
46 inspections · 280 violations · Last: Sep 2026River Deck Restaurant 3 closures
107 N RIVERSIDE DR, New Smyrna Beach
33 inspections · 259 violations · Last: Sep 2026Da Kine Hawaiian Poke 3 closures
216 FLAGLER AVE, New Smyrna Beach
42 inspections · 172 violations · Last: Apr 2026Venemex 2 closures
201 SEABREEZE BLVD, Daytona Beach
46 inspections · 598 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sicily Pizza 2 closures
20 S ATLANTIC AVE STE B, Daytona Beach
48 inspections · 590 violations · Last: Aug 2026