Volusia County — Food Safety Records
Volusia County, Florida has 1293 food establishments with 28,967 inspections on record. 30 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.1%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Mama Kitchen in Daytona Beach, shut down July 30, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $2,000 assessed to Grille at Riverview in New Smyrna Bch on May 4, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Volusia County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Volusia County
88.1%
Pass Rate
88.1%
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
2.32
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.32
Florida Average
2.02
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.02
Volusia County Restaurants: Recent Closures (9)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| McKenna's Place Seafood Sports and Spirits | Port Orange | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Orange Social | Orange City | Rodent & fly activity | |
| Ichi Ni San | Daytona Beach | Rodent activity | |
| Cooks Buffet Cafe Bakery | Deland | Roach activity |
Volusia County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| River Grille LLC | Ormond Beach | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Waffle House #558 | Daytona Beach | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Ihop Restaurant #36-221 | Daytona Beach | 10 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Red Lobster #0071 | Daytona Beach | 9 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Chicken Salad Chick | Ormond Beach | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Moe's Southwest Grill #33 | Ormond Beach | 1 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| 4rivers Smokehouse | Daytona Beach | 7 | Call Back - Extension given, pending | |
| Mikes Galley Restaurant | Daytona Beach Shores | 13 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Longhorn Steakhouse #5653 | Orange City | 5 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Botanas Las Delicias, LLC | Deland | 10 (4 high) | Warning Issued |
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 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Joy Luck Buffet | $1,200 | 4--2025051654 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina | $800 | 4--2025048104 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina | $800 | 4--2026006411 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Iron Axe Bar & Grill, INC. | $800 | 4--2026007671 |
| Oct 13, 2025 | Osaka Sushi and Hibachi | $800 | 4--2025070131 |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Jan & Lib's Hi-tops | $800 | 4--2025054603 |
| Jun 4, 2026 | Jan & Lib's Hi-tops | $800 | 4--2026007394 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Salsa's Mexican Restaurant of Port Orange | $800 | 4--2026016395 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | Strouds Hog Heaven | $800 | 4--2025070200 |
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
68 inspections
498 violations
10 closures
Chases on the Beach
57 inspections
393 violations
7 closures
Peggys Country Kitchen
56 inspections
684 violations
5 closures
La Fiesta Cantina
73 inspections
568 violations
Jan & Lib's Hi-tops
64 inspections
382 violations
4 closures
Rudy's Bar Grill,
2 inspections
4 violations
Volusia County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 24 | 1,537 | 0 |
| Subway | 23 | 1,215 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 18 | 916 | 1 |
| Taco Bell | 14 | 1,496 | 2 |
| Wendys | 14 | 1,605 | 0 |
| Burger King | 12 | 1,576 | 2 |
| Chipotle | 8 | 394 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 8 | 965 | 1 |
| Holiday Inn | 7 | 726 | 1 |
| Jersey Mikes | 7 | 575 | 0 |
Volusia County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Volusia County?
- Volusia County, Florida has 1293 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 88.1%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Volusia County this year?
- 30 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?
- Mama Kitchen in Daytona Beach was shut down on July 30, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Volusia County compare to the Florida state average?
- Volusia County has a pass rate of 88.1%, which is 2.4 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 22.4 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 $319,205 in fines across 850 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 (1,285)
Tailgatorz Sports Bar and Grill 1 closure
3411 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, Edgewater
42 inspections · 303 violations · Last: Jul 2026Steve's Famous Diner 1 closure
2011 NORTH ATLANTIC AVENUE, Daytona Beach
30 inspections · 303 violations · Last: Jul 2026Holiday Inn Daytona Beach Lpga Blvd 1 closure
137 AUTOMALL CIR, Daytona Beach
38 inspections · 297 violations · Last: Jul 2026Spott 1 closure
424 CANAL ST, New Smyrna Beach
36 inspections · 293 violations · Last: Jun 2026Table 1 closure
100 E NEW YORK AVE STE 100, Deland
34 inspections · 290 violations · Last: Mar 2026Punk Rock Pizza 1 closure
821 MAIN ST, Daytona
35 inspections · 278 violations · Last: May 2026Stewie's Pizza 1 closure
2120 SAXON BLVD SUITE 206A, Deltona
39 inspections · 277 violations · Last: Apr 2026Goodrich Seafood & Oyster House 1 closure
253 RIVER RD, Oak Hill
40 inspections · 276 violations · Last: Apr 2026Laspada's Original 1 closure
2200 NORTH VOLUSIA AVENUE, Orange City
39 inspections · 273 violations · Last: Aug 2026Corleone's Famous New York Pizza and Gyros 1 closure
505 WHITE ST, Daytona Beach
23 inspections · 270 violations · Last: Apr 2026Wake Up Cafe 1 closure
749 E 3 ST, New Smyrna Beach
41 inspections · 270 violations · Last: May 2026Cicis Pizza 1 closure
2448 VOLUSIA AVE, Orange City
31 inspections · 263 violations · Last: May 2026Daytona Diner 1 closure
2043 S ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach Shores
32 inspections · 261 violations · Last: Jun 2026Am Cafe of Edgewater 1 closure
1401 S RIDGEWOOD AVE STE 1, Edgewater
40 inspections · 260 violations · Last: Feb 2026China Wok Zz 1 closure
1435 S. NOVA RD, Daytona Beach
34 inspections · 258 violations · Last: Mar 2026Monkey Morning Cafe 1 closure
1435 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, Daytona Beach
33 inspections · 256 violations · Last: Jul 2026Dairy Queen of South Daytona 1 closure
2270 RIDGEWOOD AVE, South Daytona
43 inspections · 255 violations · Last: Jul 2026Ocean Deck Restaurant 1 closure
127 S OCEAN AVENUE, Daytona Beach
35 inspections · 244 violations · Last: Mar 2026Doghouse Bar & Grill 1 closure
3400 S NOVA RD, Port Orange
36 inspections · 242 violations · Last: Apr 2026Mr Dunderbaks 1 closure
1700 W INTL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Daytona Bch
37 inspections · 234 violations · Last: Nov 2025