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
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
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 |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Iron Axe Bar & Grill, INC. | $800 | 4--2026007671 |
| Oct 13, 2025 | Osaka Sushi and Hibachi | $800 | 4--2025070131 |
| 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 |
| May 18, 2026 | Stoner's Pizza Joint Daytona | $800 | 4--2025088474 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Wake Up Cafe | $800 | 4--2025090672 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Strouds Hog Heaven | $800 | 4--2025056747 |
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)
McSorley's on New York 1 closure
1204 E NEW YORK AVE, Deland
16 inspections · 101 violations · Last: Mar 2026Arby's 1 closure
1800 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, Daytona Beach
24 inspections · 99 violations · Last: Mar 2026Dunkin' Donuts 1 closure
499 HOWLAND BLVD, Deltona
19 inspections · 93 violations · Last: Jul 2025Fletcher's Irish Pub and Brewery 1 closure
745 RIDGEWOOD AVE, Holly Hill
14 inspections · 88 violations · Last: Oct 2025New Smyrna Lanes 1 closure
185 N CAUSEWAY, New Smyrna Beach
25 inspections · 87 violations · Last: May 2026Urban Soul Daiquiris & Wingz 1 closure
601 MAIN ST, Daytona Beach
12 inspections · 83 violations · Last: Jul 2026Elusive Grape 1 closure
129 N WOODLAND BLVD, Deland
26 inspections · 81 violations · Last: Jul 2026Sopotnicks Cabbage Patch 1 closure
549 TOMOKA FARMS RD, New Smyrna Beach
10 inspections · 80 violations · Last: May 2026Subway 1 closure
3174 S ATLANTIC AVE- STE- E, Daytona Beach Shores
19 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Jan 2026Papa John's Pizza #1003 1 closure
30 S ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach
19 inspections · 69 violations · Last: Dec 2025Quality Inn Ormond Beach-daytona 1 closure
175 INTERCHANGE BLVD, Ormond Beach
21 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Jun 2026Baymont Inn 1 closure
2725 INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Daytona Beach
25 inspections · 59 violations · Last: Nov 2025Preserve at Turnbull Bay 1 closure
2600 TURNBULL ESTATES DR BLDG B, New Smyrna Beach
9 inspections · 28 violations · Last: Jul 2026Discount Liquor/ Buzzards Roost Bar 1 closure
2748 ELKCAM BLVD UNIT 9-10, Deltona
10 inspections · 22 violations · Last: Jan 2026Crab Stop II
933 INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Daytona Beach
51 inspections · 643 violations · Last: Aug 2026Wing Island
2721 W INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Daytona Beach
47 inspections · 603 violations · Last: Jun 2026La Fiesta Cantina
3785 S NOVA RD, Port Orange
73 inspections · 568 violations · Last: Feb 2026Grille at Riverview
101 FLAGLER AVE, New Smyrna Bch
53 inspections · 537 violations · Last: Jun 2026Red Bowl Asian Bistro
1482 W GRANADA BLVD STE 615, Ormond Beach
35 inspections · 536 violations · Last: Jul 2026Asahi Japanese Restaurant
2424 SOUTH VOLUSIA AVE, Orange City
35 inspections · 530 violations · Last: Apr 2026