Volusia County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Volusia County, Florida has 2218 food establishments with 28,234 inspections on record. 27 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 88.6%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 5.9 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Checkers #6322 in Deland, shut down April 29, 2026 for sewage back up.
Largest fine: $2,750 assessed to Stoner's Pizza Joint Daytona in Daytona Beach on September 23, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parched Oak | Deland | 67 | 490 | 10 |
| Chases on the Beach | New Smyrna Beach | 57 | 393 | 7 |
| Peggys Country Kitchen | Edgewater | 56 | 684 | 5 |
| Oudom | Deland | 50 | 462 | 5 |
| Oak Table Family Diner | Oak Hill | 48 | 314 | 4 |
Volusia County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Volusia County
88.6%
Pass Rate
88.6%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Volusia County
5.9
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.9
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Volusia County
1.22
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.22
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Volusia County Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Checkers #6322 | Deland | Sewage back up | |
| Daytona Taproom | Daytona Beach | Rodent activity | |
| Quality Inn Ormond Beach-daytona | Ormond Beach | No handwashing sink | |
| 3five Bistro & Wine Bar | Daytona Beach | Rodent activity | |
| Iron Axe Bar & Grill, INC. | South Daytona | Rodent activity | |
| Sopotnicks Cabbage Patch | New Smyrna Beach | Rodent activity | |
| Club at Pelican Bay North | Daytona Beach | Rodent activity | |
| River Deck Restaurant | New Smyrna Beach | Roach activity | |
| Webber's Steakhouse & Sushi | South Daytona | Rodent activity | |
| Salsa's Mexican Restaurant of Port Orange | Port Orange | Roach activity |
Volusia County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yacht Club Bar & Loung | New Smyrna Beach | 8 (3 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Jerry's Sports Bar & Lounge | Ponce Inlet | 2 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Jerry's Sports Bar & Lounge | Ponce Inlet | 11 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Prestwick Golf Club | Ormond Bch | 4 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Smyrna Yacht Club | New Smyrna Beach | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Plantation Bay Country Club | Ormond Beach | 1 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Molly Browns | Daytona Beach | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Burger King | Orange City | 8 | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Wendy's 13306 | New Smyrna Beach | 1 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Victoria 1883 | New Smyrna Beach | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 23, 2025 | Stoner's Pizza Joint Daytona | $2,750 | 4--2025042410 |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Joy Luck Buffet | $1,200 | 4--2025051654 |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Peppers Mexican Grill and Cantina | $800 | 4--2026006411 |
| Oct 13, 2025 | Osaka Sushi and Hibachi | $800 | 4--2025070131 |
| Aug 13, 2025 | Jan & Lib's Hi-tops | $800 | 4--2025054603 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | Salsa's Mexican Restaurant of Port Orange | $800 | 4--2026016395 |
| Jul 21, 2025 | Captain's Bar & Grille | $800 | 4--2025007885 |
| Jan 15, 2026 | Wake Up Cafe | $800 | 4--2025090672 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Wake Up Cafe | $800 | 4--2025051528 |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Crab Stop II | $800 | 4--2025074489 |
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 Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Volusia County has 944 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,961 inspections on record and 2,437 stop-sale orders issued.
Volusia County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key-food-supermarket-372874 | Daytona Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending… | |
| Key-food-supermarket-372874 | Daytona Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Ridgewood-sunoco-mart-428042 | Holly Hill | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Preventing Contamination By Hands: … | |
| Gentlemans-draw-edgewater-415997 | Edgewater | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis Comment… | |
| Gentlemans-draw-edgewater-415997 | Edgewater | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Certificate of Analysis Comment… | |
| Fujisan-sushi-34896 | Holly Hill | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling Comments: When correct… | |
| Key-food-supermarket-372874 | Daytona Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key-food-supermarket-372874 | Daytona Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key-food-supermarket-372874 | Daytona Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Pro… | |
| Key-food-supermarket-372874 | Daytona Beach | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Time/Temperature Control for Sa… |
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Volusia County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Volusia County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 22 | 57 | 2,871 |
| 7-Eleven | 20 | 84 | 2,422 |
| Circle K | 20 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Publix | 18 | 30 | 875 |
| Dollar Tree | 16 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Walgreens | 15 | 1 | 743 |
| Starbucks | 13 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Aldi | 13 | 2 | 310 |
Volusia County: Notable Restaurants
Parched Oak
67 inspections
490 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
61 inspections
368 violations
3 closures
Club at Pelican Bay North
23 inspections
129 violations
1 closures
Volusia County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 24 | 1,522 | 0 |
| Subway | 23 | 1,177 | 2 |
| Dunkin | 18 | 901 | 1 |
| Wendys | 14 | 1,581 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 14 | 1,476 | 2 |
| Burger King | 12 | 1,534 | 2 |
| Chipotle | 8 | 377 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 8 | 947 | 1 |
| Hampton Inn | 7 | 380 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 7 | 705 | 1 |
Volusia County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Volusia County?
- Volusia County, Florida has 2218 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 88.6%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Volusia County this year?
- 27 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?
- Checkers #6322 in Deland was shut down on April 29, 2026 for sewage back up.
- How does Volusia County compare to the Florida state average?
- Volusia County has a pass rate of 88.6%, which is 2.6 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 5.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Volusia County?
- Food establishments in Volusia County have an average of 12.7 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 $332,335 in fines across 890 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $389 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Volusia County inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Volusia County, Florida has 944 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,961 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Volusia County?
- FDACS has issued 2,437 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Volusia County, including 148 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Volusia County Restaurants & Food Establishments (2,199)
Deland Stockyard
1915 OLD NEW YORK AVE, Deland
38 inspections · 432 violations · Last: Mar 2026Garcias Mexican Grill
1498 S WOODLAND BLVD, Deland
36 inspections · 428 violations · Last: Jan 2026Los Dos Compadres Mexican Restaurant
549 E INTERNATIONAL SPEEDWAY BLVD, Deland
35 inspections · 424 violations · Last: Mar 2026Fresh Guacamole Tequila & Bar
1930 W GRANADA BLVD STE 6, Ormond Beach
35 inspections · 418 violations · Last: Mar 2026Captain Pizza and Grill
701 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach
35 inspections · 417 violations · Last: Jan 2026El Tequilas Authentic Mexican Restaurant
1784 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, South Daytona
45 inspections · 416 violations · Last: Apr 2026McKenna's Place Seafood Sports and Spirits
3781 S NOVA ROAD, Port Orange
39 inspections · 414 violations · Last: Jan 2026McK's Tavern
218 S BEACH ST, Daytona Beach
40 inspections · 412 violations · Last: Apr 2026Merk's Bar & Grill
193 N CAUSEWAY, New Smyrna Beach
45 inspections · 404 violations · Last: Apr 2026Beef O Brady's
2160 HOWLAND BLVD STE 104, Deltona
39 inspections · 400 violations · Last: Mar 2026Asian Saucebox
5535 S WILLIAMSON BLVD UNIT 652, Port Orange
35 inspections · 396 violations · Last: Mar 2026Gram's Kitchen O.c.
1501 S VOLUSIA AVENUE, Orange City
37 inspections · 394 violations · Last: Apr 2026Hot Wok
345 W GRANADA BLVD, Ormond Beach
29 inspections · 390 violations · Last: Jan 2026China King Deltona INC
1235 J PROVIDENCE BLVD, Deltona
37 inspections · 389 violations · Last: Dec 2025New Peking
2783 ELKCAM BLVD #207, Deltona
33 inspections · 386 violations · Last: Mar 2026Joy Luck Restaurant
2966 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, Edgewater
34 inspections · 380 violations · Last: Dec 2025Norwoods Restaurant
400 2 AVE, New Smyrna Beach
50 inspections · 380 violations · Last: May 2026La Fiesta Mexican Cocina
348 N NOVA RD, Ormond Beach
33 inspections · 376 violations · Last: Apr 2026Off the Hook Raw Bar and Grill
747 E THIRD AVE, New Smyrna Beach
39 inspections · 376 violations · Last: May 2026Nice N Easy Oyster Bar & Grill
2109 N VOLUSIA AVE, Orange City
36 inspections · 372 violations · Last: Jan 2026