Acai Express Daytona Beach
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
45
Score
Across the available record, Acai Express Daytona Beach has six inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 6, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 10 violations to closer to five violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “menu does not identify which items contain raw” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
By comparison, the average Daytona Beach facility scores 71, putting Acai Express Daytona Beach on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -creamy smoked salmon **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -for some employees
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
53B-13-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -boxes of lids and cups on floor **Warning**
25-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugars,coconuts **Warning**
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -bag and other items stored on reach in cooler -cell phone on prep table **Warning**
40-06-5
45
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -creamy smoked salmon **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-03: **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
82
Oct 2, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -3 compartment sink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -creamy smoked salmon **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-10-02: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
70
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
26
Apr 7, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. -provided
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. -Salmon ,advised operator Ed's to be marked prior to opening.
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -Quat
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -advised operator needs to be on menu prior to opening
02B-02-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. -provided
51-13-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -box of cups on floor
25-05-4
55
May 10, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -per operator waiting on order
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -all handsinks, per operator waiting on order
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. -per operator waiting on order
05-08-4
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. - this is a licensing inspection, establishment currently not operating. Advised operator needs to have sanitizer prior to operating.
22-38-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -all handsinks ,per operator waiting on order
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -all handsinks, Per operator waiting on order
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Acai Express Daytona Beach last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Acai Express Daytona Beach on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Acai Express Daytona Beach?
Across the inspection record, “menu does not identify which items contain raw” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Acai Express Daytona Beach.
How does Acai Express Daytona Beach compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Acai Express Daytona Beach most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 71.
Has Acai Express Daytona Beach's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Acai Express Daytona Beach have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Acai Express Daytona Beach means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Acai Express Daytona Beach inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Acai Express Daytona Beach is inspected around three times per year on average.
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