Black Dolphin Inn

916 S Riverside Dr, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168

American

Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Black Dolphin Inn has eight inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Apr 6, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near three violations per visit.

“Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for New Smyrna Beach restaurants. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 6, 2026

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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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. -Jesse C., Taylor S., and Chris L.

53B-13-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -short stainless steel reach-in cooler in kitchen

29-49-6

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -operator removed **Corrected On-Site**

10-20-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters over cooking equipment have an accumulation of grease and food debris , operator states professional cleaning is scheduled **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Basic - Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth.

24-17-4

Oct 7, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

May 14, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw shell eggs over deli ham

08A-05-6

Basic - Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. - Ice bin for customer self-service not dispensed through automatic ice-dispensing equipment. - ice bin located at end of bathroom hallway. - operator states ice is for guest self-service.

08B-62-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

29-49-6

Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. - both guest bathroom and employee bathroom

32-02-4

Dec 17, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -unsecured tank on floor in storage area

51-11-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. -reach-in cooler at left side of stove

29-49-6

May 10, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -buttermilk stored inside bar reach-in cooler, per operator opened on Tuesday, 5/7/2024, operator dated **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. -bar area reach-in cooler, operator relocated closer to front **Corrected On-Site**

05-11-4

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored in handwash sink, operator relocated to soiled linen basket **Corrected On-Site**

21-12-4

Dec 12, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw bacon stored above cooked ham in reach-in cooler, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -white cutting board lightly stained, operator cleaned **Corrected On-Site**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.

16-62-1

53B-13-5

May 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Dec 14, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored over cheese in single glass door cooler in basement, operator reorganized cooler. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Black Dolphin Inn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Black Dolphin Inn on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Black Dolphin Inn?

Across the inspection record, “standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Black Dolphin Inn.

How does Black Dolphin Inn compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?

Black Dolphin Inn most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.

Has Black Dolphin Inn's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Black Dolphin Inn have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Black Dolphin Inn means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Black Dolphin Inn inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Black Dolphin Inn is inspected around two times per year on average.

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