Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen
Last inspected: Feb 26, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged five inspections at Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 15 violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Among Daytona Beach restaurants, the typical score is 71; Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 26, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
90
May 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cutting board on cook line **Warning**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -wire racks above 3 compartment sink
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -some grease/black substance on floor in back -significant grease behind cook line **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of fryer/grill - some grease dripping around base of hood filters -shelving next to grill -backsplash behind grill **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -back wall behind fryer **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -prep area in back
36-36-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
55
Feb 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. -plumbing from 3 compartment sink inside drain on floor
29-44-4
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
31B-06-4
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
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of soda guns -flat top
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink next to 3 compartment is loaded with supplies
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -restrooms, manager stated intention to have paper towels outside of restroom. Advised to operator
31B-02-4
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.
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. -richard/operator
53B-13-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -hand sink near cookline
31B-04-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Cardboard used on floor not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. -under grease buckets in back room
36-06-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. -in back warewashing area
36-36-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door
35B-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -jugs of oil on floor next to fryers
08B-47-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -warewashing area
38-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -old refrigerator equipment in back used as all purpose storage -grease buckets under 3 compartment sink
23-03-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -sani bucket at draft cooler next to tap, advised to move away from where beverage is dispensed **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -grease dripping from backsplash behind cookline equipment
36-27-5
Basic - Warewashing drying rack shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-33-4
25
Nov 16, 2022
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Air gap between water supply inlet and flood rim of equipment/sink is less than one inch. -underneath 3 compartment sink **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16: **Time Extended**
29-44-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -hand sink in back used to store soiled pan - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16: **Time Extended**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -above back door - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -restrooms - From follow-up inspection 2022-11-16: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
64
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -cooked vegan chili
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -60F cooked vegan chili inside refrigerator not properly
03A-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. -cooked pasta 42-45F in middle. Cooked prior day, did not finish cooling based on data
03D-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. -refrigerator in back prep area
14-74-7
Basic - Dead roach on premises. -1 dead roach near back corner storage area near bathrooms on floor, employee cleaned up **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -fryer oil on floor in back
08B-47-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -food trays up front
25-06-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -3 compartment sink
29-11-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen on file is from Feb 26, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen.
How does Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Daytona Beach average of 71.
Has Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 15 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Evolve Modern Vegan Kitchen is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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