Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille

103 S Ocean Ave, Daytona Beach, FL 32118

American

Last inspected: Oct 6, 2025

Score

High Risk

The health department has logged eight inspections at Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Oct 6, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around four violations compared to roughly eight violations earlier on.

“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.

The city-wide average sits at 71, which Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille's 37 doesn't quite reach. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 6, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jun 26, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 0ppm, manager had employee correct **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

22-43-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of soda guns

22-02-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -buffet line

25-02-4

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -mop sink

29-11-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-13-5

Nov 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 12, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.

View 11 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked sausage links 120F in buffet, advised to use time as public health.

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning**

53A-02-7

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

05-08-4

Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.

03F-10-5

Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. -apples/pears **Corrected On-Site**

08B-15-4

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -backpack on dry storage rack in back area

40-06-5

Basic - Floor tiles in disrepair.

36-17-5

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in cooler. -marketplace refrigerator, vent up top

14-69-4

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

29-49-6

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -bulk plastic utensils piled into drawer out front, utensils not presented with handles

25-02-4

Oct 13, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. -reconstituted batter, made at 6am.

01B-38-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. -reconstituted batter, 52F. Employee stated prepared at 6am. Advised to use time as public health control and discard at end of service if not ensuring batter is cooled to 41F within 4 hours of adding water to mix.

03D-06-5

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. -milk, opened 10/10 stated employee

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice machine, splash guard interior. Pink substance.

22-02-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -case of coffee cups on floor inside prep area

25-05-4

Jun 28, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -soda bib on floor in bar

08B-47-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -unit in back corner containing milk, butter

05-09-4

May 8, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille on file is from Oct 6, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille.

How does Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?

Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 71.

Has Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille 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 Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jack's on the Beach Bar and Grille is inspected around three times per year on average.

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