Lil Dog Bar
Last inspected: Mar 2, 2026
90
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Lil Dog Bar stretching back to 2022. Lil Dog Bar was last inspected on Mar 2, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to the broader New Smyrna Beach restaurant scene, where the average is 72, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 2, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Minimum of one employee over 60 days with no proof of training **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-02:
53B-02-5
90
Jan 29, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Minimum of one employee over 60 days with no proof of training **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
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 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-29: **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
74
Jan 26, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Butter 60 F on top of reach in cooler where lid opens. Moved underneath - sliced tomatoes improperly iced at 54F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: Walk in cooler holding several curry sauces 52-58F. Frozen thawed seafood and meat up to 46F. (Moved to another cooler) Cooked rice 57F. See stop sale Per employee, cooler felt "cold" at the start of the day, around 10 am. Fan off and unit not running during inspection. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
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 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Minimum of one employee over 60 days with no proof of training **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-26: **Time Extended**
08B-49-4
52
Nov 24, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
22
May 23, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
86
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Light buildup inside ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Under coutertop **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of mustard, cases of water bottles, walk in cooler under shelving
08B-47-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
12B-13-4
82
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Underneath the bar
51-11-4
95
Nov 15, 2023
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Bathroom handsink cracked; water turned off **Warning**
29-08-4
95
Jul 11, 2023
Complaint Full
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Emailed to operator **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Under counter **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: 1 secured 1 not secured **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Ziplock bag **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-11: **Time Extended**
25-32-4
74
Nov 7, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Pasta 10/30. Diced hot dogs 10/31
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Warewashing machine not commercial - does not automatically dispense chemicals and does not sanitize. Do not use dish machine for warewashing. Establishment has three compartment sink set up to wash, rinse and sanitize.
16-61-1
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Lil Dog Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Lil Dog Bar on file is from Mar 2, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Lil Dog Bar?
Across the inspection record, “carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Lil Dog Bar.
How does Lil Dog Bar compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?
Lil Dog Bar most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.
Has Lil Dog Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Lil Dog Bar have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Lil Dog Bar 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 Lil Dog Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Lil Dog Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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