Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind
Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026
74
Score
Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind has been inspected nine times since 2023. On Mar 10, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind's latest score is in line with the Daytona Beach average of 71. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 10, 2026
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
82
Jan 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw burgers 49F inside reach in cooler, manager stated recently thawed from frozen less than
03A-02-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -light grease on wall behind grill
36-27-5
82
Aug 13, 2024
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 beef patties stored above condiments inside refrigerator **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -backsplash of grill, fryer
23-03-4
74
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -spray bottle labeled "pest" stored above sanitizer basin with clean utensils/rack of clean and sanitized utensils/bowls
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage 44-45F, employee stated door opened frequently recently- inside door shelf in household refrigerator. Advised to store temperature sensitive food in more conducive location for cold ambient air
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee began handling clean equipment or utensils, without first washing hands.
12A-16-4
High Priority - Employee washing dishes handled soiled dishes or utensils and then handled clean and sanitized plates/cups/utensils without washing hands.
12A-02-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw bacon stored above biscuits inside refrigerator. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. -sliced American cheese -commercial cooked sausage
02C-03-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -small bowls next to cooler on prep table
24-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -coffee filter prefilled with grounds on countertop next to coffee maker
08B-12-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters
23-03-4
35
Oct 11, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -styrofoam clam shells on top of fridge not inverted -coffee filters in server area - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-11: **Time Extended**
25-06-4
86
Oct 10, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -roach bait stored on prep table next tot toaster **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -precooked sausage patties 46F, sliced ham 46F, sliced turkey 46F inside household refrigerator in kitchen. Manager moved product to commercial refrigerator holding at 39-40F. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -precooked sausage patties, from overnight **Warning**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.
27-16-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -styrofoam clam shells on top of fridge not inverted -coffee filters in server area
25-06-4
52
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -milk 44-45F, inside small beverage cooler densely loaded with beverage, frequently opened per employee. Advised to monitor temperature in unit and place milk into more reliable cooler if temperature is stabilizing within the danger zone/above 41F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above cooked sausage links -raw beef patties stored above biscuits in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor.
08B-47-4
64
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-27-4
High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. -open gallon of milk inside drink ice. Manager discarded ice.
08B-56-4
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment.
41-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw eggs stored above precooked bacon **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -drink ice exposed to open gallon of milk inside ice machine.
01B-13-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pooled eggs 49F inside stand up refrigerator,manager stated recently left out. **Repeat Violation**
03A-02-5
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. -open hot dogs, american cheese inside cooler from prior day.
02C-03-5
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. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -coffee pot inside hand sink up front
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
31B-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -ice machine lid with duct tape -interior of ice machine with surface rust
14-11-5
Basic - Clean bowls, plates, not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -on prep table **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -over shorty cooler on line
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
20
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind.
How does Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Daytona Beach average of 71.
Has Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind 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 Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Poolside Cafe at Tropical Wind is inspected around three times per year on average.
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