Soul Foods
Last inspected: Oct 23, 2025
64
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at Soul Foods, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 23, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 10 violations each, up from closer to five violations before.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “time/temperature control for safety food cold held”, showing up two times.
That's lower than the typical Daytona Beach restaurant, which scores around 71. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate
FL-46
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
64
Jun 2, 2025
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
14-69-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -interior of counter oven soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
22-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -cola cooler used for food **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled -burners on stove soiled -side of fryer spiked with grease **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind stove **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
36-27-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under cooking equipment **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-02: **Time Extended**
36-10-4
67
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -pork chops 51f less than 4 hours **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. All cookline Equipment remove-,fryers,stove,mop sink by previous owner. New owner added mop sink next to 3 compartment sink,1 fryer,stove/oven ,per table/cooler. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -chlorine **Warning**
16-37-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on prep table **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -surface rust on freezer doors **Warning**
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in chest freezer. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -interior of counter oven soiled **Warning**
22-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning**
51-13-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled -burners on stove soiled -side of fryer spiked with grease **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -behind stove **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. -floor soiled under cooking equipment **Warning**
36-10-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -cola cooler used for food **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
43
Sep 25, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw eggs over pork
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -chicken wings 44f less than for hours
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -Change of ownership. Equipment remove-handsink,fryers,stove,mop sink by previous owner. New owner add mop sink where second hand sink was located. 2 fryers,oven ,large burner Establishment has one hand sink that is accessible to prep area and front counter.
51-16-7
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's room
32-04-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
61
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -kitchen -mens room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: Mens room **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -prep area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. -old equipment outside back door **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: **Time Extended**
33-31-5
82
Jul 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -ladies room and mens room
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -next cooler
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. -Glue fly trap hanging from ceiling **Corrected On-Site**
35A-06-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -water damage to ceiling tile in mens room
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cell phone on counter with single service
40-06-5
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -over prep area
38-07-4
58
Jan 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
43
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go bag **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -raw chicken over oxtail and beef **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: Chicken over ice **Time Extended**
08A-17-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -no self closure mens room **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-08-10: **Time Extended**
38-07-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Soul Foods last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Soul Foods on file is from Oct 23, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Soul Foods?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Soul Foods.
How does Soul Foods compare to other restaurants in Daytona Beach?
Soul Foods most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Daytona Beach average of 71.
Has Soul Foods' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Soul Foods have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Soul Foods 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 Soul Foods inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Soul Foods is inspected around two times per year on average.
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