The Bulldog Pub
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
47
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at The Bulldog Pub, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 11, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 14 violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
By comparison, the average Deltona facility scores 73, putting The Bulldog Pub on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
6
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
47
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -head bar tender, Michaela **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
53A-04-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of ice machine has a light accumulation of black, mold-like substance **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's bathroom **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk-in cooler door gasket **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -at side exit of kitchen and walk-in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
36-17-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -lower shelf of prep table **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
14-20-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Toilet not functioning properly. -men's bathroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-11-17: **Time Extended**
32-23-5
64
Sep 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
27
Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. -employed touched diced tomatoes be used as toppings on sandwiches with his bare hands after chopping
09-01-4
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. -bar area triple sink less than 150ppm
22-43-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -"true" reach-in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat sauces, employee reorganized reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
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 ground beef patties stored above curly fries
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw chicken wings 46-47F stored in bottom of reach-in cooler next to triple door freezer, employee relocated raw chicken wings to a different reach-in cooler to rapidly cool **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -unlabeled spray bottle of yellow solution stored on top of beer keg in walk-in cooler, employee removed **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of ice machine in kitchen has an accumulation of pink, mold-like substance
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -unlabeled spray bottle of yellow solution stored on top of beer keg in walk-in cooler
41-17-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -both men's and women's bathrooms **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -reach-in cooler door gasket torn -"true" reach-in cooler door handle broken **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -marked exit door next to "TouchTunes" machine
35B-01-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of potatoes and onions stored on the floor underneath prep table -case of raw chicken wings stored on the floor in kitchen, employee relocated to walk-in cooler **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -ice scoop stored in holder on side of kitchen ice machine where water from inside the ice machine is dripping onto the ice scoop, employee removed ice scoop **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls in triple sink area in kitchen have a light accumulation of grease and food debris
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -flour container lacking label, employee labeled **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
23
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -"true" reach-in cooler: raw shell eggs stored above ready-to-eat sauces, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cheese sauce 81F in squirt bottle, above fill rim of steam table, per operator less than 2 hours, advised operator to use shorter squeeze bottle or store cheese sauce in pan directly
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -bottle of hand sanitizer stored on top of ice maker, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. -walk-in cooler: open gallon of milk lacking date marking, operator dated **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -soda gun nozzles in bar area are soiled -inside of microwave has an accumulation of grease and food debris -inside of ice machine soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -no water at handwash sink in bar area next to entrance to kitchen, employee reconnected water service **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. -men's bathroom
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -ceiling tiles bulging/apparent water damage in storage room
36-32-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -walk-in cooler door gasket -"true" reach-in cooler door handle broken **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -walk-in cooler: case of raw chicken wings stored on the floor, operator relocated **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -ice scoop stored in holder on side of leaking ice machine where the water is leaking on the scoop, operator removed ice scoop **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -broken light shield over hot holding unit
38-01-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. -unwrapped plastic forks stored in holder on prep table, operator inverted **Corrected On-Site**
25-02-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -faucet at handwash sink in bar area next to entrance to kitchen leaking continuously
29-11-4
30
Feb 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -ice machine interior. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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. -employees J, K
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -women's bathroom
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gasket on walk in cooler loose and not sealing properly **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -walk in cooler
36-73-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -walk in cooler in kitchen -in front of kitchen back door **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's bathroom **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door next to bar
35B-03-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. -men's bathroom **Repeat Violation**
32-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl in raw chicken wings, removed by operator **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
47
Jul 18, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw ground beef over cooked chicken in reach-in cooler, operator reorganized reach-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -blue solution in unlabeled bottle in bar area **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -inside of ice machine
22-02-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. -all employee food handling training expired 2/21/23 except for Lorie Wells 10/8/24
53B-14-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -pans under autofryers
24-05-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets torn on reach n
14-11-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -floor tiles n front of sink broken/chipped **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -reach in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -men's restroom
31B-04-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. -men's restroom
32-17-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. a¿¿plastic forks over reach in cooler
25-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar and flour in kitchen **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
39
Jan 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
55
Jul 26, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Marinara sauce 130f. Advised to reheat item(s) to 165°F for 15 seconds within two hours.
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles stored over three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Cleaner. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Kitchen.
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Bulldog Pub last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Bulldog Pub on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Bulldog Pub?
Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Bulldog Pub.
How does The Bulldog Pub compare to other restaurants in Deltona?
The Bulldog Pub most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the Deltona average of 73.
Has The Bulldog Pub's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Bulldog Pub have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Bulldog Pub 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 The Bulldog Pub inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Bulldog Pub is inspected around three times per year on average.
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