The Hotdog Dispensary
Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026
86
Score
Public records show seven inspections at The Hotdog Dispensary stretching back to 2024. The most recent report on file is from Apr 7, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average DeLand restaurant scores 73. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 7, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/. Reach in cooler , glass display, hand sink. Toaster ovens, coffee machine, freeze machine, area added . **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-07: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of kitchen beverage air reach-in-cooler. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-07: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
86
Feb 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
70
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
74
Jun 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food employee , with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-05: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
95
May 6, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food employee , with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-06: **Time Extended**
13-04-4
86
Mar 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -kitchen reach in cooler aioli garlic (44F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight on refrigerator door. Placed on shelving. -Front counter reach in cooler potato salad (43F -46F- Cold Holding); / less than 4 hours. Operator reduced stacked containers . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 - 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. Provided form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-27-4
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**
53A-07-6
Basic - Food employee , with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. **Warning**
13-04-4
Basic - Food employee wearing watch , other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. **Warning**
13-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator, who then posted. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
55
Oct 25, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No Quat chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Basic - Kitchen lights , in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
38-07-4
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Hotdog Dispensary last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Hotdog Dispensary on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
How does The Hotdog Dispensary compare to other restaurants in DeLand?
The Hotdog Dispensary most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the DeLand average of 73.
Has The Hotdog Dispensary's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Hotdog Dispensary have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Hotdog Dispensary means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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