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The Inn on the Avenue

309 Flagler Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169
American
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited The Inn on the Avenue 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 22, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average New Smyrna Beach restaurant scores 72. The record reflects steady performance over time.

11
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired on 4/1/2026
50-17-3
86
Jan 9, 2026
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In the shed, 2 on the floor under ice machine, 1 on the top, 1 on a shelf, 1 on a cart. Beach equipment, fully enclosed ice machine, single service storage only. **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-05-13: 3+ Live rodent **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
35A-04-4
86
May 12, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
50-17-3
High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. In the shed, 2 on the floor under ice machine, 1 on the top, 1 on a shelf, 1 on a cart. Beach equipment, fully enclosed ice machine, single service storage only. **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
74
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
78
Apr 8, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
70
Nov 16, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands.employee wearing gloves patted face with paper towel and went back to frying sausage without changing gloves and washing hands. Discussed with operator
12A-25-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
16-37-1
Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.
12B-12-5
74
May 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
64
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment advertised fresh juice, but juice was not prepared from original fruit. On the website, fresh squeezed juice **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: **Time Extended**
52-09-4
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 2022-09-13: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
74

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Inn on the Avenue last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Inn on the Avenue on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Inn on the Avenue?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Inn on the Avenue.

How does The Inn on the Avenue compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?

The Inn on the Avenue most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.

Has The Inn on the Avenue's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Inn on the Avenue have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at The Inn on the Avenue 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 The Inn on the Avenue inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Inn on the Avenue is inspected around three times per year on average.

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