The Local Bite Nsb

819 S Sr A1A, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

American

Last inspected: Feb 6, 2024

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, The Local Bite Nsb has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The Local Bite Nsb was last inspected on Feb 6, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection. Note that The Local Bite Nsb's inspection history hasn't been updated since Feb 6, 2024; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around five violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

“Ready-to-eat” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical New Smyrna Beach restaurant, which scores around 72. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 6, 2024

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside in back fenced area

29-34-4

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. 1 8 oz container of whipped feta

01B-24-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Onion jam, hot pepper jelly, and cocktail sauce made in house, jarred, and stored at room temperature overnight. See stop sale

03A-02-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Bag of lids on the floor in back storage room

25-05-4

Nov 14, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance and/or HACCP from the Division. - Making beef jerky in house - dehydrating at 155F until non-tcs - Making and jarring Onion jam and Hot pepper jelly in house, holding at room temperature. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-11-14: Operator stated information was submitted - no record per state OPQ trainer. **Time Extended**

03G-46-1

Jan 30, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.

32-12-5

Jul 7, 2022

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 9 violations

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. After working at the register **Warning**

12A-07-5

High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Menu has asterisk on items with cold smoked salmon but consumer advisory with matching asterisk cut off at the bottom **Warning**

01D-01-5

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Sliced turkey 6/29 **Warning**

01B-24-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - slicer blade guard **Warning**

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. Michelle **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

53B-14-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Residue under equipment/along walls **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

36-73-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Restroom **Warning**

31B-04-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - shelf under flattop - mixer guard - in the back storage room, ledge below exhaust fan **Warning**

23-03-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired 4/1/22 **Warning**

50-09-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Local Bite Nsb last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Local Bite Nsb on file is from Feb 6, 2024. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at The Local Bite Nsb?

Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Local Bite Nsb.

How does The Local Bite Nsb compare to other restaurants in New Smyrna Beach?

The Local Bite Nsb most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the New Smyrna Beach average of 72.

Has The Local Bite Nsb's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Local Bite Nsb have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Local Bite Nsb 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.

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