Port Orange, Volusia County

THE BOAT OF PORT ORANGE

5395 S RIDGEWOOD AVE, Port Orange, FL 32127

FoodSeating
Latest violations
9
2 High Priority
Apr 27, 2026
City
Port Orange
County
Volusia
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
13

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Apr 27, 2026

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 9

50-17-3

Detail 24539678

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: -advising operator to renew as soon as possible, administrative enforcement may be applied to operating with delinquent licenses Time Extended

29-42-4

Detail 24539679

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -hose/splitter at external mop sink - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

11-26-1

Detail 24539672

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -new employee/bartender provided employee health agreement during inspection. Advising operator to ensure all employees have signed an employee health agreement - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

36-32-5

Detail 24539680

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -sections of ceiling at cook line near electrical outlets - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

36-34-5

Detail 24539675

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent above prep cooler cutting board - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 24539677

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -large groove on left side of cutting board, advised to have planed - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

36-24-5

Detail 24539676

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Disrepair or other damage to wall. -wall section at entrance to cook line - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

22-08-4

Detail 24539674

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

33-11-4

Detail 24539673

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2026-04-27: Time Extended

Apr 15, 2026

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 3Basic: 12Total: 19

50-17-3

Detail 24515182

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

01B-02-5

Detail 24515193

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -sour cream, shredded cheese, raw bacon Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 24515181

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -raw bacon 55F, sour cream 54F, raw beef 53F, raw chicken 54F, shredded cheese 54F inside walk in cooler on rack for more than 4 hours. See stop sale Warning

29-42-4

Detail 24515196

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -hose/splitter at external mop sink

02C-03-5

Detail 24515186

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. -hot dogs, cut lettuce, canned cheese sauce Repeat Violation

11-27-4

Detail 24515183

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. Corrected On-Site

11-26-1

Detail 24515192

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. -new employee/bartender provided employee health agreement during inspection. Advising operator to ensure all employees have signed an employee health agreement

36-32-5

Detail 24515195

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. -sections of ceiling at cook line near electrical outlets

36-34-5

Detail 24515185

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling vent above prep cooler cutting board

14-09-4

Detail 24515180

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -large groove on left side of cutting board, advised to have planed

36-24-5

Detail 24515191

Basic - Disrepair or other damage to wall. -wall section at entrance to cook line

36-67-4

Detail 24515187

Basic - Exhaust fan inoperable in bathroom with no other form of ventilation.

36-73-4

Detail 24515189

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -cook line area

22-08-4

Detail 24515190

Basic - Interior of microwave has accumulation of grease/food debris.

33-11-4

Detail 24515184

Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.

05-09-4

Detail 24515179

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -glass door cooler on side of cook line

23-03-4

Detail 24515194

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -significant soiled shelving under hand sink/3 compartment sink on cook line. Repeat Violation

36-64-5

Detail 24515197

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -men's restroom

02D-01-5

Detail 24515188

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt container on cook line top shelf

Nov 17, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 3Total: 8

08A-05-6

Detail 24195999

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above packaged hot dogs inside storage cooler. Corrected On-Site

41-18-4

Detail 24196001

High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. -quart ammonium sanitizer 500+ppm inside basin of 3 compartment sink inside the bar. Person in charge drained and used test strips to control new sanitizer strength. Corrected On-Site

02C-03-5

Detail 24195998

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. -shredded lettuce opened prior day, employee corrected, employee added date

31A-11-4

Detail 24195994

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -items stored inside basin to hand wash sinks Corrected On-Site

53B-13-5

Detail 24195997

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. -Melissa

40-06-5

Detail 24195995

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee jacket hanging in walk in cooler around bread racks Corrected On-Site

33-23-4

Detail 24196000

Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 24195996

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -edges of window at end of cook area -bottom of cabinet beneath hand sink -side of deep fryer

45-04-4

Detail 24196002

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -operator using flat top grill for smash burgers Repeat Violation

May 13, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 13

12A-17-4

Detail 23769241

High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands.

50-17-3

Detail 23769240

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.

08A-05-6

Detail 23769237

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -tube of raw beef stored above condiments/dressings inside walk in cooler

02C-03-5

Detail 23769250

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. -open package of hot dogs inside cooler

36-34-5

Detail 23769244

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -some dust built up in ceiling vents above prep area/above cooler

13-07-4

Detail 23769246

Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.

36-22-4

Detail 23769247

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -back end of walk in cooler

08B-47-4

Detail 23769239

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -pickle bucket stored on floor inside walk in cooler -fryer oil on floor at end of cook line

33-23-4

Detail 23769243

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

23-03-4

Detail 23769245

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -interior of cabinet under 3 compartment sink

36-24-5

Detail 23769248

Basic - Wall in disrepair. -wall behind lowboy cooler at entrance to line, lower portion at threshold to floor

36-27-5

Detail 23769238

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind lowboy cooler at entrance to line

29-11-4

Detail 23769249

Basic - Water leaking from sprayer at dish sink Repeat Violation

45-04-4

Detail 23769242

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -cooked ground beef, producing grease laden vapors. Person in charge stated owner in process of installing hood system, unknown time. Repeat Violation

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 8Total: 9

12A-07-5

Detail 23392736

High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. -employee handled money at bar prior to donning gloves and making plate of nachos.

36-32-5

Detail 23392734

Basic - Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -area above cooler in cook area

08B-47-4

Detail 23392730

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -jug of fryer oil on floor at cook area

08B-36-4

Detail 23392733

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -wrapped soft tortillas stored on counter next to sink faucet Corrected On-Site

33-23-4

Detail 23392737

Basic - Grease receptacle not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

51-18-6

Detail 23392731

Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.

36-64-5

Detail 23392728

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. -mens restroom

54-01-5

Detail 23392729

Basic - Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace.

29-11-4

Detail 23392735

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -sprayer

45-04-4

Detail 23392732

Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. -taco meat, fried food.

Feb 14, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 1Basic: 2Total: 3

41-10-4

Detail 22644027

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -fryer boil out stored near handsink faucet handle

36-24-5

Detail 22644026

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. -base of wall near hand sink

23-03-4

Detail 22644028

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -under handsink inside cabinet

Oct 30, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 4Basic: 8Total: 12

11-27-4

Detail 22406147

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.

22-02-4

Detail 22406141

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cook top,middle area

11-26-1

Detail 22406138

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

02C-02-5

Detail 22406149

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -coleslaw inside cooler

36-32-5

Detail 22406144

Basic - Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -small area above low boy cooler with food items stored on top

36-34-5

Detail 22406150

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -vents in prep area

10-06-5

Detail 22406145

Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -tongs laying inside pan of cut lettuce, handle touching food. Inside walk in cooler Corrected On-Site

38-07-4

Detail 22406146

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -bulbs in n prep area above foil sheets, styrofoam trays, above table used for prep Corrective Action Taken

05-09-4

Detail 22406143

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -lowboy, in storage area sown below containing sour cream

23-03-4

Detail 22406139

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelving above cook top, next to frying pan, portion cups

36-64-5

Detail 22406142

Basic - Objectionable odors in bathroom. -mens restroom

25-22-4

Detail 22406140

Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. -box of disposable gloves stored on counter near splash area if hand sink inside kitchen

46-01-4

Detail 22406148

Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked/obstructed. For reporting purposes only. -door marked fire exit at end of cook line with door bar in place. Previously stated for security reasons.

Apr 4, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 4Intermediate: 8Basic: 3Total: 15

35A-02-6

Detail 21910700

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -1 live fly inside prep area near window to barricaded door with some exposure due to disrepair.

08A-05-6

Detail 21910697

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -tube of raw beef stored on top shelf of rack above bags of peppers inside walk in cooler Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 21910699

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -shredded cheese 47F less than 2 hours per employee. Left door open for restocking. Advised to prioritize temperature control for safety food at top section of refrigerator.

03B-01-6

Detail 21910691

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -taco meat 100F on top of stove. employee stated around 3 hours from being turned down. employee reheated to 165F. Corrected On-Site

02C-03-5

Detail 21910686

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. -open cream cheese package inside walk in cooler

11-27-4

Detail 21910694

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.

31A-11-4

Detail 21910698

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -bucket of tortilla chips inside hand sink

16-37-1

Detail 21910696

Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.

05-08-4

Detail 21910693

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.

53B-01-5

Detail 21910689

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.

11-26-1

Detail 21910690

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.

02C-04-5

Detail 21910687

Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. -ground beef, employee stated from day prior

14-09-4

Detail 21910695

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

36-64-5

Detail 21910688

Basic - Objectionable odors in the mens bathroom of establishment.

35B-05-4

Detail 21910692

Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. -window to barricaded door inside prep area

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 11, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 2Total: 2

53A-03-7

Detail 21690337

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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 - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-11: Time extended 14 days per amy zaleski due to extenuating circumstances Time Extended

53A-02-7

Detail 21690336

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 2023-01-11: Time extended 14 days per amy zaleski due to extenuating circumstances Time Extended

Oct 31, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 6Basic: 5Total: 13

01B-02-5

Detail 21538464

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

03A-02-5

Detail 21538472

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -cut lettuce inside makeline cooler inside kitchen 50F, bag placed above pan level not allowing for adequate cold air below lettuce Warning

53A-03-7

Detail 21538467

Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. 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

22-02-4

Detail 21538469

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -cook top surface Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 21538466

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -bread, scrub pads in front of/inside of handwashing sink Corrected On-Site Warning

53A-02-7

Detail 21538476

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Warning

31B-02-4

Detail 21538468

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Corrected On-Site Warning

02C-02-5

Detail 21538465

Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -chili, cooked meatballs, cooked chicken inside walk in cooler. Manager stated product being discarded. Warning

33-14-4

Detail 21538477

Basic - Dumpster overflowing garbage. Warning

12B-02-4

Detail 21538475

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. -bartender eating on top of cutting board inside kitchen Warning

08B-36-4

Detail 21538474

Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash. -bread stored in splash zone of hand sink Corrected On-Site Warning

29-11-4

Detail 21538470

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -leak from spray hose for 3 compartment sink Warning

02D-01-5

Detail 21538471

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt container on top shelf above makeline cooler Warning

46-04-4

Detail 21538473

Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. -marked fire exit inside kitchen next to stove

Apr 25, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 10

08A-05-6

Detail 21038492

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw shell eggs stored above containers of dressings inside walk in cooler

03B-01-6

Detail 21038498

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -cooked chili 125-140F inside crock pot on front line table, advised to stir and make sure temperature held to 135F or above

02C-03-5

Detail 21038495

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. -nathans hot dogs, opened inside walk in cooler

33-09-4

Detail 21038491

Basic - Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. -bag of garbage next to dumpster on ground

33-23-4

Detail 21038494

Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface.

31B-04-4

Detail 21038500

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

33-38-4

Detail 21038496

Basic - No waste receptacle installed at handwash sink provided with disposable towels.

25-22-4

Detail 21038493

Basic - Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash.

42-03-5

Detail 21038497

Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of equipment. Mops stored outside leaning against side of building.

29-11-4

Detail 21038499

Basic - Water leaking from sprayer at ware-washing sink

Nov 4, 2021

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 5

31B-02-4

Detail 20636627

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -cook line

02B-02-5

Detail 20636626

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. -ribeye cooked to order, provided copy of consume advisory, manager postedCorrected On-Site Corrected On-Site

51-11-4

Detail 20636629

Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Corrected On-Site

35B-01-4

Detail 20636628

Basic - Exterior window has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -end of cook line

31B-04-4

Detail 20636625

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -entrance of bar Corrected On-Site