South Daytona, Volusia County

CHOP CHOP KOREAN

2800 S NOVA RD, UNIT I1 & I2, South Daytona, FL 32119

FoodSeating
Latest violations
2
1 Intermediate
Feb 5, 2025
City
South Daytona
County
Volusia
Status
Closed
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.

Feb 5, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

53A-07-6

Detail 23530868

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Admin Complaint

16-55-4

Detail 23530867

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: Time Extended

Dec 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 3Basic: 1Total: 4

22-02-4

Detail 23392772

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

53A-07-6

Detail 23392773

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

11-26-1

Detail 23392770

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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Employees with no food handler training Time Extended

16-55-4

Detail 23392771

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-12-03: Time Extended

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 7Basic: 4Total: 12

08A-05-6

Detail 23226543

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and beef over dressing, upright cooler Warning

22-02-4

Detail 23226545

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior ice machine Warning

31A-09-4

Detail 23226546

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Warning

53A-07-6

Detail 23226535

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

11-26-1

Detail 23226540

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. Warning

03G-50-1

Detail 23226538

Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Making Kim chee in house Warning

02B-02-5

Detail 23226541

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Self cook items Warning

27-16-4

Detail 23226536

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Front hand sink Warning

36-32-5

Detail 23226544

Basic - Ceiling tile/vent in disrepair. AC vent hanging with loose insulation over rice cookers Warning

16-55-4

Detail 23226539

Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 23226537

Basic - Food stored on floor. Open bag of ice, Warning

12B-13-4

Detail 23226542

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Upright freezer, 2 drinks Warning

Feb 29, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 3Total: 3

36-73-4

Detail 22684463

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors throughout the kitchen have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Decent improvement on floor cleanliness, still needs some work. Operator states she will discuss replacing floors with owner. Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 22684465

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 22684464

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-02-29: Time Extended

Feb 8, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 1Basic: 8Total: 10

08A-20-5

Detail 22629629

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -tall white reach-in cooler: raw chicken over raw pork in reach-in cooler, operator reorganized reach-in cooler Corrected On-Site Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22629634

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting board stained on top of reach-in cooler -inside of reach-in cooler has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris Warning

36-73-4

Detail 22629628

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors throughout the kitchen have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris Warning

36-17-5

Detail 22629632

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair throughout the kitchen. Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 22629627

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -buckets of sauce and produce stored on the floor in walk-in cooler -bucket of noodles stored on the floor Corrected On-Site Warning

14-69-4

Detail 22629630

Basic - Ice buildup in multiple reach-in freezers Warning

10-07-4

Detail 22629631

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit, operator discarded water Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22629625

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -top of stove has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -sides of cooking equipment have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris -exterior of reach-in cooler has a significant accumulation of grease and food debris Warning

14-17-4

Detail 22629633

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning

36-27-5

Detail 22629626

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls throughout the kitchen have a significant accumulation of grease and food debris Warning

Oct 26, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 5Total: 5

36-73-4

Detail 22399100

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors in cooking area have an accumulation of grease and food debris -floors in dishwashing area solied Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Improved Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 22399097

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -multiple floor tiles throughout kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Time Extended

08B-47-4

Detail 22399098

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -case of unwashed produce and multiple buckets of food stored on the floor in walk-in cooler Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Time Extended

33-15-4

Detail 22399099

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. -operator states she has contacted the county multiple times to replace the can with the broken lid Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Time Extended

14-17-4

Detail 22399096

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-26: Time Extended

Aug 23, 2023

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 4Basic: 12Total: 18

41-24-4

Detail 22227835

High Priority - Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. -1 hanging above triple sink, operator discarded Corrected On-Site Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 22227830

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken stored above sauce in walk-in cooler Warning

05-05-4

Detail 22227832

Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. -walk-in cooler ambient air temperature thermometer reading 30F Warning

22-02-4

Detail 22227834

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwaves soiled -white cutting board on reach-in cooler at cookline stained Warning

53A-01-7

Detail 22227823

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 22227829

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink in dishwashing area, operator installed new soap Corrected On-Site Warning

16-03-4

Detail 22227836

Basic - Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Warning

16-21-4

Detail 22227827

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

36-73-4

Detail 22227825

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors in cooking area have an accumulation of grease and food debris -floors in dishwashing area solied Repeat Violation Warning

36-17-5

Detail 22227828

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -multiple floor tiles throughout kitchen Warning

08B-47-4

Detail 22227824

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -case of unwashed produce and multiple buckets of food stored on the floor in walk-in cooler Repeat Violation Warning

33-15-4

Detail 22227821

Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. -operator states she has contacted the county multiple times to replace the can with the broken lid Repeat Violation Warning

10-07-4

Detail 22227837

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -front service area, tongs stored in standing water 72F, operator dumped water Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Warning

23-03-4

Detail 22227822

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of microwaves soiled -walk-in cooler door has an accumulation of grease and food debris Repeat Violation Warning

42-03-5

Detail 22227831

Basic - Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. -2 pairs of pliers stored on prep table, operator relocated Corrected On-Site Warning

14-17-4

Detail 22227833

Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation Warning

36-27-5

Detail 22227826

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -tile walls behind stove have a significant accumulation of grease -tile wall above triple sink has an accumulation of black, mold-like substance Repeat Violation Warning

21-12-4

Detail 22227820

Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -wet wiping cloth stored on front service counter Warning

Feb 20, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 3Intermediate: 3Basic: 9Total: 15

41-05-4

Detail 21794345

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. -2 cans of Raid under front counter, operator discarded Corrected On-Site

08A-04-5

Detail 21794341

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -raw beef stored above unwashed produce

29-34-4

Detail 21794340

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -hose bibb on rear of building

11-27-4

Detail 21794346

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 clean-up plan, operator posted Corrected On-Site

22-02-4

Detail 21794350

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwave ovens lightly soiled

31A-11-4

Detail 21794342

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwash sink in front service area used as dump sink and to store scoop, operator removed Corrected On-Site

36-73-4

Detail 21794338

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor throughout kitchen has accumulation of grease and food debris Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 21794337

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -bucket of bean sprouts stored on floor in walk in cooler -buckets of sauce stored on floor throughout kitchen and walk in cooler -bags of onions and carrots stored on floor in walk in cooler Operator reorganized walk in cooler Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

33-15-4

Detail 21794349

Basic - Garbage cans located outside have no lid or lid open/broken.

10-07-4

Detail 21794348

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -spoon for rice in water 72F -tongs in water 70F Operator discarded water Corrected On-Site

23-03-4

Detail 21794339

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -dish racks soiled -exterior of reach in cooler in cookline area soiled -exterior of microwaves soiled

14-33-4

Detail 21794351

Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -reach in cooler in cookline area

06-01-5

Detail 21794343

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -raw chicken thawing on prep counter at room temperature, operator placed under continuously flowing cold water in prep sink Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 21794347

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 21794344

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall above triple sink soiled with food debris -wall above cookline soiled with grease

Sep 26, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 9Total: 12

08A-20-5

Detail 21386364

High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken stored on raw pork, operator relocated Corrected On-Site

03A-02-5

Detail 21386363

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -front counter reach in cooler kimchi 46-50, per operator less than 4 hours, operator relocated to walk in cooler Corrective Action Taken Repeat Violation

22-02-4

Detail 21386365

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris. -inside of microwaves soiled -cutting boards stained throughout kitchen -inside of reach in cooler across from the cookline -inside of ice machine soiled with black, mold-like substance Repeat Violation

36-73-4

Detail 21386368

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Repeat Violation

36-17-5

Detail 21386371

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Repeat Violation

08B-47-4

Detail 21386360

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -cases of unwashed produce stored on floor in walk in cooler

38-07-4

Detail 21386367

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -lights in kitchen missing cover Repeat Violation

05-09-4

Detail 21386366

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -white reach in cooler, operator installed new thermometer Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 21386361

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of reach in cooler across from cookline soiled -walk in cooler fan cover soiled

25-05-4

Detail 21386362

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. -case of hinged trays stored on the floor in dry storage area, operator relocated Corrected On-Site

14-17-4

Detail 21386369

Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.

36-27-5

Detail 21386370

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Repeat Violation

Apr 20, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Basic: 5Total: 5

36-73-4

Detail 21026489

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors soiled throughout kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-20: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 21026490

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -missing and broken tile throughout kitchen Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-20: Time Extended

38-07-4

Detail 21026491

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -lights in kitchen lacking cover Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-20: Time Extended

29-49-6

Detail 21026488

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-20: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 21026492

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls soiled throughout kitchen Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-04-20: Time Extended

Apr 18, 2022

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 5Intermediate: 3Basic: 9Total: 17

10-05-5

Detail 21017924

High Priority - In-use utensil stored in unclean water at or above 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrected On-Site Warning

50-17-2

Detail 21017910

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -License expired 4/1/2022 Warning

08A-05-6

Detail 21017915

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef over tofu Repeat Violation Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 21017918

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -kimchi 46F Warning

41-10-4

Detail 21017913

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -gallon jug of purple degreaser stored next to jugs of oil Corrected On-Site Warning

22-02-4

Detail 21017923

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior of microwaves Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 21017917

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -employee dumping bucket in handwash sink Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 21017909

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -handwash sink out front. Warning

24-05-4

Detail 21017908

Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -spoons next to stove Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 21017914

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -20 dead under stove in prep area Warning

36-73-4

Detail 21017922

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floors soiled throughout kitchen Warning

36-17-5

Detail 21017912

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -missing and broken tile throughout kitchen Repeat Violation Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 21017920

Basic - Food stored on floor. -jugs of oil stored on floor -bucket of sprouts and sauce on floor in walk in cooler Warning

38-07-4

Detail 21017916

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -lights in kitchen lacking cover Warning

23-03-4

Detail 21017919

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -buildup of grease on top of stove Warning

29-49-6

Detail 21017911

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Warning

36-27-5

Detail 21017921

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -walls soiled throughout kitchen Warning

Feb 23, 2022

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 7

22-02-4

Detail 20883720

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. Make line unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

16-21-4

Detail 20883718

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

14-09-4

Detail 20883722

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line unit. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

36-73-4

Detail 20883719

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

36-17-5

Detail 20883723

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Kitchen. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

23-03-4

Detail 20883721

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. Walk in Cooler shelves soiled. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

36-27-5

Detail 20883724

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-02-23: Time Extended

Dec 20, 2021

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 10Total: 14

08A-05-6

Detail 20739215

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Walk in Cooler: Raw chicken stored over tofu. Warning

03A-02-5

Detail 20739213

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in Cooler: tofu (46f - Cold Holding). Item stacked to high. Item moved to bottom of unit. Corrected On-Site Warning

22-02-4

Detail 20739217

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained. Make line unit. Warning

53B-05-5

Detail 20739210

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Warning

16-21-4

Detail 20739208

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Warning

50-09-4

Detail 20739220

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Warning

14-09-4

Detail 20739218

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Make line unit. Warning

51-09-4

Detail 20739211

Basic - Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment Establishment added 75 more seats. Provided Seating change evaluation form. Warning

36-73-4

Detail 20739216

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen. Warning

36-17-5

Detail 20739207

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair and/or in disrepair. Kitchen. Warning

08B-38-4

Detail 20739212

Basic - Food stored on floor. Sugar and onions. Warning

23-03-4

Detail 20739219

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dishwasher racks soiled. Walk in Cooler shelves soiled. Warning

25-05-4

Detail 20739209

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups stored on floor. Warning

36-27-5

Detail 20739214

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Cook line. Warning