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THE GENERAL PUBLIC HOUSE

501 CANAL ST · NEW SMYRNA BEACH · Volusia County · FL 32168

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJuly 18, 2025
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3647875
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID13464767
DBPR license7407234

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
2 High Priority3 Intermediate6 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical11 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

11 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 2

#7High Priority35A-02-7

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Live, small flying insects found 1 on cookline 2 around mop sink **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: 1 in the bar **Time Extended**

Warning
#8High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 on cutting board 1 on cookline freezer gaskets 3 on wall mop sink area. 4 on the wall in the dish machine/three compartment sink area t 3 under dish machine 6+ in dry storage 1 in the bar **Admin Complaint** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: 1 on the wall kitchen area 2 in dry storage **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteAdmin Complaint

Intermediate 3

#9Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior avantco oven Reach in freezer and cooler gaskets on cookline **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#10Intermediate02B-01-5

Intermediate – – From initial inspection : Intermediate – Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#11Intermediate11-26-1

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. Hosts with no food handler training **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning

Basic 6

#1Basic16-21-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.top of mahcine **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#2Basic35A-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Dead roaches on premises. 3 in dry storage **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: Approximately 15 dead **Time Extended** **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-SiteWarning
#3Basic36-17-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in freezer flooring **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#4Basic08B-38-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Food stored on floor. Walk in freezer **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#5Basic14-69-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning
#6Basic23-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan cover Hood filters **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2025-07-18: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on September 7, 2026 1:25 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 9 · Bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food / AOP
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 15 · No longer used
1 observation(s)
Category 17 · No longer used
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 37 · No longer used
1 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.