YELLOW DOG EATS KITCHEN & BAR

YELLOW DOG EATS KITCHEN & BAR comes out a C, 74/100 — passing, with room to tighten up, per its most recent inspection on April 22, 2026.

By health score it ranks safer than 18% of Volusia County restaurants we grade. Its last report logged 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate, and 7 basic violations. Diners give it 4.6 across 1,494 reviews. Menus here flag options for vegetarian, dairy-free, keto, and paleo diners.

C · 74/100 · safer than 18% of Volusia County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (386) 410-4824

Restaurant details

Health grade
C (74/100)
Violations
10 total — 2 high-priority, 1 intermediate, 7 basic
Address
147 S CANAL ST, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Cuisine
Other
Categories
Barbecue restaurant, Bar, Restaurant, Sandwich shop
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.6 stars (1494 reviews)
Neighborhood
New Smyrna Beach Historic District
Seats
87
Phone
(386) 410-4824
Website
Official website
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Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.6 Community-sourced rating 1,494 reviews
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Overall Score

55 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 20/40
    Grade C
  • Dietary transparency 13/20
    4 options listed
  • Community rating 18/20
    4.6★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 4/10
    Stable, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
11 AM to 8 PM
Tuesday
11 AM to 8 PM
Wednesday
11 AM to 8 PM
Thursday
11 AM to 8 PM
Friday
11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday
11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday
11 AM to 8 PM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. April 22, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    2 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 06 — Potentially hazardous foods properly thawed
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation (×2)
    • 40 — Employee personal belongings
  2. October 21, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 7 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges (×2)
    • 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry (×2)
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
    • 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
    • 48 — Gas appliances; boiler certificate (reporting only)
    • 53 — Food manager certification; employee food-safety training

Safer options nearby

Higher-graded restaurants close to YELLOW DOG EATS KITCHEN & BAR, by Florida DBPR grade:

  • NEW SMYRNA BEACH BREWING COMPANY

    3.7★ nearby

  • ANCHOR INN

    4.9★ 0.2 mi away

  • BIG JOE'S

    4.7★ 0.2 mi away

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: April 22, 2026