AUNT CATFISH'S ON THE RIVER

Name: AUNT CATFISH'S ON THE RIVER
Address: 4009 HALIFAX DR, PORT ORANGE, FL, 32127, US
Rating: 69.2

4009 HALIFAX DR, PORT ORANGE, FL 32127

License #7400457

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69.2 Grade F / 100

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AUNT CATFISH'S ON THE RIVER in PORT ORANGE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 69.2 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 4 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on May 14, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 27 total violations — 5 critical, 1 major, 21 minor.

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Latest clean pass

September 23, 2025

The latest inspection on May 14, 2026 shows 13 observation rows: 2 critical, 0 major, and 11 minor.

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Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
[06-03-5] Thawed portions of ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water. -raw fish with outside portions of deep container thawed to 67F
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to dispense
[21-08-4] Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength.
[23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior door
[25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored on floor. -upstairs
[33-11-4] Missing drain plug at dumpster.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -grout in storage area upstairs
[08B-52-4] Food stored under dripping water line. -inside walk in cooler
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -bleu cheese crumbles 47F less than 1 hour resting above pan level of lowboy across from grill, manager placed below to chill down to 41F
[29-34-4] Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. -hose on exterior of building, west side
[08B-47-4] Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. -walk in cooler
[14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.
[36-24-5] Hole in or other damage to wall. -tile behind hand sink at entrance to kitchen

Disposition: Warning Issued
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -bleu cheese crumbles 48F sitting above pans inside lowboy across from slatted grill. Employee stated less than 30 minutes, moved container to walk in cooler.
[10-17-4] In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
[14-01-5] Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -portion cup used to dispense seasonings -bowl used to dispense dried fruit upstairs i. Bulk container
[24-03-4] Clean pans not separated from soiled perforated pans at warewashing area.
[08B-36-4] Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. -beef inside walk in cooler stored under refrigerator equipment with soil on edges/areas exposed -beverage area in expo station exposed to drip from ceiling
[36-22-4] Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -area near chest freezer on cook line
[35A-06-4] Accumulation of dead or trapped insects in control devices. -upstairs, uv fly trap near dry storage containers
[36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -ceiling area in back prep room with dust built up
[08A-05-6] Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw beef stored above black eyed peas inside walk in cooler
[02D-01-5] Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -bulk flour/sugar
[22-41-4] Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -dish machine in server station, 0ppm after multiple attempts. Manager called for service technician. Callback inspection required in 7 days to verify compliance.
[36-32-5] Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. -server-expo station near beverage dispenser
[31A-09-4] Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -hand sink in bakery area obstructed by cart Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -items stored inside hand sink in back

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