RICE 2 MEET U

RICE 2 MEET U located in NEW SMYRNA BEACH has undergone 3 health department inspections, achieving a 3.3/5 overall safety rating. Recent inspections show improving food safety practices.

Last inspection: 1 months ago · 3 reports on file

2679 STATE RD 44, NEW SMYRNA BEACH 32168

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★★☆☆ (3.3/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

3/6/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13640644

Met Inspection Standards

2 int

  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**
  • 53B-13-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-06: **Time Extended**

2/26/2026· 1mo ago

Visit ID: 13555558

Follow-up Inspection Required

3 high, 3 int, 3 basic

  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Warning
  • 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Warning
  • 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Warning
  • 12A-13-4:High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. - kitchen helper handled soiled foot stool, then handled foods with same gloved hands Warning
  • 12A-09-4:High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. - cook left unit to restart generator, returned to food prep without changing gloves and washing hands Warning
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - pork belly, 82F, pasta 72F, held off temperature control 2 hours - prep cooler: cabbage 45-46F; cut greens 47F; kimchee 46F; cheese 48F; cooked vegetables 50F; shredded chicken 53F; tofu 50F - cooked corn 58F; pork 58F; raw bacon 57F less than four hour Warning
  • 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris or residue. - cutting board at prep table Warning
  • 16-37-1:Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Warning
  • 53B-13-5: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. Warning

10/21/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 13486516

Met Inspection Standards

1 basic

  • 05-09-4:Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.