ABBQ
461 ATLANTIC BLVD, Atlantic Beach FL 32233 · 904.853-6427
Last inspected Mar 24, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections trending down, 13 points off where it started.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed accumulation of dead insects in device located in kitchen and in bar area. Observed dead flying insect on clean bottle located on dry rack.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler House made Greek dressing made with fresh minced garlic dated 3-6-2026. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well located at entrance of kitchen Queso (122F - Hot Holding). Manager removed to reheat. Observed in steam well on cook line Queso (124F - Hot Holding); Baked beans (121F - Hot Holding). Manager will remove and reheat.
Mar 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler House made Greek dressing made with fresh minced garlic dated 3-6-2026. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler across from grill Sour cream (52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F. Employee stated lid has been off of reach in cooler. Manager placed lid on reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed House made ranch dressing in squeeze bottle on cook line held on Time As A Public Health Control without a time mark. Manager placed time mark on dry erase board.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well located at entrance of kitchen Queso (122F - Hot Holding). Manager removed to reheat. Observed in steam well on cook line Queso (124F - Hot Holding); Baked beans (121F - Hot Holding). Manager will remove and reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled with mold like substance.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at employee handwashing sink located in room across from outside cookers. Manager replaced soap at handwashing station.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Food stored on floor. Observed at soda storage area box of soda tonic stored on the floor. Employee removed and stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in stand alone freezer located in room across from outside cookers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use wiping towel under cutting board located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Sep 25, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 9 flying insects. 2 flying insects in front bar area. 3 flying insects on service jline. 1 flying insect on cook line. 3 flying insects in ware washing area.
Sep 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee engaging in food preparation drop something on floor and proceeded to pick it up from floor and then proceeded to engage in food preparation touch. Observed employee engaging in food preparation touch glasses with gloved hands and proceeded to engage back in food preparation without. Inspector intervened and spoke to employee regarding hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly.
Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 9 flying insects. 2 flying insects in front bar area. 3 flying insects on service jline. 1 flying insect on cook line. 3 flying insects in ware washing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on service line Potato salad (46F - Cold Holding. Manager stated potato salad was pulled from walk in cooler and placed in cooler on service line. Manager placed potato salad back in freezer to bring potato salad in temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed sauerkraut, House made ranch dressing and caramelized onions held on Time As A Public Health Control without time mark. Manager placed time mark on board.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bucket of sanitizer stored next to employee mixing sauces. Employee moved under table to eliminate possible contamination.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vent soiled on cook line.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in ware washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on shelf near reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing watch and bracelet.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs hanging on stoves on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Mar 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect on cookline.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed accumulation of dead insects in device located in kitchen and in bar area. Observed dead flying insect on clean bottle located on dry rack.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not adequately secured. Manager will secure CO2 tanks.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed few ceiling tiles missing in ware washing area. Observed ceiling air vents dusty.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed dishes not inverted on clean dry rack located near ware washing area. Manager will remove and store properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk-in cooler large containers of sausage stored on floor. Manager will remove and store properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open during inspection.
Oct 22, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 3 flying insects. 2 flying insects in kitchen area. 1 flying insect in bar area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 6-1-2024.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents in kitchen dusty near storage area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug gun stored on top of bread located in kitchen. Manager removed and stored gun properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mops not stored properly to air dry. Manager properly stored the mops to air dry.
May 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. Dishwasher handled soiled items in dish area and immediately handled clean pot from dish machine without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In cabinets below drink dispenser in dining area, container of bleach stored with sugar packets. Bleach moved and stored correctly.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Carton of cream opened two days prior stored in reach in cooler at bar. Cream dated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in front dining area was used to fill a water pitcher and was used to rinse off outside of sauce bottle. Inspector coached employees on proper hand washing sink procedures.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. One manager could not provide manager certification.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand washing sink in cutting room. Manager changed batteries for dispenser to operate.
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. Missing for one employee (bartender) working today.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing blue chemical cleaner stored near dish area in chemical storage.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Two blue ice buckets stored at ice machine in kitchen. Buckets inverted.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee silver drink cup on large prep table in kitchen. Cup moved and stored correctly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee working in cutting room. Hat placed on.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Dumpster outside of establishment.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. In cutting room near smokers, large white chest freezer is rusted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers. Manager states they will be cleaned this week. Sides of grill on cook line.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Red sanitizer bucket on floor near large prep area in kitchen. Bucket moved and stored correctly.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle of apple cider vinegar in smoker room.
Apr 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 30, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed establishment without approved HACCP plan for special process. Establishment has submitted plan and is under review.
Nov 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect on service line. Manager stated that pest control just came this morning.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed 2 bags of cream cheese jalapeño spread dated 11-9-2023 located in freezer before smoker area. See stop sale. Observed in stand alone cooler house made blue cheese portion cups dated 11-9-2023. See stop sale
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. Observed establishment without approved HACCP plan for special process. Establishment has submitted plan and is under review.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on drain board next to clean glassware in bar area. Observed employee drink stored on prep table on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored on shelf in food storage. Observed Employee personal speaker, and phone and lighter stored on top of table located in smoker area next to bottle of mustard. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled.
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