AREPA LIFE
121 YACHT CLUB DR, Saint Augustine FL 32084
Last inspected Aug 27, 2025 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed black sewage hose, connected from food truck to commissary's dump outlet, leaking through holes onto ground next to food truck.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024055395 | Jul 15, 2024 | Feb 17, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board soiled with food debris.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one food handler expired.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in deep freezer preventing lid from fully closing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed flip-top cooler gasket soiled with food debris.
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Single-service articles stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed single service bags next to hand sink. Person in charge moved bags.
Jan 31, 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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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed food truck window and rear door left open without screening while food is being prepared in food truck.
Jan 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed food truck window and rear door left open without screening while food is being prepared in food truck.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed clear plastic food containers washed without out sanitizing per person in charge. Triple sink set up 50ppm chlorine.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 8 live flying insects breeding and flying around hand washing station in kitchen.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed waste water leaking from drainage hose connection at truck. Person in charge tightened hose. Hose is gravity draining into sewer system and is backing up due to poor setup.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed food employee handle cell phone with gloves on and proceeded to handle clean utensils without changing gloves and washing hands. Discussed with person in charge.
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by the inability to answer basic food safety questions. Observed sole food employee present on food truck without the knowledge of setting up proper ware washing. Food employee did not know sanitizing is a required step for triple sink ware washing.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by dirty wet rags and hardware repair supplies. Person in charge removed everything from blocking hand washing station.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kits on food truck.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed not chemical sanitizer Observed no available sanitizer for warewashing on truck. Person in charge went to store during inspection and purchased chlorine. Triple sink set up 50ppm chlorine.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed cooked chicken, pork, rice frozen without date marks.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair metal table under service window.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler torn.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler soiled with food debris.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed sliding window left open without screening. Observed exterior door to food truck not self-closing and open creating environmental contamination risks.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed two wet sipping cloths stored in hand washing station sink.
No portable fire extinguisher present. For reporting purposes only. Observed no portable fire extinguisher on truck.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Observed hood system in truck not on and not functioning per person in charge. Person in charge is using fryers and flat top grill that is producing grease laden vapors and smoke.
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by plastic containers. Person in charge unblocked sink.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling leak in driving area of food truck.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of driving area of food truck.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers soiled with black/green mold like substance. Observed glass door on reach in cooler soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Aug 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed food truck service window does not have sliding windows that can be closed between guests. Window is left open allowing environmental contamination to occur inside food truck.
Jul 15, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed food truck service window does not have sliding windows that can be closed between guests. Window is left open allowing environmental contamination to occur inside food truck.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed cutting boards and utensils not sanitized after washing in triple sink.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately four live flying insects inside food truck landing on squeeze bottles filled with food, and while food preparation is happening.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/2024
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed black sewage hose, connected from food truck to commissary's dump outlet, leaking through holes onto ground next to food truck.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels available at all on food truck. Discussed with person in charge.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Observed no sanitizer being used at triple sink. Discussed with person in charge and they do not have any chemical or high temperature water for sanitization.
Ceiling/ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling inside food truck showing warping and buckling from water damage. Observed ceiling leak in driving area of food truck.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor next to driver seat.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed multiple grill utensils with melted handles.
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling of cab. Observed cleanable liner on ceiling hanging down. Person in charge states handy man has scheduled repairs and will install stainless steel liners.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in front cab of truck.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on flip-top cooler door soiled with food debris.
Jul 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. MFDV sewage pipe is drip leaking onto ground. Small puddle has formed. Operator was able to close pipe valve. Operator is going to buy quick disconnect hose to hook up to marinas dump outlet.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed beef (110F - Hot Holding); pork (119F - Hot Holding) in steamer well. Well lacking water. Discussed with person in charge to add more water. Person in charge started reheating pork and beef on grill.
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. Observed some employees hired over 60 days with no proof of training.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease. Observed gaskets on reach in coolers soiled with food debris.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.