Eat SafelyIn Florida

BEACH DINER

2006 S 8 ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904.310-3750

Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats112
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5500966
Grade history
OCT 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed excess amount of water on floor after using hand wash sink at kitchen entrance on cook line, discovered clogged drain linked to sink, backing up onto floor. Manager had drain unclogged, floors cleaned and sanitized.
High priority/28-26-5/Corrected On-Site
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Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler on cook line, raw beef in top drawer over fully cooked turkey sausage in bottom drawer. Drawers have no divider. Employee moved raw beef.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler under grill on cook line, sour kraut (51F - Cold Holding); roast beef (55F - Cold Holding); sausage patty (54F - Cold Holding); pork chops (44F - Cold Holding). Operator stated all items were stocked in cooler 2 hours prior. Operator had employee put ice bags on products. In flip top reach in cooler at end of cook line, raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding); milk (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated all items were stocked 1 hour prior. Ambient air of cooler is 54F. Operator is moving all items and is going to have someone come look at cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of bleach hung on metal rail over three compartment sink with clean utensils. Operator moved spray bottle.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on dish area not labeled. Manager labeled bottle bleach.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. To go ramekin used as scoop in pico on cook line. Employee removed cup.
Basic/14-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on flip top reach in cooler at beginning of cook line melted on edges.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on bottom shelf of prep table next to plastic wrap and bag of breading. Operator moved breading and wrap so drink is on shelf by itself.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cook line soiled with grease and food debris. Also, wall behind cook line soiled with grease and food debris. Also, wall in server area in dining room peeling. Also, floor under dry storage shelves soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cook line soiled with grease. Also, tables under grills on cook line soiled with black residue/build up. Also, gaskets on cook line soiled with food debris.
Basic/23-03-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of beer cooler at bar area.
Basic/29-49-6
Feb 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of Garbanzo beans dented at the seem, operator disposed of can.
High priority/01B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed excess amount of water on floor after using hand wash sink at kitchen entrance on cook line, discovered clogged drain linked to sink, backing up onto floor. Manager had drain unclogged, floors cleaned and sanitized.
High priority/28-26-5/Corrected On-Site
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. On speciali menu observed Mayport fried shrimp. When asked what shrimp was served person in charge provided shrimp with origin from India. Person in charge not able to provide invoice for Mayport Shrimp. Began changing menu during inspection.
Intermediate/52-01-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Menu states Fresh Florida orange juice, but is utilizing Natalie's commercially processed bottled juice, manager began changing menu during inspection.
Intermediate/52-02-4/Corrective Action Taken/Admin Complaint
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed helium tank in exterior Outback area not secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen and wait station areas not smooth and easily cleanable.
Basic/36-37-5
Equipment in poor repair. Food prep table at end of cook line has rusted out bottom with a hole in it.
Basic/14-11-5
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Two Spatulas on cook line missing pieces and has chipped edges. Manager dispose of utensils
Basic/14-10-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up around freezer door.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven handle, manager removed tongs.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid open.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employee cutting carrots employee was asked if he washes the carrots, employee stated that he was going to wash carrots after cutting them.
Basic/08B-39-4
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. On rack in prep area found 11 cans of water chestnuts 1 can of corn beef hash 1 can of country style gravy
High priority/01B-01-4
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. Dishwater was reading 0ppm when tested for sanitizer. Manager added sanitizer and re ran the dishwasher when tested it was at 50ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. egg shell (54F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding); (46F); shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cheese (46F - Cold Holding), all items in top section of Reach in cooler at beginning of cook line, per manager lids and doors constantly open for several hours, manager states all items will be used up within 4 hours, all items placed on time control.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multiple bottles of soap and sanitizer stored over paper products in storage unit near bathrooms
High priority/41-10-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled Top of ice machine inside was soiled
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. On rack in prep area found 11 cans of water chestnuts 1 can of corn beef hash 1 can of country style gravy
Basic/08B-20-4
Open dumpster lid. Manager closed lid
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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 tested 0ppm (twice). Manager readjusted sanitizer bucket (low amount in bucket) and tested 50ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In flip top cooler near salad prep area, raw salmon stored over ready to eat bagels. Items moved and stored correctly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler nearest rear exit door, cooked potatoes, cooked chicken, cooked greens 49F. Manager states that the door for walk in cooler was opened/closed constantly during breakfast (Person in Charge did not state this before manager returned from errand). Items were voluntarily discarded after discussion with manager.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing chemical bleach cleaner stored in prep sink area next to thawing chicken. Bottle moved and stored correctly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment holds multiple items on time control which were time marked correctly but no written plan is available. Inspector emailed Time Control paperwork.
Intermediate/03F-10-5/Corrective Action Taken
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemical bleach cleaner stored in prep sink area next to thawing chicken. Bottle labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Blue ice bucket by ice machine in kitchen. Bucket inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In small closet near entrance to kitchen, employee purse stored on shelf with single use straws. Purse moved and stored correctly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic cups in large server stations across from bar in dining area.
Basic/24-08-4
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under both server stations in dining room. Employee began cleaning floors.
Basic/36-73-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in men's restroom. Sign posted.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Oct 4, 2024Call 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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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. Cook on cook line touched personal eyeglasses and face and immediately handled clean equipment without washing hands. Server on expo line handled personal cell phone and immediately handled plated food without washing hands. Dishwasher handled soiled dishes and immediately handled clean dishes without washing hands. Manager coached employees on proper hand washing procedures. Employees washed hands correctly.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Oct 4, 2024 · On cook line, cook cracked raw shelled eggs into pan and immediately grabbed spinach leaves from flip top cooler and placed into pan to cook for another item. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. Admin Complaint Corrective Action Taken
Oct 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate6 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. Cook on cook line touched personal eyeglasses and face and immediately handled clean equipment without washing hands. Server on expo line handled personal cell phone and immediately handled plated food without washing hands. Dishwasher handled soiled dishes and immediately handled clean dishes without washing hands. Manager coached employees on proper hand washing procedures. Employees washed hands correctly.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Dishwasher only washed hands for approximately three (3) seconds. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
High priority/12A-17-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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. On cook line near grill, cooked potatoes are not accurately time marked as board reflecting times has multiple entires including one in the future. Cook could not determine which time was correct. Cook believes that potatoes were marked for 0800. All other entries erased.
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. On pass through window, cooked potatoes 124F. Potatoes prepared approximately 30 minutes prior. Potatoes moved to grill to be reheated.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored near triple sink. Bottle labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Two (2) blue ice buckets laying on side at ice machine in kitchen. Buckets inverted.
Basic/24-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in walk in cooler.
Basic/36-17-5
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under server station equipment in dining area.
Basic/36-73-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink on end of expo line. Hand washing sink in women's restroom in dining area. Inspector emailed sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrective Action Taken
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment. Lid closed.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk white container of sugar in dry storage area. Container labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Feb 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker at mop sink in incorrect location, Vacuum breaker needed on splitter on non-chemical sides of splitter
High priority/29-34-4/Return visit Feb 5, 2024 · Time Extended
Dec 6, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Server handled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food without washing hands. Sever wiped away food overflow with finger. Discussed with manager
High priority/12A-02-4
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. Incorrect time marking on cooked breakfast potatoes on line. Time marked placed out at 10am but was only 9:40. Manager placed on correct time
High priority/03F-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker at mop sink in incorrect location, Vacuum breaker needed on splitter on non-chemical sides of splitter
High priority/29-34-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 6 kitchen employees in food prep no manager on duty, Manager came during inspection
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Intermediate/53B-05-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple Clear bottles with blue substance inside unlabeled
Intermediate/41-17-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler handle it's built up debris
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Person drink over prep area where bread is toasted, discarded
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal cell phone stored on top of foam Togo cup on line. Cell phone moved
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Salads station employees wearing bracelet
Basic/13-07-4
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Spoons in clear container in dry storage area with food contact side facing up
Basic/24-18-4
Jul 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. 0 ppms, placed new bucket under primed
High priority/22-41-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food.
High priority/12A-07-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager in kitchen on cook line no hair restraint
Basic/13-03-4
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Near walk in cooler, moved
Basic/35B-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. I'm walk in cooler blue cracked lid on peppers onion red mix inside
Basic/14-38-4

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