BEACHSIDE SEAFOOD
120 3 ST S, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-444-8862
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections within 21 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect in dining area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Administrative 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
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler Cooked rice (49F - Cold Holding); Butter (46F - Cold Holding); Raw fish (48F - Cold Holding); House made dressing (46F-48F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 43.7F. Establishment was receiving a food delivery at start of inspection. Side door of cooler was also propped open. Manager closed both entrance and side door to walk in cooler. Observed in a bowl Cole slaw (62F - Cold Holding). Employee voluntarily discarded.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents dusty on cook line and kitchen. Observed Ceiling in office in disrepair.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee food on cutting board of reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor of kitchen. Employee stated they were working on leak.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed prepackaged on site Remoulade, Cocktail, Tartar sauce and House made Horseradish without date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Manager placed dates on Remoulade, Cocktail, Tartar sauce and House made Horseradish when items were prepared.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk in cooler concrete floor not sealed.
Feb 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 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 Cajun Ranch dressing made with buttermilk dated 2-9-2026. See stop sale. Observed in grab and go stand alone cooler House made lemon garlic butter dated 2-9-2026. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Cole slaw (56F-60F - Cold Holding) in a pan on top of cooler items. Manager removed and stored properly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed squeeze bottle of soap stored on shelf over steam well. Manager removed and stored properly. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on top of reach in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
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 with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk in cooler floor and fish prep area not sealed.
Aug 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 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 display grab and go cooler House made Smoked salmon spread, tuna pepper dip,Cilantro garlic butter spread dated 8-21-2025. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Manager voluntarily discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under heat lamp fries (128F - Hot Holding). Manager voluntarily discarded.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed grab and go sushi without date made.
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect in dining area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 6-1-2025.
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.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed glasses wet nesting in upstairs bar. Employee removed and placed in dish machine.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed grab and go food items in stand alone cooler does not include date product was packaged.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed in employee restrooms located outside no employee handwashing signs. Inspector will send a copy of the Employee handwashing sign.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at start of inspection. Employee closed during inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk in cooler floor and fish prep area not sealed.
Feb 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well Lobster bisque (109F - Hot Holding); Clam chowder (110F - Hot Holding); Beans (107F - Hot Holding). Manager placed items in oven to reheat, noticed dial was not turned up to maintain heat. Took temperature of reheated items at 165F and up.
Feb 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well Lobster bisque (109F - Hot Holding); Clam chowder (110F - Hot Holding); Beans (107F - Hot Holding). Manager placed items in oven to reheat, noticed dial was not turned up to maintain heat. Took temperature of reheated items at 165F and up.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink near food preparation. 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 next to utensils in dining area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed forks and spoons with the food-contact surface up. Employee removed and stored properly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk in cooler floor and fish prep area not sealed.
Aug 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder soiled in upstairs bar. Observed drink station with mold like substance around nozzles of unit.
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 employee training expired for 1 employee.
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.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed unwrapped plastic forks not inverted to prevent contamination. Manager will have employee place forks correctly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of single service utensils stored on floor in upstairs bar. Manager will have employee remove and store properly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk in cooler floor and fish prep area not sealed.
Apr 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holster in bar area upstairs soiled. Observed soda station in dining area soiled near nozzles of unit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed pitcher of water in employee hand sink in bar area upstairs. Employee removed and stored properly.
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 food training expired for some employees.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled at top of unit.
Food stored on floor. Observed in dry storage area case of coke stored on floor. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed fans dusty in cooler located in upstairs bar area.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed in dining area forks stored upright with food-contact surface up. Employee removed and stored properly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed concrete floor in fish prep area unsealed.
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed Food manager certification expired, Thomas Zavattiere 8-22-2021.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda station soiled near nozzles of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on shelf near fish cutting station. Employee removed and stored properly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Observed Garbage on the ground around dumpster.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Employee removed and stored properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed cup lids on floor in dry storage room. Employee picked up and stored properly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed Unsealed concrete floor in fish prep area.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Employee removed and stored mop properly.
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.