CORKY BELL'S SEAFOOD & STEAKS
1049 FLOYD ST, Fleming Island FL 32003 · 904-284-1379
Last inspected Jun 16, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches under service station reach-in cooler.
★ 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--2026038796 | Apr 14, 2026 | Jun 24, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jun 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. Raw beef steaks stored in same container with open package of hot dogs. Operator removed hot dogs.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth solution in prep area tested at 200+ppm chlorine. Employee remade solution to 100ppm chlorine.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used as a shelf liner on dry storage rack. Operator removed cardboard.
Floor/wall/ceiling/vent soiled/has accumulation of debris. Multiple ceiling tiles on cook make line with dust. Also, multiple ceiling tiles in dining room around vents has black mold-like substance.
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Leak under handwash sink by back exit. Also, hot water leaks under handwash sink in kitchen when turned on.
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Observed single-service cups stored in screened outside back patio.
Apr 16, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 15, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches under service station reach-in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 43 rodent droppings found in the following areas; Approximately 30 rodent droppings under bag in box storage rack 3 rodent droppings at and to right of speed rack in dry storage 10 rodent droppings in blue bin on dry storage rack storing clean lids
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 5 sticky traps with approximately 60 dead roaches under server reach-in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach at can storage before dry storage room. Operator removed and discarded dead roach.
Apr 14, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches under service station reach-in cooler.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 43 rodent droppings found in the following areas; Approximately 30 rodent droppings under bag in box storage rack 3 rodent droppings at and to right of speed rack in dry storage 10 rodent droppings in blue bin on dry storage rack storing clean lids
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. 5 sticky traps with approximately 60 dead roaches under server reach-in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach at can storage before dry storage room. Operator removed and discarded dead roach.
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towel used to line container of strawberries in server reach-in cooler. Employee removed paper towel.
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. Hush puppy mix held on time controls has no time marking. Per operator, mix placed out at 1:00 and employee added time marking.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with green liquid in kitchen. Operator removed and disposed of chemical.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Two cooks wearing a bracelet(s).
Floor/wall/ceiling/ceiling vents soiled/has accumulation of debris. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen have dust. Floor under shelving in walk-in cooler is soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelves have rust.
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Three live flying insects in kitchen. One live flying insect at ice machine.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2025.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw scallops (46F - Cold Holding); raw fish (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (54F - Cold Holding); stuffed flounder (44F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); ribs (56F - Cold Holding); cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in main reach in cooler in the kitchen. Per employee, all products placed in unit 3.5 hours prior. All moved to walk in cooler. Also, observed raw scallops (47F - Cold Holding); raw fish (47F/46F/50F/44F/47F - Cold Holding); raw oyster (48F - Cold Holding); raw clams (45F - Cold Holding) in breading station reach in cooler. Per employee, all products placed in unit 3.75 hours prior. All products moved to walk in cooler.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Accumulation of dead insects in fly light sticky trap at kitchen entrance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling at the seam in the walk in freezer has separated. Flooring at the seam in walk in freezer is lifted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee handbag stored on top of take out silverware kits. Employee moved bag to proper storage.
Food stored on floor. Cases of lettuce on the floor in the walk in cooler. Cases of bag in box soda stored on the floor by soda rack.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee moved tongs to proper storage.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups and take out trays stored on the floor at dry storage.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water observed in main kitchen reach in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelves have rust.
Feb 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top reach in cooler on service line, coleslaw (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F - Cold Holding); house made ranch (56F - Cold Holding); spicy ranch (49F - Cold Holding).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale. In flip top reach in cooler on service line, coleslaw (53F - Cold Holding); cheese (54F - Cold Holding); house made ranch (56F - Cold Holding); spicy ranch (49F - Cold Holding). Per person in charge, all products in cooler overnight.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On mop sink with attached splitter, vacuum breaker missing from non-chemical side of attached hose.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice observed in handwash sink on service line.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Three unlabeled spray bottles, one with pink liquid, two with yellow liquid, on rack at mop sink. Employee could not identify chemicals and discarded all.
Clean linens stored on floor. Clean wiping cloths stored on the floor in outside storage area. Employee moved all cloths from floor.
Floor/wall/ceiling/vents soiled/has accumulation of debris. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen and prep area are soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of both kitchen microwaves and microwave on service line are soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk-in cooler shelving has rust.
Sep 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live flying insect at breading station. Two live flying insects on service line. One live flying insect in men's restroom.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Approximately 50 live ants at breading station in right corner. Employees removed/killed ants and cleaned the area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken strips in breading station reach in cooler at 47F. Per employee, chicken was out of refrigeration for approximately 30 minutes. Employee put chicken in walk in freezer. 20 minutes later temperature at 41F.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two unlabeled spray bottles, one with clear liquid, one with yellow liquid under small prep table by dish room.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling vents in kitchen and prep areas are soiled.
Clean linens stored on floor. Clean wiping cloths/linens stored on the ground at outside storage area.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating from bowl in front of take out packaging area on the service line.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Spoon for hush puppy batter is wrapped with duct tape.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving has rust.
Feb 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in hand wash sink in kitchen.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Fly light at entrance to kitchen has accumulation of dead flying insects. Operator removed and replaced the sticky trap in the light.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Interior of dish machine has build up of debris.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Spoon for hush puppy batter has the handle wrapped in electrical tape. Operator removed spoon from batter.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil for grits in standing water at 100F on shelf above stove top. Manager removed the water.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp thawing in prep sink with no running water. Employee panned up shrimp and placed in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving has rust.
Sep 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. Two live flying insects at breading station in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler next to fryers, raw chicken stored above ready-to-eat cut lemons and cut squash. Employee moved raw chicken to bottom shelf.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen and ware washing area soiled.
Food stored on floor. Bucket with cornmeal on floor in kitchen. Employee elevated bucket of cornmeal. Bag in box soda on floor in front of soda storage rack.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple pairs of tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee moved all tongs to proper storage. Utensils in standing water at 87F beside steam table. Employee emptied water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Plating around nozzles on soda machine have build up of 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.