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CULHANE'S IRISH PUBLIC HOUSE

967 ATLANTIC BLVD, Atlantic Beach FL 32233 · 904-249-9595

Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 8 visits since January 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats150
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2612480
Grade history
APR 24
NOV 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 2 flying insects. 1 flying insect at enforcement kitchen. 1 flying insect near dish machine in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Badges — 1 earned
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Mar 2, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findings
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 House made Horsey Sauce made with sour cream dated 2-22-2026. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-28-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Mozzarella cheese (46F-48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler in a pan on top of another pan of cooked potatoes. Employee removed and placed inside of walk in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled with mold like substance.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
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 some employee food training expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone on prep table in prep area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing rubber bracelet.
Basic/13-07-4
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Sep 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical dish machine in bar area not sanitizing properly at 0ppm. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 2 flying insects. 1 flying insect at enforcement kitchen. 1 flying insect near dish machine in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel to line the bottom of Raw shell eggs stored in walk in cooler. Manager removed paper towel from raw shell eggs.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hot water tank with a threaded hose Bibb without back flow device. Manager had extra back flow device and placed on hose Bibb.
High priority/29-34-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders soiled in bar area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on prep table next to food prep area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Mar 25, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed house made garlic Parmesan butter sauce made with fresh garlic dated 3-12-2025. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-24-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents soiled on cook line.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing under dish machine.
Basic/29-18-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink in service area near condiments. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4/Repeat Violation
Nov 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate4 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 sister dressing dated 10-26-2024 made with fresh garlic. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-28-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in Stand alone cooler Cooked sausage rolls (52F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated the sausage rolls were made yesterday cut and placed in cooler and has not been removed. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 42F.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in Stand alone cooler Cooked sausage rolls (52F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated the sausage rolls were made yesterday cut and placed in cooler and has not been removed. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 42F. Manager may lower temperature on cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda holder in bar area soiled. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents on cook line soiled.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelet.
Basic/13-07-4
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/13-04-4/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of back door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Jun 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee with no beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4/Return visit Jun 26, 2024 · At callback :time needed to obtain beard guard. Time Extended
Apr 26, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

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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Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Evidence of mop water residue on ground by rear kitchen door.
High priority/28-14-5/Warning
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Restroom doors left open. Closed by manager.
Basic/32-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers
Basic/23-24-4
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee with no beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Minor ice buildup on reach in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Soiled ice scoop container. Moved by manager.
Basic/10-12-5/Corrective Action Taken
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on clean prep tables throughout kitchen. Employee stored drinks properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site

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