DENUCCIS
2210 SADLER RD, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904-310-6837
Last inspected Apr 13, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
4 inspections within 29 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Waste sewage with evidence of fecal is backed up in unisex restroom floor drain when toilet is being used and toilet also overflowing as well when flushed. No other restroom available in establishment on premises. Operator has closed sign on bathroom door to inform customers that bathrooms out of order.
★ 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--2025034448 | Feb 17, 2025 | May 20, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk in carton in flip top reach in cooler at 45F. Employee states milk was left out on the counter for approximately 10 minutes. Milk placed in reach-in freezer and temperature taken approximately 10 minutes later at 40F.
Equipment in poor repair. Right door gasket on stand up reach-in cooler is torn.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Takeout containers stored on the floor by restroom. Employee moved containers to shelving.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall under the triple sink is soiled.
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Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth solution by triple sink tested at 0ppm quaternary ammonium. Employee remade solution to 200ppm quaternary ammonium.
Feb 18, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Waste sewage with evidence of fecal is backed up in unisex restroom floor drain when toilet is being used and toilet also overflowing as well when flushed. No other restroom available in establishment on premises. Operator has closed sign on bathroom door to inform customers that bathrooms out of order.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Some employees food handler certificates not original. Operator has blank original certificates that can be used
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two CO2 Tanks next to ware washing area not secured
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with watch on wrist
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Equipment in poor repair. Upright double door reach in cooler has torn gasket on right side door
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light stored on wall over prep table with stored clean equipment in between upright reach in freezer and upright reach in cooler in kitchen area
Jan 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 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. In reach in cooler by hot dog warmer, package of hot dogs opened eleven (11) days prior. Hot dogs discarded.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Breaker missing on outside faucet in dumpster area where black hose is attached.
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104 (Clean Up Instructions for Vomitting/Diarrhea).
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment has thirty-eight seats including indoor and outdoor seats, but establishment is only licensed for ten (10). Inspector sent change of record form to change seat number and emailed establishment Seating Change Evaluation Form.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ceiling vent in back dry storage area is dusty.
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Back flow preventer needed on non-chemical side of splitter
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on plastics clean containers on drying racks
Plumbing system in disrepair. Restroom toilet not flush with out the possibility of returning water.
Oct 9, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Back flow preventer needed on non-chemical side of splitter
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handsink, employee provided
A minimum of one bathroom facility is not available for public use. Establishment has signs placed on door states Seriously Broken Restrooms. Observed sign stating restroom for employees only can only be flushed once every 20 minutes. Discussed with operator about having a restroom accessible for customers
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Long haired male working scooping and prepping ice cream and shakes
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on plastics clean containers on drying racks
Plumbing system in disrepair. Restroom toilet not flush with out the possibility of returning water.
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.