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GOLF CLUB AT AMELIA ISLAND

4700 AMELIA ISLAND PKWY, Amelia Island FL 32034 · 904-277-8015

Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats80
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5500557
Grade history
APR 24
JAN 25
APR 25
NOV 25
JUN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 38 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed 18 roach droppings in a box of styrofoam cups in downstairs drink storage room. Observed 10 Roach droppings on tray with rice in food storage room downstairs.
High priority/35A-23-4/Admin Complaint
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $200

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2021005478Dec 8, 2020Mar 17, 2021$200

Inspection history

10 visits, newest first

Jun 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed four (4) flying insects in mop room.
High priority/35A-02-7
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line container of cooked noodles date marked 5/23.
High priority/01B-24-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up reach in cooler on cook line, raw fish (45F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (44F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated door has been open and shut during the morning due to stocking and prepping.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Attached can opener to prep table on other side of cook line soiled with food residue. Operator had employee begin to clean.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator stated he had brand new pack of test strips for Quat sanitizer but cannot find them. Inspector provided test strips till operator can get new ones.
Intermediate/16-37-1/Corrective Action Taken
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One new employee present during inspection with no proof he has been informed of health reporting agreement. Inspector provided operator with DBPR form 5030-103 to operator. He printed out and had new employee sign.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In mop sink room, purple liquid in spray bottle not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two co2 tanks unsecured in bar area. Operator secured tank with chain. Also, one co2 tank not secured in dry storage room near mop sink. Operator secured with chain.
Basic/51-11-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. In downstairs storage room, two containers of fry oil on floor. Operator put milk crates under items to bring off ground. Also, in downstairs storage room two containers of plastic cup lids and to go boxes on floor. Operator moved items to shelf.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease building. Operator stated company is scheduled to come out this week to clean already. Also, fan covers in walk-in cooler downstairs soiled with white dust build up.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrective Action Taken
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On top shelf of cook line, stack of to go boxes not inverted. Operator flipped boxes over.
Basic/25-06-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in keg reach in cooler at bar area.
Basic/29-49-6/Corrected On-Site
Nov 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority4 Intermediate11 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. Milk in reach in cooler not date marked, operator could not tell us when he milk was first opened. Operator threw milk away.
High priority/01B-24-5/Corrective Action Taken
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed 18 roach droppings in a box of styrofoam cups in downstairs drink storage room. Observed 10 Roach droppings on tray with rice in food storage room downstairs.
High priority/35A-23-4/Admin Complaint
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 8 rodent droppings in warmer on wait station pickup line. 3 rodent droppings in utensils drawer drawer next to back handwashing sink. Observed 1 rodent dropping under prep table by back handwashing sink observed 4 rodent droppings in aluminum foil box in downstairs area. Observed 4 Rodent droppings on tray with rice in food storage room downstairs. Observed 6 rodent droppings along wall under uniforms in downstairs area. Observe 2 rodent droppings on shelf in closet area next to dishwashing station. Observed 2 rodent droppings office downstairs.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler not date marked, operator could not tell us when he milk was first opened. Operator threw item away.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Repeat Violation
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One new employee with no approved food handler certification, manager could not provide proof that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Emailed operator DBPR form, she printed multiple copies.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta in reach in cooler on prep line not date marked, operator stated that it had been prepared last Thursday, operator then date marked it.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Soap on main bar not in original container and not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine deflection plate has a mold like substance on it.
Basic/22-20-5
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tanks in bar area not secured. CO2 tanks in kitchen by server pick up station not secure. CO2 tanks in down stairs area by entry point not secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets above ice machine at entrance to kitchen. not inverted. Observed standing water in one.
Basic/24-05-4
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License posted expired 6/1/2024.
Basic/50-09-4/Repeat Violation
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach observed in trap under main bar. 1 dead roach on floor behind office door in kitchen area.
Basic/35A-03-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on bottom of food prep table on cook line with food items. Employee moved items to designated area.
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. Observed Employees Bluetooth speaker on bottom of food prep table on cook line. Employee moved.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floors walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under bar by kitchen entrance had broken glass under front counter.
Basic/36-73-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No handwashing sign at main bar area handwashing sink.
Basic/31B-04-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service styrofoam items stored on floor in bar area.
Basic/25-05-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in keg beer reach in coolers at lounge bar.
Basic/29-49-6
May 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In stand up reach in cooler on cook line, five (5) sealed packages of thawed grouper are unopened. Grouper discarded. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-03-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In ice bath on cook line, container of shrimp salad 51F. Shrimp salad placed on line approximately five (5) minutes prior. Shrimp salad moved to reach in cooler to cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In upstairs walk in cooler, container of milk opened two (2) days prior has no date mark. Employee dated product.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No proof of any certified food manager could be provided.
Intermediate/53A-02-7/Warning
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/ No certified food manager present with five (5) employees working. Person in Charge states she will be certifying soon.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Corrective Action Taken
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of any food handler training could be provided.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In stand up reach in cooler on cook line, five (5) sealed packages of thawed grouper are unopened. Grouper discarded. See stop sale.
Basic/06-09-1
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No license could be provided.
Basic/50-09-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
Basic/24-08-4
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen.
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. Container of oil on floor in kitchen near cook line. Oil moved and stored correctly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing signs in both men's and women's restrooms in dining area. Signs posted.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above cooking equipment.
Basic/23-03-4
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Small unwrapped straws and stirrers on bar top within customer reach. Items moved and stored correctly.
Basic/25-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. On cook line, red sanitizer bucket tested 0ppm. Solution discarded and refilled - tested 200ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of flour not labeled. Cook labeled flour.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Jan 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

7 High priority2 Intermediate5 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. Dish person handled soiled utensils with gloved hands in dish area, and immediately handled clean dishes with same gloved hands without removing gloves and washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Establishment uses orange "Home Depot" buckets for ice. Buckets discarded.
High priority/14-15-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, hard boiled eggs stored overnight 47F. Eggs discarded. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line, hard boiled eggs stored overnight 47F. Eggs discarded. See stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In food warmer by expo line, fried potatoes 70F. Potatoes heated approximately 60 minutes prior. Potatoes reheated to 171F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In back storage area, canisters of butane fuel stored next to clean dishes and single use items. Butane moved and stored correctly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at the end of the splitter for mop sink faucet where red hose is attached. Chef states he will order breaker.
High priority/29-42-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of bottom convection oven in kitchen.
Intermediate/22-02-4
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No testing device available. Chef states will call to order.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen area. Also, acoustic style tiles in kitchen are not sealed/painted.
Basic/36-32-5
Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Red sanitizer bucket stored in top of prep table in kitchen. Bucket moved and stored correctly.
Basic/21-19-4/Corrected On-Site
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom in lobby area. Covered receptacle placed into common area.
Basic/32-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In prep area on shelf below prep table, multiple jackets and bags stored with dry pasta. Items moved and stored correctly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in small storage area adjacent to dish area.
Basic/36-73-4
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. 2 open gallons of milk in glass cooler across from cook line
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink used to fill up glasses of water for customers
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked chilli in walk in cooler dated 4-1. States was previously frozen
Intermediate/02C-06-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pulled pork in single door cooler on cook line
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on line No hair restraint,moved
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs On oven doors,moved
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Nov 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine upstairs and I've machine down stairs,.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · No violation observed Time Extended
Dustless cleaning methods not utilized when exposed food present. Fan covers in walk in cooler. Down stairs
Basic/36-20-4/Return visit Nov 1, 2023 · No violation observed Time Extended
Oct 27, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs over hot dogs. In stand up cooler on side of line, moved to store correctly
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ham 50f turkey 50f chick peas 48f cut tomatoes 49f Cheese 51f boiled eggs 50f in reach in cooler on line. Placed on ice
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine upstairs and I've machine down stairs,.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Dustless cleaning methods not utilized when exposed food present. Fan covers in walk in cooler. Down stairs
Basic/36-20-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal drinks on prep areas, moved
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Evidence of employee smoking or vaping. Vape stored on cook line in kitchen, moved to person it belongs to
Basic/54-02-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven doors. Moved
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site

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