GREEN TEA
340 CBL DR STE 105, Saint Augustine FL 32086 · 904.829.1838
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 28 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. On cook line, at end of wok station, under hot box by floor drain, 3 live roaches.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Live, small flying insects found Observed 2 live flying insects in back storage area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with clear liquid substance not labeled. Operator labeled sanitizer.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind and underneath equipment soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on reach in freezer shelves.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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 and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time mark on container of sprouts in kitchen. Placed about 12 noon. Marked by manger.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at Three compartment sink. Degreaser.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket by food containers. Moved by manager.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cut Broccoli stored in same delivery box.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered cut vegetables and meat in walk in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager.
Jun 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink near walk in cooler blocked by trash bin. Operator removed.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard on shelve in walk in cooler. Operator discarded.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind and underneath equipment soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in multiple reach in freezers and deep freezers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar not labeled. Operator labeled.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed food in reach in freezer by back door not dated. Operator dated food during inspection.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed bell peppers and cucumbers over cut onions and broccoli.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed concrete wall by back door not easily cleanable.
Sep 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler a pan of raw bacon was stored inside a pan of raw chicken Operator removed bacon
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In 3 compartment sink, with running water to thaw, shrimp temperature at 81F. Operator stated shrimp was only there for half an hour. Operator drained shrimp and put in walk in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One spray bottle not labeled. Operator stated soap was in bottle and he dated the bottle.
Ceiling tile missing. In back storeroom ceiling tiles missing
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roaches found in between freezers in back storeroom Operator removed dead roach
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several bowls and strainers on shelf over 3 compartment sink have been stacked while still being wet
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In flip top freezer near cook line has ice buildup
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Hand drill for mixing sauces in buckets, stored in back storeroom has debris buildup
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs hanging on side of shelf in the middle of the cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Near rice cooker on cook line,water in bucket with utensils for cooking, temperature 81F
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf over 3 compartment sink is rusting All shelving throughout establishment have debris buildup All floors underneath equipment and items in storage areas have debris buildup
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Concrete wall in back storeroom by back door is not easily cleanable
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. In back storeroom, wood shelves is not sealed
May 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. At front counter, in refrigerator by fryers, aloe Vera burn gel stored in fridge with food. Operator moved to proper storage area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Upon discovery of roaches, operator grabbed household can of raid and attempted to kill roaches.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler, raw chicken stored above raw shrimp. Employee moved to proper storage location.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. On cook line, at end of wok station, under hot box by floor drain, 3 live roaches.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter, operator holding fried chicken at room temperature on counter. Chicken (60F - Cold Holding); Also, in walk in cooler cut cabbage (60F - Cold Holding), employee states he had out during rush for less than 2 hours and returned to refrigeration. No time paperwork or time stamp observed during inspection. Provided time paperwork.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. In walk in cooler noodles (51F - Cooling, retemp 1 hour lapse 50F).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At front counter, hand sink has towels and rubber dish gloves stored in sink.
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 employee training due to all being expired.
Dead roaches on premises. On cook line, at end of wok station, under hot box by floor drain, 1 dead roach by drain.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cook line, hot box/oven, heavily soiled with grease, food debris, and standing liquid inside box.
Dec 4, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach-in cooler at end of cook line, raw pork and raw beef stored over cut cabbage. Employee moved beef and pork.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a reach-in cooler- not all products commercially packaged. In reach-in cooler across from front counter, raw chicken stored over raw beef and cooked pork. Operator rearranged reach-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On shelf next to cook line, raw shell eggs (ambient 60F - Cold Holding) Employee stated he had eggs in and out of the cooler and put eggs in reach-in cooler.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened milk in walk-in cooler missing open date. Employee stated milk was opened 3 days prior and dated milk during inspection.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Across from cook line, cardboard used to line bottom shelf. Operator removed cardboard.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table next to reach-in cooler. Employee moved cell phone
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets slightly torn on door of reach-in cooler across from cook line
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, box of vegetables stored on floor under shelf. Operator moved box during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach-in freezer at end of cook line has heavy ice buildup.
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