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942699 OLD NASSAUVILLE RD, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904 277 2580
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor under breading table next to fryers. Employee was able to clean roach. Also, observed approximately 30 live roaches at bottom of oven on cook line. Employee began to spray and kill. Also, observed 1 live roach on floor in front of heat lamp table.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025014293 | Dec 6, 2024 | Mar 31, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2022056843 | Aug 17, 2022 | Feb 3, 2023 | $400 |
| 5--2019037495 | Jun 10, 2019 | Jan 15, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one (1) live flying insect by handwash sink in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up reach in freezer next to office, open box of raw shredded beef stored above open bag of sweet potato fries. Manager moved raw beef sheets to bottom of cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In stand up reach in cooler in dish area, pan of raw beef patties stored on pan of lobster roll mix with fully cooked lobster. Manager switched items.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In stand up warmer in kitchen, mashed potatoes (121F-133F - Hot Holding). Three pans of mashed potatoes prepared at 9 am. Temperature taken 5 hours later. See stop sale.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler next to fryers, gizzards (44F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item was out to make a few orders then put back into cooler. Also, in bottom of seafood boil reach in cooler, Cooked shrimp (46F - Cold Holding). Item out for order then put back into cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In stand up warmer in kitchen, mashed potatoes (121F-133F - Hot Holding). Three pans of mashed potatoes prepared at 9 am. Temperature taken 5 hours later. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multiple chemicals stored on metal rack in back room above toilet paper and paper towels. Manager moved single service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards for reach in coolers stained.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in women's restroom. Manager stocked paper towels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On metal rack in back room, spray bottle of light purple liquid and spray bottle of dark blue liquid not labeled. Manager labeled bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine deflector plate soiled. Manager began to clean.
Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in outdoor walk-in cooler soiled. Also, floor under table on expo/server station soiled with food debris. Also, wall under dish/three compartment sink soiled with build up. Also, ceiling peeling in dining room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above grill/fryers soiled with grease build up. Also, gaskets on stand up reach in cooler and seafood boiled cooler soiled with food debris/torn. Also, around soda nozzles on machine behind bar soiled with mold-like substance. Employee began to clean.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. In flip top reach in cooler near office, avocado in use with sticker still on skin.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of flip top reach in cooler next to fryers soiled with rust and food debris.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Multiple shelves lines with tin foil that is torn/soiled.
Utensils in poor condition. Spatulas hanging on metal rail above three compartment sink in disrepair. One chipped and handle melted on other one.
Jun 3, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 2, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 live flying insect near flip top reach in cooler on cook line. Also, observed approximately 7 live flying insects under steam table in kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor under breading table next to fryers. Employee was able to clean roach. Also, observed approximately 30 live roaches at bottom of oven on cook line. Employee began to spray and kill. Also, observed 1 live roach on floor in front of heat lamp table.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 40 roach droppings on wooden beams at bar.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches on interior edge of door of reach in cooler on cook line.
Jun 1, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
6 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of New England style beans dented at top near rim of can.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 live flying insect near flip top reach in cooler on cook line. Also, observed approximately 7 live flying insects under steam table in kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor under breading table next to fryers. Employee was able to clean roach. Also, observed approximately 30 live roaches at bottom of oven on cook line. Employee began to spray and kill. Also, observed 1 live roach on floor in front of heat lamp table.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed approximately 40 roach droppings on wooden beams at bar.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line, gizzards (44F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (44F - Cold Holding). Operator stated item was probably out while preparing order and then put back in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. On cook line, Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 400+ppm). Operator added more water to bucket and rechecked at 200ppm.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches on interior edge of door of reach in cooler on cook line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone and keys on top shelf above reach in cooler on cook line. Operator moved phone and keys.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior front and back screen door have gap and not fully sealed when closed.
Floor, walls and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers soiled with food debris and grease. Also, floor under pass through table soiled with grease and food debris. Also, wall behind cook line soiled with grease. Also, floor under reach in freezers near office soiled with food debris.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Multiple holes in wall under cook line tables.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. One pair of tongs hung on front of fryer on cool line. Operator moved tongs.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cook line soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets in kitchen soiled/torn.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Shelf used to store fry oil has heavily torn tin foil. Operator began to change.
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine at 0ppm chlorine. Person in charge primed and retested at 0ppm chlorine. Person in charge set up triple sink and called service for machine.
Dec 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dishwasher machine at 0ppm chlorine. Person in charge primed and retested at 0ppm chlorine. Person in charge set up triple sink and called service for machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in hot box mashed potatoes (124F - Hot Holding); green beans (117F - Hot Holding); Mac n cheese (120F - Hot Holding); baked beans (119F - Hot Holding) for less than 1 hour per person in charge. Person in charge had employee reheat on stove during inspection. All products temped 165+F by end of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing station near hotbox used to fill water bucket.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one(1) dead roach on floor in employee restroom. Person in charge cleaned up and removed dead roach.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hot box warmer door not staying closed without the aid of a bungee cord.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior back door with gap showing visible light.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor near fountain drink machine at bar.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed no light shields on lights a In ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top coolers soiled with food debris.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server washed hands in hand washing sink by cook line for approximately five (5) seconds. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer near back storage area, opened case of raw beef stored over ready to eat sweet potato french fries. Items moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Breaker missing on outside faucet on side of building where black hose is attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Knives of knife magnet in prep area. Knives removed and placed into dish machine to be cleaned.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in kitchen is peeling.
Equipment in poor repair. Door for warmer near cook line in kitchen does not close (bungee cord used to keep closed).
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exit door by ice machine has gap.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Both dumpster and grease receptacle are on crushed shells/dirt.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on fryer handle in kitchen. Tongs moved and stored correctly.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster outside of establishment.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. In silver reach in cooler across from dish machine, employee opened bottle of water. Bottle discarded.
Unpackaged food in an unprotected holding unit in a customer/nonsecure area. Outside walk in cooler is not locked and employees are not monitoring. Walk in cooler locked by manager.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor throughout kitchen.
Dec 7, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 6, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 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 priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately fifty (50) rodent droppings behind stand up white reach in freezer in back food storage/ice machine area adjacent to kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in kitchen is peeling paint.
Dead roaches on premises. Two (2) dead roaches in cabinet below sink in unisex restroom in kitchen. Dead roaches discarded.
Equipment/utensils in poor repair. Door for warming unit by pass through window does not close correctly (bungee cord to hold closed). White handled spatula near grill is melted. Gaskets for two door reach in cooler in prep area of kitchen. Gaskets ordered.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exit door in food storage/ice machine area.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster and grease receptacle are on oyster shells and dirt.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Lights in small dry storage area.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Dumpster outside of establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers on cook line. Sides of fryers on cook line.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor throughout kitchen.
Dec 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Unable to dispense paper towels from dispensers, employee provided some paper towels, looking for key
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on top of microwave next to warmer
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys and cellphone stored over cooler, employee with ponytail placed in pocket
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in kitchen no hair restraint
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fly trap stored in kitchen middle area of kitchen
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cover missing in
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bag of shrimp thawing in back prep area on prep table
Jul 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6-1-23
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dm 0 ppms primed retested
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained.
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