J.C. SEAFOOD HOUSE
321 MARY ESTHER BLVD, Mary Esther FL 32569 · 850.520.0638
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2022034523 | Jul 13, 2022 | Aug 5, 2022 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at entry to walk in cooler is shut off pending repairs.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tanks at soda syrup station not secured. Manager secured tanks during inspection.
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Oyster tags going back to October 2025 not labeled with last date served.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink by walk in cooler is not operational. Manager stated they are working on repairing unit.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. Observed tote of shucked oysters in walk in cooler without tag present. Manager located tag during inspection.
Sep 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: observed none of the oyster tags, going all the way back to May, have been dated with the date the last oyster was sold.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: observed soda gun behind the bar dirty. Bartender cleaned during inspection.
No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters: observed bowl of shucked oysters in walk-in cooler did not have the tag with it. Manager was able to locate the tag.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin: left side of main ice machine chute dirty with a mold/mildew-like substance. Ice bin at the wait station dirty in the back dirty with a mold/mildew-like substance.
Sep 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 12, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items inside walk in cooler.
Jan 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 4, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pre-cooked corn at 80F for 45 minutes. Operator placed corn back in walk-in cooler to cool.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Unable to determine chronological order due to no tags being marked.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. No oyster tags marked with date.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by makeshift shelf and toaster. Operator removed during inspection.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 proof of certified food manager for establishment.
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 training
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink beside dish area. Operator replaced during inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station on expo line.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food on floor in dry storage area. Operator placed on shelf during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between cold-holding unit and prep table on cook line. Operator removed knife during inspection
Dec 22, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Container of raw pre-shucked clams/mussels/oysters does not have a proper label: Employee states they were shucked this morning. Tag put in container with others.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: Flat surface around the nozzles on the soda machine dirty.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin: Ice bin at wait station interior top is dirty.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food: Plastic container used as scoop in a bag of flour. Employee removed and placed a cup with a handle in the bag with the handle up.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized: Sanitize and rinse sinks ere backwards at the bar. Asked the bar tender the process he uses and he stated he washes the glasses, sanitizes the glasses, and then rinses them. I explained the proper procedure and he drained the sinks and filled them in the correct order.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit: Rice scoop in container of water not at 135° F. Water temped at 69°F. Employee dumped the water out.
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