KENWOOD INN
38 MARINE ST, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 904-824-2116
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings on bottom shelf of dry storage area. 4 under 3 compartment sink and 4 on left side of refrigerator.
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings on bottom shelf of dry storage area. 4 under 3 compartment sink and 4 on left side of refrigerator.
Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings on bottom shelf of dry storage area. 4 under 3 compartment sink and 4 on left side of refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sitting out on the counter; Eggs 75F; ( - Cold Holding). Per chef eggs have been out since 7:30Am. Now 9:30am. Placed on time control.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Milk 49F, butter 51F, gravy 49F, cream cheese 51F, salmon 47F, bacon 47F; ( - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Milk 49F, butter 51F, gravy 49F, cream cheese 51F, salmon 47F, bacon 47F; ( - Cold Holding)
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Refrigerator is 50F and not keeping food cold.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Milk 49F, butter 51F, gravy 49F, cream cheese 51F, salmon 47F, bacon 47F; ( - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Milk 49F, butter 51F, gravy 49F, cream cheese 51F, salmon 47F, bacon 47F; ( - Cold Holding)
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Refrigerator is 50F and not keeping food cold.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave is soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves are soiled with debris.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour not labeled in cabinet.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Food stored on floor. Observed plastic water bottles on floor new reach in freezers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand washing station missing sign emailed person in charge sign.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file for food service. Observed hand washing station in adjacent room from kitchen behind closed door and observed hand washing violations.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file for food service. Observed hand washing station in adjacent room from kitchen behind closed door and observed hand washing violations.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file for food service. Observed hand washing station in adjacent room from kitchen behind closed door and observed hand washing violations.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file for food service. Observed hand washing station in adjacent room from kitchen behind closed door and observed hand washing violations.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Food employee handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up sanitized clean dishes or utensils. Observed employee place dirty dishes inside triple sink and start polishing cleaned and sanitized utensils without handwashing. Discussed with employee.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by closed door and laundry.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed no plans on file for food service. Observed hand washing station in adjacent room from kitchen behind closed door and observed hand washing violations.
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
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.