MASON'S FAMOUS LOBSTER ROLLS
708 CENTRE ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 9145391435
Last inspected Apr 3, 2026 · 4 visits since November 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lobster meat portioned in bowls on top on pan of lobster meat 44-56f not able to maintain 41f. Advised not to place in bowls. Softened butter n line 68f Provided time as a public health form
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On prep table in dish room, spray bottle of disinfectant cleaner stored between single service gloves and plastic wrap. Person in charge moved and stored properly. Also, on bottom shelf of table in hallway, spray bottle of disinfectant spray stored next to open box of craisins. Person in charge moved and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in freezers in hallway and front counter soiled/black stains. Also, exterior of ice chute on soda machine in lobby soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter single service food trays stored under handwash sink paper towel dispenser. Person in charge moved trays. Also, in pan on top of flip top reach in cooler at front counter to go lids not inverted. Person in charge flipped over lids. Also, in office/dry storage box of paper to go bags stored on floor.
Oct 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at front counter, macaroni/cheese 48F. Macaroni/cheese placed into reach in cooler approximately 45 minutes prior - product was overfilled. Top part of product removed, placed into pan, and placed into reach in cooler to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter, melted butter 96F. Person in Charge states butter is held on time, but does not have a written procedure and product was not time marked. Employee time marked item correctly.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit for DDBSA/Lactic Acid used in sanitizer buckets.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. At front counter, melted butter 96F. Person in Charge states butter is held on time, but does not have a written procedure and product was not time marked. Employee time marked item correctly. Inspector emailed Time Control Paperwork.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for one employee working today.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Blue ice bucket near ice machine. Bucket inverted.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employee working today.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door does not fully self-close.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter near hand washing sink, single use trays stored under towels for drying hands exposed to slash. Containers moved and stored correctly. Case of single use cups on floor in manager office. Cups moved and stored correctly..
Mar 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lobster meat portioned in bowls on top on pan of lobster meat 44-56f not able to maintain 41f. Advised not to place in bowls. Softened butter n line 68f Provided time as a public health form
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in cranberry's, moved
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drinks in soup warming area, moved
Nov 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat for triple sink
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink upfront, printed and posted
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.