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MOCAMA BREWING COMPANY

629 S 8 ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904-456-9088

Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 4 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats175
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5501225
Grade history
OCT 23
JAN 25
APR 26
— STEADY

3 inspections within 16 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Two live flying insects at flip top reach in cooler in kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-7
Badges — none earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

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Inspection history

4 visits, newest first

Apr 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Live, small flying insects found. Two live flying insects at flip top reach in cooler in kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-7
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice observed in handwash sinks in the bar.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 certified food manager present during inspection with four employees engaged in foodservice.
Intermediate/53A-05-6
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. Per operator, missing approximately 35 proof of employee food handler training.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid at bar. Operator identified contents as window cleaner and labeled the bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
The state's own report →
Mar 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored on shelf below prep table in kitchen next to potato chips and single use bags. Bottle moved and stored correctly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. In brewery near entrance, breaker missing on faucet where blue hose is attached.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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 for any employee.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No current license could be provided.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on prep table in kitchen near slicer. Bag moved and stored correctly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Multiple green buckets with hops stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign in women's restroom in dining area. Inspector emailed sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrective Action Taken
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in bucket with water near mop sink in kitchen. Mop removed.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired 12/16/2022. Also, certificate is not posted in boiler room. Person in Charge obtained certificate and placed in boiler room.
/48-01-5/Corrective Action Taken
Oct 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter added needs back flow at non-chemical side of splitter. Placed on non-chemical side
High priority/29-42-4/Corrective Action Taken
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 flyer
Intermediate/11-27-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handsink next to ice bin
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handsink upfront behind counter
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In walk in cooler personal foods stored not identified as personal
Basic/08B-49-4
Evidence of employee smoking or vaping. Pink vape on deep freezer in back prep area
Basic/54-02-5
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Open Cases of milk,orange juice Case of butter Multiple bags of hops stored on the floor In walk in cooler
Basic/08B-47-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of 16oz drink cups Togo containers plates stored on floor of kitchen
Basic/25-05-4

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.