MOON RIVER PIZZA
925 S 14 ST, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904.321.3400
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately sixty (60) rodent droppings in establishment: approximately thirty (30) on floor in back storage area near hot water heater and behind reach in freezer and approximately thirty (30) on floor under dish machine and behind stand up reach in coolers on back side of kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $860
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025047563 | Mar 11, 2025 | Jul 14, 2025 | $300 |
| 5--2025025359 | Jan 9, 2025 | Apr 24, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2017033826 | Jul 12, 2017 | Aug 2, 2017 | $160 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In top of reach in cooler on cook line, sliced ham (57F - Cold Holding). Sliced ham was stocked over fill line 1 hour prior. Manager had employee removed some ham from pan and place in bottom of cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach in coolers had black spots/ stains.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over dry storage and ice machine in back room.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple tiles throughout kitchen show signs of water damage.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cellphone on top of beer cooler near front counter. Manager had employee remove cellphone.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler soiled/torn. Also, interior fan cover of small reach in cooler soiled with dust.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, unwashed product over ready to eat like feta, sliced ham, pepperoni and 5 gallon containers of tea. Manager moved all unwashed product to bottom shelf with ready to eat food above.
Aug 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer spray bottle stored on counter top near prep table with cut tomatoes. Employees properly stored
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with clear solution unable and stored on counter top near prep table with cut tomatoes. Employee stated it's sanitizer and properly stored spray bottle
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Over dry storage in back kitchen area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles with water damage in back kitchen storage area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal item stored next to to go lids in back storage area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind pizza oven
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in kitchen area
Utensils in poor condition. White handle chef knife with broken tip stored in clean magnetic wall mount at dish machine area
Mar 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. On prep table near cook line, one (1) can of tomato sauce is dented. Can removed to receive credit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, pizza sauce stored overnight 47F. Pizza sauce discarded. See stop sale.
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/ Four (4) employees working - none are certified food managers. One employee working stated he just took the manager certification exam but could not show proof he passed.
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. No proof of training for two (2) employees working today.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings not maintained smooth and durable. Floor throughout kitchen and walk in cooler. Ceiling tiles in back dry storage/mop sink area. Person in Charge states that establishment is working on estimates for repairs.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash, clothing, mattresses around shared dumpster area. Person in Charge states will contact building owner.
Open dumpster lid. Shared green dumpster behind establishment. Lid closed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door near restrooms. Person in Charge states repair company has been contacted.
Sink leaking. Sink near dish machine in kitchen is leaking.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler across from pizza oven.
Jan 10, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. Dish machine tested 0ppm. Sanitizer container was empty. Person in Charge changed sanitizer container and retested dish machine - 50ppm.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately sixty (60) rodent droppings in establishment: approximately thirty (30) on floor in back storage area near hot water heater and behind reach in freezer and approximately thirty (30) on floor under dish machine and behind stand up reach in coolers on back side of kitchen.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored on front counter with packages of crackers and single use straws. Bottle moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet on back side of building where black hose is attached.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any certified food manager for entire establishment.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment controls pizza by the slice on time control (items are marked), but no written plan could be provided. Inspector emailed Time as Public Health Control paperwork.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple tiles in back storage area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two (2) employees working on pizza make line. One (1) placed on hat.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Large old mixer in kitchen area is rusted. Mixer is also non-operational. Reach in cooler on pizza make line has multiple broken handles.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exit door in storage area near hot water heater.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors throughout kitchen and food storage areas including some areas with unsealed concrete.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk in cooler. Floor behind equipment in kitchen area. Floor under dish area. Wall under/behind dish area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door near restrooms.
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Rear exit door by restrooms. Exit door unlocked.
Oct 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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. 0 ppms at dish machine
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal drinks in reach in pizza cooler, discarded
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.