MS. CAROLYNS BREAKFAST & DESSERTS
2120 SADLER RD, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 904 261 6277
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
JAN 25
JUL 25
FEB 26
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024. Operator paid for license during inspection.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019001009 | Nov 13, 2018 | Jan 31, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment is open and operating with license expired June 1 2026. Operator went online and renewed license during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer in back storage room, commercially packaged raw chicken stored on ziplock bag of ripe bananas. Operator removed chicken from reach in freezer.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. In top of flip top reach in cooler on cook line, one raw shelled egg stored with crack shell.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In bottom of flip top reach in cooler on cook line, five (5) packages of raw tilapia in vacuum packaging labeled for removal from packaging before thawing fully thawed. See stop sale.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In top of flip top reach in cooler on cook line, tuna salad (46F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated lids have been open for breakfast service and shut lids.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. In kitchen, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator added more water to bucket and rechecked at 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple cutting boards stained/have deep cut marks.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees Shane S, Juan C and Sandra Z food handler training expired 6/23/2026.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In dish area, spray bottle with yellow liquid not labeled. Operator labeled bottle.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. In bottom of flip top reach in cooler on cook line, five (5) packages of raw tilapia in vacuum packaging labeled for removal from packaging before thawing fully thawed. See stop sale.
Floor, wall and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor/wall on cook line soiled with grease/food debris. Also, floor under reach in coolers on cook line soiled with food debris. Also, floor/wall in dish area soiled with food debris/buildup. Also, floor/wall in prep area soiled with food debris. Also, floor under tables in bakery area soiled with food debris.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, case of buttermilk on floor. Operator had employee moved all containers to shelf.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sign missing in unisex bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets in establishment soiled with food debris/torn. Also, table under grill on cook line soiled with food debris. Also, multiple shelves on cook line soiled with food debris.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drink cups in cooler at server station with butter chips and condiments for customers. Operator removed drinks.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Multiple shelves lined with tin foil that is soiled and torn.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In hallway towards bathrooms, case of to go boxes on floor. Operator moved box off floor.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of reach in cooler on cook line under pass through window.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Upon arrival observed raw chicken thawing in container on prep table in standing water. Owner moved chicken to prep sink and started running water on it.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Fan cover in walk-in cooler soiled with dust build up. Also, fan cover in stand up reach in cooler on cook line soiled with dust build up. Also, fan units in men's and women's restrooms soiled with dust build up.
Utensils in poor condition. Multiple knives with peeling blue handles. Also, multiple spatulas above prep table crack/chipped.
Jun 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 14, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Inspector observed employee eating food behind front counter next items used for customers service at time of inspection. Operator talked with employee and got her to stop.
Feb 25, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed Benadryl medicine stored by single service items on rack in kitchen area. Manager moved to office.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. 1 can of stewed Tomatoes dented at the seem.
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Bowl of chicken flower not covered on shelf at end of cook line. Manager covered bowl.
Hot time/temperature control for safety food received at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed quiche on shelf above stove on cook line at 130F, employee put food in trash. Observed hash 99F hot holding, manager stated it had been at that temperature for 1 HR.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cheese in reach in cooler at 50F, 50F and 46F All items cold holding.manager stated they were in reach in cooler for 1 hour.manager relocated food to new reach in cooler, cheese at 44F, 45F, 43F, 1 hour later, all cold holding
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. All cutting boards on cook line stained with old food debris. Microwave at end of cook line soiled with old food debris Observed mold like substance on interior of ice machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser in it in oven compartment. Manager added label to the bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink with no lid on clean dishes shelf. Manager relocated the cup.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee hat above clean dishes in ware wash area.manager relocated the hat.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on door handle on cook line and on oven handle in cake baking station.manager relocated all tongs.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Drain plug on dumpster missing.
Vending machine exterior soiled. Exterior of coffee mugs at front wait station soiled, manager had mugs cleaned.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on food prep table in food prep area. Manager relocate.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk pancake batter in food prep area in powder form not labeled.
Jul 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed over the counter pain meds stored above establishment food and utensils. Person in charge moved meds to office.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/25. Person in charge renewed during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed small flip-top cooler: shredded cheese and cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding) ambient air of flip-top cooler 46F. In for less than four hours per person in charge. Person in charge placed ice in cooler
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Observed individual butter in bucket at expo window marked with a time stamp. Employee explain butter is left out from 7-11am and place back into refrigerator. Discussed with person in charge and butter should be discarded at 11am. Person in charge went over time control with staff.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boarded heavily stained with food and black streaks. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drinks on food prep table and on wire rack above pots. Discussed with person in charge.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean cups stacked with visible moisture. Person in charge unstacked cups.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed hand washing station hanging off wall by plumbing only in preparation area. Discussed with person in charge. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler torn.
Floors, walls, and ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed many area under equipment and behind equipment where floors are soiled with food debris and old single service debris. Observed ceiling tiles soiled with grease and dust.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves solid with food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple gaskets on flip-top cooler and reach in coolers soiled with food debris and black/green mold like substance.
Jan 31, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook on cook line cracked raw shelled eggs with gloved hands and immediately began handling clean utensils and scooping ready to eat foods without removing gloves and washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee in front dining area coughed into her face mask, touched and adjusted her face mask, and then handled clean cups without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach in cooler on cook line, three (3) pieces of thawed fish still inside sealed packaging. Fish discarded. See stop sale.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach in cooler across from grill, container of milk opened yesterday morning not dated. Milk dated.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped drink inside hand washing sink on cook line. Strainer stored in hand washing sink on cook line. Strainer removed.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In reach in cooler on cook line, three (3) pieces of thawed fish still inside sealed packaging. Fish discarded. See stop sale.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board on front line.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean cups on shelf across from dish machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in unisex restroom. Inspector emailed sign.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelves below equipment in kitchen are showing rust. Multiple chest freezers showing rust on bottom.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door does not self close (closing mechanism in disrepair).
Aug 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
11 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook on cook line cracked raw shelled eggs in pan and immediately handled toast and English muffin without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Cook in kitchen washed hands on cook line for approximately three (3) seconds. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 06/01/2024. Operator paid for license during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In back storage reach in freezer, opened container of raw pork stored over ready to eat soup. Items moved and stored correctly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, cases of raw bacon stored over ready to eat ham. Items moved and stored correctly.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. In walk in cooler, containers of soup marked 8/13, ranch dressing marked 8/12, coleslaw marked 8/10, gumbo marked 8/2, marinara sauce marked 8/20, and chili not marked and unable to determine preparation date.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. In prep area, lasagna being reheated in stand up warmer 115F. Lasagna began reheating approximately 2.75 hours prior. Lasagna discarded. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. At pass through window, butter pats not time marked. In kitchen, shelled eggs, pooled eggs not time marked. Items put into service approximately 90 minutes prior. All items time marked.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. In prep area, lasagna being reheated in stand up warmer 115F. Lasagna began reheating approximately 2.75 hours prior. Lasagna discarded. See stop sale.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored next to vinegar on prep shelf in kitchen. Container of hand sanitizer stored next to crackers in dry storage area. Pain reliever (ibuprofen) stored on prep shelf in kitchen with onion powder. Small containers of paint stored on shelf with clean glassware in dining area. All toxic items moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet on back of establishment where red hose is attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice delector for ice machine in back storage area. Deflector cleaned.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink near pass through window as evidenced by ice inside.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee drink cup without lid/straw on prep shelf in prep area. Drink cup discarded.
Equipment in poor repair. White chest freezer in prep area has torn gasket and rusted. Multiple rusted shelves for food storage in kitchen area. Small white reach in freezer in back kitchen is rusted.
Food stored on floor. Hash browns on floor in walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Large chest freezer in back storage area.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Cracked eggs shelf with shelled eggs, discarded
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Bean Salsa mix, in walk in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven doors, moved
Open dumpster lid. Closed
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Sliced on site meats in walk in cooler.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Provided
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table, coffee
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of half and half stored on floor in walk in coolers
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Stored between cooler and steam table, moved
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door Tongs stored on trash can sent to sink
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.