PELICAN PUB
2085 A1A S #101, Saint Augustine FL 32080 · 904-770-2966
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/01/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,100
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015035935 | Aug 4, 2015 | Dec 11, 2015 | $800 |
| 5--2015002534 | Dec 31, 2014 | Feb 18, 2015 | $300 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 19, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Fish/Molluscan shellfish/crab recreationally caught offered for sale or service. See stop sale. Observed two ziplock bags of frozen walleye fish in reach in freezer brought in by a guest of the establishment per person in charge.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed two ziplock bags of frozen walleye fish in reach in freezer brought in by a guest of the establishment per person in charge.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent. Observed wet wiping cloths stored in dish soap and water. Person in charge remade buckets with chlorine.
Nov 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof employee Pam is informed of responsibility hired 2 weeks ago. Emailed operator document.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with blue liquid substance under bar area not labeled. Operator labeled windex.
Jun 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 3 compartment sink sanitizer 0 ppm. Operator added more tablets 200 ppm.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Food safety manager expired.3/2/20
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl in hand wash sink behind bar. Operator removed.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator only has chlorine test strips and need Qac.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket stored on floor. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service to go containers stored on floor. Operator removed.
Dec 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Observed single service items stored on floor in kitchen. Operator moved items off of floor.
Jun 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment does not have test strips for quat sanitizer.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Person in charge got soap.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop is on top of ice machine. Person in charge removed ice scoop and washed, rinsed and sanitized it.
Sep 22, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/01/2023
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in bucket not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket tested at 0ppm. Operator made new sanitizer. Re tested sanitizer at 300ppm.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. All quaternary strips water damaged.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee missing paperwork. Supplied paperwork to employee and she signed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Behind bar by triple sink, soap dispenser empty. Operator replaced soap.
Food stored on floor. In far right corner of kitchen under microwave, jar of peppers and jar of dressing stored on floor. Manager moved both jars.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. In kitchen in right corner, microwave has food buildup.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Behind bar by triple sink
Open dumpster lid. Left dumpster lid open.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In kitchen, mop stored in dirty mop water. Operator moved mop to dry properly.
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.