SAINT AUGUSTINE SEAFOOD COMPANY
33 ST GEORGET ST, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 904-217-8947
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 14 visits since October 2023
OCT 24
MAY 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 30 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found I fly in prep room. Person in charge disposed of fly.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025055841 | May 29, 2025 | Aug 20, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found I fly in prep room. Person in charge disposed of fly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler since 11am. Cheese 56F, cheese 52F, oysters 51F, burgers 48F, fish 47F; ( - Cold Holding); placed on time control.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Not all tags marked with last date sold.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cream not dated. Person in charge dated.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice in hand washing sink. Person in charge removed.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Minorcan clam chowder not dated. Person in charge dated yesterday.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets in line cooler are torn.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar not labeled.
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Bag of ice in ice bin. Stop sale on ice in bin.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler at front for 30 minutes; Flounder 44F, burger 45F, oysters 45F, egg mixture, cheese 45F, shrimp 43F; ( - Cold Holding). Per person in charge cooler was turned up. He turned unit down.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing at mop sink after the split on external hose.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Tags not marked with the last date sold.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used to repair flour lid. Lid is cracked.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on reach in freezer are torn.
Food stored on floor. Oil on floor in back area. Person in charge picked up oil.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives in between wall and prep table.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice scoop in water. Person in charge emptied water.
Dec 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed satellite bar onsite used during concerts missing on plans.
Oct 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed satellite bar onsite used during concerts missing on plans.
Aug 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed 8 V8 tomato juice cans dented on seam.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two live flying insects in back kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flip-top cooler: cut melons (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding) person in charge pulled product and placed ice bags on it too cool. Person in charge also lowered thermostat of reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards on cook line soiled with food debris stains.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed satellite bar onsite used during concerts missing on plans.
Food stored outside. Observed bag n box stored outside on wire rack. Person in charge stated they are waiting for land owner to approve enclosure to be build for bag n box. Discussed storing bag n box inside kitchen.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk-in cooler fan guards soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Aug 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed satellite bar onsite used during concerts missing on plans.
May 30, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed satellite bar onsite used during concerts missing on plans.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken and missing cove molding in kitchen
May 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 4 live flying insects in kitchen landing on prep tables.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 13 rodent droppings on floor of back kitchen behind flip-top cooler and canned storage rack, other side of wall near hand washing station next to ice machine. Kitchen is shared with DBPR license 6502073 Dba: ST AUGUSTINE SEAFOOD COMPANY (TABERNA DEL CABALLO)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flip-top cooler on cook line: corvina (54F - Cold Holding); mahi (49F - Cold Holding); egg wash (50F - Cold Holding); shrimp (47F - Cold Holding). Ambient air temperature of cooler 70F. Person in charge moved most stock to walk-in cooler too cool. Working product had ice bags placed on it and placed on four hour time control. Person in charge put in work order for unit.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards heavily stained with black streaks. Person in charge asked employees to soak boards.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed satellite bar onsite used during concerts missing on plans.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin/chute. Observed interior of soda fountain drink machine ice chute soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed broken and missing cove molding in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on double door reach in cooler torn.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under AC unit on cook line.
Food stored outside. Observed bag n box and plastic water bottles stored outside on uncovered chemical storage shelves.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on multiple reach in coolers soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed back door near ice machine and side door near cook line left open while live flying insects presents. Side door near cook line not tight fitting and light is able to be seen around door. Observed lobby side door missing air curtain and opened while live flying insects present in kitchen, there is no door separating kitchen from front counter. Person in charge closed side door while air curtain is being repaired.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle/equipment. Observed AC unit leaking water on floor. Observed drain pipe for AC unit draining water onto floor too far from drain causing standing water.
Oct 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three 1QT clam juice cans heavily dented with bulging tops. Observed one 98FLoz can of coconut milk dented on top seam.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing station on cook line missing paper towels. Person in charge added paper towels.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed light in double door reach in cooler making contact with fan blades. Person in charge has work order for repair.
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun nozzle at bar soiled with white and black mold like substance.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed bar hand washing station missing paper towels. Person in charge added paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed bar hand washing station missing soap. Person in charge added soap.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed both male and female bathroom doors not self closing and tight fitting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on expo reach in cooler torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled with food debris and single service articles throughout the kitchen and prep kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed three plastic jugs of cooking oil on ground in prep kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple gaskets in kitchen on flip-top cooler, and walk-in cooler soiled with either black/green mold like substance or food debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to food containers coming out of dish machine. Discussed with person in charge and they started removing labels.
Oct 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 13, 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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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 live flying insects in prep kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed expo flip-top cooler: cut melons (50F - Cold Holding); cooked vegetables (45F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Food in less than 1hr per person in charge. Person in charge lowered thermostat and placed bags of ice on products.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags missing last sold date. Date on oyster tags is received date per person in charge. Discussed with person in charge and provided oyster handout.
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 written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing station by ice machine has no working hot water handle. Cold water handle reaches 79F. Person in charge placed work order with maintenance for hand washing station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed food debris (shrimp, onion peels, chicken finger, french fry) through kitchen floors.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of beef on floor of outside walk-in cooler. Observed bag n box drink mix on floor next to walk-in cooler.
Label for original container of raw shucked clams/mussels/oysters not maintained on premises until last of product served. Observed food container with raw shucked oysters in fry flip-top cooler missing label or lid. Discussed with person in charge.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple gaskets on cook line soiled with food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed boxes of single service cups in office stored on floor.
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.