SALENTO STEAKHOUSE
60 SILVER FOREST DR STE 113, Saint Augustine FL 32092 · 904.342.7557
Last inspected May 19, 2026 · 6 visits since May 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler from previous day in coffee prep area.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
May 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler from previous day in coffee prep area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (47F - Cold Holding) stored in reach in cooler from previous day in coffee prep area. Manager adjusted cooler to a colder temperature.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Provided one photo copy of employee training for A. Morales.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Shoe stored on shelf near drinks and syrups. Manager moved shoes.
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Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on walk in cooler door.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled on top interior of unit. Across from stove.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old date marking labels stuck on clean dishes.
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in kitchen blocked by containers of cut tomato and cut cucumber. Employee moved containers.
No proof provided that some 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 of reporting responsibilities for Alberto and Sonja, both hired approximately two weeks ago. Employees signed forms during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls used as scoops in dried rice and beans in prep area. Employee removed bowls.
Food stored on floor. Two cases of beef stored on the floor in walk in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Two pairs of tongs stored on oven door handle.
Jun 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Frozen meats stored in direct contact of non-food grade in walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Cases of raw shell eggs stored over garlic containers on shelf in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Three prep containers of shrimp salsa with prep date 6-3-25 stored in upright double door reach in cooler in kitchen. Verified correct date with employee. Stop sale issued. Employee discarded
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Three prep containers of shrimp salsa with prep date 6-3-25 stored in upright double door reach in cooler in kitchen. Verified correct date with employee. Stop sale issued. Employee discarded
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of butane spray stored next to clean equipments under prep table. Moved by manager.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer on non-chemical side of splitter at mop sink
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In employee unisex restroom inn kitchen area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Food stored on floor. Case of frozen dessert stored on walk in freezer floor
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle with yellow liquid not labeled and stored on prep table. Employee labeled it oil
Feb 11, 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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Employee coughed, sneezed, used a handkerchief or disposable tissue then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee coughed in gloved hands then continued to handle jugs of sauces without washing hands and changing gloves first.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs at bar in reach in cooler stored over bottles of wine, eggs moved.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing from splitter at mop sink.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Establishment using raw shell eggs for their Piso Sours, but it is not identified as raw eggs on the menu, operator wrote in "raw" on all menus during inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Fresh garlic in oil mix at server station in dining room, per manager it was made Sunday. Also flan open on Sunday per manager in prep area. Employee corrected during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in bulk containers of rice and beans in back storage area, manager corrected during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks over prep tables in prep area and cook line, drinks moved.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions in back storage area. Cooking oil on cook line. Employee corrected during inspection.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employees cutting unwashed peppers and zucchini on cook line without washing them first.
Stored food not covered. Container of sugar at dessert station in kitchen, not in use, not covered, manager corrected during inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk containers of sugar and salt in kitchen, employee corrected during inspection.
May 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 21, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling over bar area is porous metal drop ceiling.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
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.