SALT LIFE FOOD SHACK
1018A N THIRD ST, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-372-4456
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect near beer cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed pan used for raw oysters stored on top of trash can. Employee removed and stored properly.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect near beer cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw fish stored over cooked lobster. Manager removed and stored properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb under prep sink without back flow device.
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Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed some oyster tags not marked with last date served month of May.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder located in bar soiled with mold like substance. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed at entrance to kitchen clean utensils stored under dog bowls used for outside dining. Manager removed and stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple stainless pans on dry rack wet nesting.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in freezer floor soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler and walk in freezer door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Feb 9, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer cooler under grill Salmon (45F-47F - Cold Holding); Raw fish (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Raw oysters (44F-47F); Spinach dip (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Ham (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Raw shrimp (44F-47F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F. Manager stated the employees may have kept out after pulling from walk in cooler. Manager removed all items from drawer cooler.
Feb 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed house made Alfredo sauce dated 1-30-2026. See stop sale.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pick up bag from off the floor with gloved hands and proceeded to engage in food preparation. Inspector intervened and spoke to employee regarding hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer cooler under grill Salmon (45F-47F - Cold Holding); Raw fish (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Raw oysters (44F-47F); Spinach dip (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Ham (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (44F-47F - Cold Holding); Raw shrimp (44F-47F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F. Manager stated the employees may have kept out after pulling from walk in cooler. Manager removed all items from drawer cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb under prep sink connected to hose. Manager provided back flow device for threaded hose Bibb.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach without a label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents near dish machine dusty.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while engaging in food preparation without. Employee discarded gum during inspection.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor baseboard tiles near storage room in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup around walk in freezer door.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed reach in cooler near walk in cooler with standing water.
Aug 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect in dry storage area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks located near mop sink area not adequately secured.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers in ware washing area wet nesting on dry storage rack. Employee will remove and place in ware washing area.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawer gasket on cook line torn located below grill.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed some floor tiles disrepair in kitchen.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados with stickers still on. Employee removed washed and took stickers off.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in bucket not drying properly. Employee remove and hung to dry properly.
Feb 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer cooler under grill Salmon (50F - Cold Holding); Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); Spinach dip (51F - Cold Holding); Ham (50F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding). Cooler has ambient temperature of 53F. Observed partial ice placed on some of the proteins but only half of the protein was covered. Employee will place more ice on all TCS foods held in cooler. Observed in sushi cooler Tuna (54F - Cold Holding); Cream cheese (54F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 56F. Manager removed and placed in reach in cooler. Manager placed more ice on all TCS items.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam table chorizo (110F - Hot Holding). Chorizo was double panned on heat table. Manager removed to reheat.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing all purpose cleaner stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders soiled in bar area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board on cook line deeply grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler on cook line with torn gasket.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door with light shining from outside at bottom of door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Aug 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 27, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 5 flying insects. 5 flying insects in bar area. 2 flying insects in dry food storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in flip top cooler Scallops (51F - Cold Holding); raw calamari (51F - Cold Holding); Raw fish (49F - Cold Holding); Egg wash (62F - Cold Holding); Grouper (49F - Cold Holding) Raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 45F. Manager also stated cooler was not turned on until the start of inspection. Manager removed all TCS foods and replaced with foods in temperature and also place bags of ice on top of TCS foods in cooler.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Tuna at sushi station at Tuna (50F -52F Cold Holding). Employee was in process cutting Tuna in between sushi orders / observed large amount of Tuna brought out for prep. Manager removed excess Tuna and placed in walk-in cooler on ice.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter installed at mop sink without back flow devices for both sides of splitter.
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. Observed 1 employee food training expired.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in torn door gasket on cook line.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed cut avocados on prep line with stickers still on avocados. Manager had employee remove stickers from avocados.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust/ pitted surface.
Nov 21, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect on cook line across from grill area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple CO2 tanks not adequately secured, Located outside of kitchen.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed flip to cooler with cutting board deeply grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed Employee beverage container on a food preparation table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed Employee personal items stored in food preparation area. Spoke to employee regarding personal items and proper storage. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee wearing bracelets engaging in food preparation.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed kitchen tiles on cook line in disrepair.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed In-use tong stored on oven door handle between uses. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed on cook line the reach in cooler door gasket soiled.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Manager started to take stickers off some of the pans.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados with stickers in flip top cooler. Manager instructed employee to remove stickers and wash avocados.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.