SURF RESTAURANT BAR GRILL & MOTEL
3199 S FLETCHER AVE, Amelia Island FL 32034 · 904-261-5711
Last inspected May 15, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023
MAR 24
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MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in back kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024055539 | Jul 8, 2024 | Oct 28, 2024 | $400 |
| 5--2021049423 | Oct 15, 2021 | Jan 4, 2022 | $800 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
May 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 14, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. In walk-in cooler, raw shelled eggs on shelf over canned alcoholic drinks. Operator moved eggs to lower shelf.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. In flip top reach in cooler across from cook line, one pan of pulled pork dated marked 5/5.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top reach in cooler across from cook line, two pans of cut cabbage (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated cut cabbage in cooler over night. See stop sale. In reach in cooler under grills on cook line, raw steak (49F-51F - Cold Holding); raw beef patties (54F-64F - Cold Holding). Operator stated all items have been in cooler since yesterday. Ambient air of cooler 54F. Thermometer reading 50F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler across from cook line, two pans of cut cabbage (50F - Cold Holding); hotdog (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated cut cabbage in cooler over night. See stop sale. Hot dogs put in cooler couple hours prior, operator put ice on product. Ambient air of cooler 51F. In reach in cooler under grills on cook line, raw steak (49F-51F - Cold Holding); raw beef patties (54F-64F - Cold Holding). Operator stated all items have been in cooler since yesterday. Ambient air of cooler 54F. Thermometer reading 50F. 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. In kitchen in rice in rice warmer held on time with no time marking. Operator stated it was made at 11 am and added time marking to pan.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. In kitchen, two Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator dumped out solution and refilled with water and rechecked at 100ppm.
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 flip top reach in cooler across from cook line, container of buttermilk opened day prior and not date marked. Operator added date.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment using bleach for sanitizer buckets in kitchen but only have quaternary test strips. Inspector provided some chlorine test strips. Operator stated she will order some on Amazon for tomorrow.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Under handwash sink in kitchen area, spray bottle of clear liquid not labeled. Operator added label.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior deflector plate soiled with pink mold-like substance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle on bottom shelf of prep table in kitchen next to to-go bags. Operator moved drink.
Floor, walls and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in kitchen area under reach in coolers, cook line equipment and prep table soiled with grease build up/food debris. Also, wall behind cook line soiled with food/grease build up.
Food stored on floor. Tub of pickles on floor of walk-in cooler. Operator moved pickles to shelf.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Major grease build up on ceiling and wall around hood system over grills on cook line.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Next to rice warmer, scoops in standing water at 76F in metal pan. Operator dumped out water.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign for employees in large restrooms near office. Inspector provided handwashing sign and operator printed and displayed during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets soiled with food debris/torn. Also, top of reach in cooler under grills soiled with black residue. Also, around nozzles on soda machine at bar soiled with mold-like substance buildup up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler under cook line equipment and across from cook line soiled with food debris/standing water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In kitchen and dry storage, floor containers of flour/breading not labeled. Operator labeled containers.
Oct 7, 2025Call Back - Admin. 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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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. 2 pans of homemade queso sauce with prep date 7-30-25 stored in walk in cooler. Verified correct prep date with manager. Stop sale issued. Manager discarded
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Operator ROP fish in-house and stored walk in cooler. Fish was placed from walk in freezer to thaw with prep date 8-1-25 and has no prep time. Fish is now completely thawed. Stop sale issued for 5 pieces of raw ROP fish. Provided operator with ROP handout
Aug 6, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Prep raw chicken stored over Gatorade drink 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. 2 pans of homemade queso sauce with prep date 7-30-25 stored in walk in cooler. Verified correct prep date with manager. Stop sale issued. Manager discarded
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. 2 pans of homemade queso sauce with prep date 7-30-25 stored in walk in cooler. Verified correct prep date with manager. Stop sale issued. Manager discarded
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Operator ROP fish in-house and stored walk in cooler. Fish was placed from walk in freezer to thaw with prep date 8-1-25 and has no prep time. Fish is now completely thawed. Stop sale issued for 5 pieces of raw ROP fish. Provided operator with ROP handout
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at spigot on wall on cook line. Missing back flow preventer on exterior wall outside near manager office
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has no chemical test strips
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator ROP fish in-house and stored in walk in cooler. Fish was placed from walk in freezer to thaw with prep date 8-1-25 and has no prep time. Fish is now completely thawed. Stop sale issued for 5 pieces of raw ROP fish. Provided operator with ROP handout
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee radio on prep table
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind cooking equipment's on cook line
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tongs handle stored touching hush puppies in reach in cooler. Moved by manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gasket soiled Exterior of fryer with grease build up
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink in kitchen leaking at faucet
Oct 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority6 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In dry food storage area, seven (7) cans of beans are rusted.
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. In walk in cooler, six (6) pieces of vacuum sealed on site raw salmon.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in back kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, pans of raw fish stored over ready to eat grits. 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, one pan of prepared queso dip dated 9/2. See stop sale. In walk in cooler, one pan of prepared pasta dated 8/30. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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 walk in cooler, ten (10) pieces of thawed raw tuna in sealed ROP. See stop sale. Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. In walk in cooler, six (6) pieces of vacuum sealed on site raw salmon.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line in kitchen, two pans of coleslaw stored overnight 50F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line in kitchen, two pans of coleslaw stored overnight 50F. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of cheesemelter on cook line. Manager states equipment being removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for dishwasher in kitchen. Manager ordered strips during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Far hand washing sink in outdoor bar. Towels provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at far end of outdoor bar. Soap provided.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is vacuum sealing raw salmon.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for one prep cook in kitchen.
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 walk in cooler, ten (10) pieces of thawed raw tuna in sealed ROP. See stop sale.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2024.
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 coffee cup on prep table in kitchen without lid. Drink discarded.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One prep cook working with food in kitchen. Cook placed hat on.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink at end of bar. Hand washing sink in men's large restroom. Hand washing sink in women's large restroom. Inspector emailed Form 5030-111 (Hand Washing Sign).
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Multiple wire shelves throughout kitchen are rusted. White chest freezer in outdoor service bar is rusted.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in outside bars and storage areas.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe behind dish machine in kitchen. Reach in cooler pipe in bar.
Jul 10, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 35 rodent droppings on top of dishwasher Approximately 30 rodent droppings under dishwasher Approximately 10 rodent droppings under triple sink Approximately 40 rodent droppings under oven in prep area 6 rodent droppings on top of oven in prep area 2 rodent droppings on top of boxed wine in dry storage area (sherry California) Approximately 10 droppings under dry storage rack under balsamic vinegar 5 droppings under black rolling charts near ice machine Approximately 30 droppings in corner of ice tea making area. Approximately 75 behind warmers in back prep area near ice cream freezer Approximately 20 droppings in back prep area pizza area Approximately 7dropping in wait station next to small bar Approximately 5 droppings under handsink in large bar
Jul 8, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 35 rodent droppings on top of dishwasher Approximately 30 rodent droppings under dishwasher Approximately 10 rodent droppings under triple sink Approximately 40 rodent droppings under oven in prep area 6 rodent droppings on top of oven in prep area 2 rodent droppings on top of boxed wine in dry storage area (sherry California) Approximately 10 droppings under dry storage rack under balsamic vinegar 5 droppings under black rolling charts near ice machine Approximately 30 droppings in corner of ice tea making area. Approximately 75 behind warmers in back prep area near ice cream freezer Approximately 20 droppings in back prep area pizza area Approximately 7dropping in wait station next to small bar Approximately 5 droppings under handsink in large bar
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle stored on prep area near soup warmers
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Valu- Check chemical spray bottle with no label With pink substance inside
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup stored in flour mix In back dry storage area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drinks stored on prep tables
May 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucets at handsink in triple sink area
Mar 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Repair came and replaced bad Parton unit. Hot water available
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Throughout restaurant Repairman came and fixed part
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of chicken on walk in freezer floor
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Between lids of cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handsink in kitchen
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Faucets at handsink in triple sink area
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. At bar
Nov 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine and soda gun. Soiled
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.
Nov 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppms,
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine and soda gun. Soiled
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple spray bottles with out labels
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink over prep table moved
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.