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T-RAY'S BURGER STATION

202 S 8TH STREET, Fernandina Beach FL 32034 · 9042616310

Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 11 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats80
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA5501043
Grade history
JUL 24
SEP 24
SEP 25
MAR 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on wall in corner between dishwasher and triple sink. Manager attempted to kill them
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Aug 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Clean wiping cloth used as liner for pan of raw scallops in reach in cooler and fried chicken in stand up warmer in back kitchen area. Manager removed cloths from products.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In walk-in cooler, eleven (11) vacuum sealed packages of raw mahi fully thawed out in bag.
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach in cooler on cook line, shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (48F - Cold Holding); cut melon (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (48F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (49F - Cold Holding); ham (45F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items were stocked about 3 hours prior and started putting all Time/Temperature control for safety foods in walk-in cooler on ice to bring down temperature. Ambient air of cooler at 51F. Also, near drink machines in lobby, butter (62F - Cold Holding). Manager stated it was put out 3 hours ago and was unaware it had to be held cold. Manager stated he will put it on time and throw it out in an hour.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In handwash sink in back kitchen area, spray bottle of cleaner and multiple steel scrubbers in sink. Manager removed from sink.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
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. See stop sale. In walk-in cooler, eleven (11) vacuum sealed packages of raw mahi fully thawed out in bag.
Basic/06-09-2
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of middle oven in back kitchen soiled with food debris and soiled tin foil.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in cooler soiled with dust. Also, ceiling vents in lobby soiled with dust. Also, light covers soiled in kitchen. Also, exterior of ice chute on drink machine in lobby soiled with mold-like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In stand up reach in freezer, plastic container of raw chicken stored above box of raw Philly meat. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf.
High priority/08A-17-6/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In warmer unit in back kitchen area, sausage patty (132F - Hot Holding). Operator stated sausage was cooked 2 hours prior. Operator removed sausage from warmer and put in walk-in cooler to begin cooling process.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On chemical shelf, white spray bottle with no label. Operator wrote label on bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple water bottles/drink cans stored on shelves with food items throughout establishment. Operator removed all drinks and discarded.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Three employee cellphones stored on box of food cans next to boxes of salt. Operator moved cellphones. Also, multiple employee jackets stored hanging/on shelf with food products. Operator removed jackets and will find better spot to store employee belongings.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On shelf next to 3 compartment sink, multiple pans stacked before properly air drying.
Basic/24-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets on reach in cooler/reach in freezers soiled with debris/food. Also, fan covers in walk-in cooler soiled with dust build up. Also, ceiling tiles around vents in lobby have dust build up.
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid. Lid open. Operator shut lid.
Basic/33-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At server station, Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Manager remade sanitizer bucket and rechecked at 150ppm.
Basic/21-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Sep 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2025Call 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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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on wall in corner between dishwasher and triple sink. Manager attempted to kill them
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 18, 2025 · Observed three live roaches observed on wall behind dish machine. Operator killed one roach , 3 dead roaches on floor by dish machine Admin Complaint
Sep 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 3 live roaches on wall in corner between dishwasher and triple sink. Manager attempted to kill them
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. shredded cheese (46F - Cold Holding); cooked Philly steak meat (46F - Cold Holding) in bottom of Reach in cooler across from grill. Operator stated items haven't been in cooler for very long. Operator will keep door closed on Reach in cooler to chill foods.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken (126F - Hot Holding); house made gravy (126F - Hot Holding) in food warmer in back kitchen area. Operator raised temp of food warmer to reheat back to 165F
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Two threaded hose bibbs on exterior wall near restrooms missing vacuum breaks.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade of Can opener in prep area soiled. Also, ice chute at self dispensing soda machine slightly soiled. Operator cleaned blade of can opener during this inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed vents in kitchen and dining area soiled/ have an accumulation of dust.
Basic/36-34-5
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Stacked Pans on clean storage shelf next to triple sink not able to properly air dry.
Basic/24-08-4
Food stored on floor. Observed bag in box of sprite soda syrup on floor next to soda equipment in back kitchen area. Also, observed container of oil stored on floor next to ice machine. Operator removed both foods from floor to properly store.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in walk-in cooler unsealed concrete.
Basic/36-02-5/Repeat Violation
Dec 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Black spray hose at triple sink. Hose moved and stored correctly.
High priority/29-37-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet on front of establishment. Missing on outside faucet on side of establishment. Person in Charge placed breakers in place.
High priority/29-34-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Both hot and cold water turned off for hand washing sink in back kitchen. Person in Charge turned water on.
Intermediate/27-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Shelves below front counter.
Basic/14-45-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Two employees working in cook line in kitchen. Both placed on restraints.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk in cooler. Floor under triple sink. Wall under triple sink.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Containers of oil on floor in back kitchen. Oil moved and stored correctly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Cinnamon rolls sitting on front counter near register. Rolls moved behind counter.
Basic/02D-03-4/Corrected On-Site
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in back kitchen. Inspector emailed sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site
No proof available showing that employees touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands have received the required training on risks, handwashing, finger nail maintenance, prohibited jewelry and good hygienic practices. Establishment has an approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Procedure has not been reviewed with employees since 2020.
Basic/09-09-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Bowl of frozen chicken thawing in standing water in prep area. Person in Charge turned water on to run.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler floor is not sealed.
Basic/36-02-5
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2024
High priority/50-17-3
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dining area by drink station, 4 chemical spray bottles on shelf with and over single service items. Operator moved to chemical storage.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Under handwash sink at dish area, splitter missing backflow preventer on both ends at hose bibb. Outside by back door, splitter missing backflow preventers on both ends at hose bibb.
High priority/29-34-4
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 present, hired less than 60 days per manager, no proof available. Emailed operator dbpr form, he printed and explained to employee during inspection, form signed.
Intermediate/11-26-1/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator in kitchen with no hair protection. Operator put on hat.
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On clean dish shelf, containers stacked before air drying.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On cook line, build up of grease and debris between equipment.
Basic/23-03-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At handwash sink by dish area, water line leaking.
Basic/29-11-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In back kitchen prep area, bulk containers not labeled.
Basic/02D-01-5
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority5 Intermediate4 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 chlorine.primed 100 ppms
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Strainer stored in handsink next to triple sink, moved
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink in back prep area near chemical rack
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink back area near chemical rack
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear zapp spray bottle with purple substance inside, Labeled degreaser
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water knob turned off. Turned on from bottom
Intermediate/27-16-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drinks on back prep area where shrimp is being prepped
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Manager on line and prep guy prepping fish, hats provided
Basic/13-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Women's restroom
Basic/32-17-4
Nov 29, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw beef over container of cut peppers, moved to store correctly
High priority/08A-05-6
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler on kitchen, dated at time of inspection
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
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. Emailed to print, printed
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan cover soiled
Basic/36-34-5
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed flyer, printed
Basic/51-13-4/Corrected On-Site

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