TASTY'S
20 HOMEGROWN WAY, Yulee FL 32097 · 904.548.6125
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating with license that expired June 1, 2026.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment open and operating with license that expired June 1, 2026.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler on cook line under flat top grill, portioned bags of cooked pulled pork under pan of raw beef patties. Manager moved cooked pulled pork.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler on speed rack, pan of raw turkey patties under raw beef patties. Manager moved raw turkey to bottom of speed rack.
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 on cook line, one (1) pan of coleslaw date marked 6/30. Also, in walk-in cooler, one (1) pan of coleslaw date marked 6/30.
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing at the end of the splitter for mop sink faucet where black hose is attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Potato cutter in back hallway that is not in use soiled with food debris.
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. Employees Carina H food handler expired 5/4/25. Employee Peyton M food handler expired 7/31/2024.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water cup on prep table in kitchen area. Manager removed drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Two employee chargers on prep table in kitchen area. Manager removed chargers.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer, two bags of ice on floor. Manager stated they were being used when ice machine was done. Manager moved to shelf.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler under flat top grill on cook line soiled with food debris. Also, gaskets on reach in freezer on cook line soiled with food debris.
Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster in back of establishment had lid open. Lid unable to be shut due to being to close to other dumpster.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At bottom of reach in cooler on cook line under flat top grill has standing water.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. For customer self service on counter at drink station in lobby, plastic knife's not all presented with handles first.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In cabinet under drink station in lobby, container of sugar not labeled. Manager had employee label.
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 7, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
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 raw hamburger 48F, raw hamburger 45F, raw burger 45F, and hot dogs 47F, all cold holding on reach in cooler drawers on cook line under flat top, employee stated that all hamburger products had been placed in reach in cooler the night prior. Drawers opened continuously for service. Observed ranch at 54F, in reach in cooler in front of window. Employee stated ranch has been in reach in cooler since being open. Cooler opened continuously for service.
Jan 6, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw turkey meat stored over ready to eat onion rings, turkey and onion rings where not commercially packaged. Employee relocated raw turkey to bottom sherif.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw hamburger 48F, raw hamburger 45F, raw burger 45F, and hot dogs 47F, all cold holding on reach in cooler drawers on cook line under flat top, employee stated that all hamburger products had been placed in reach in cooler the night prior. Drawers opened continuously for service. Observed ranch at 54F, in reach in cooler in front of window. Employee stated ranch has been in reach in cooler since being open. Cooler opened continuously for service.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has build up of old food debris.
Handwash sink not available for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in prep area in disrepair. Pipe in bottom of sink is broken off. Sink is covered in plastic wrap with sign to not use.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Employee had no way to test temperature of dish machine.
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. One employee food training certification expired 2 employees over 60 days no proof available.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed two spray bottles with blue chemical under front counter with no label. Employee put label on spray bottles.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink at ware wash area reaching only 69F after running for several minutes.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on food prep table at cook line, next to food prep condiments. Employee relocated drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee Bluetooth speaker on top of shelf above food prep area. Employee relocated speaker. Observed employee phone charger on food prep table at entrance to kitchen area. Employee relocated charger.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Multiple spatulas in ware wash area are chipped.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored in between bolt and hood of reach in cooler on cook line. Employee removed and relocated knife.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line soiled with old food debris. Fan on counter at server window has dust build up and blowing towards food prep area.
Open dumpster lid. Two dumpsters rusted and cracked at bottom. Lid on all 3 dumpsters open.
Sep 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Vegetable blade cutter stored on wall after cleaning with food debris
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has over 5 food handler employees hired over 60 days with no proof of training. Person in charge unable to locate where training certificates are kept
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. Operator has over 5 employees hired and no proof of form
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and Bluetooth speaker stored on prep table near food. Employee removed
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with bracelet on wrist
Feb 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler, raw bacon stored over ready to eat liquid margarine. Items moved and stored correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In back prep area, weed killer stored on shelf next to single use plastic cups. Weed killer moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at the end of the splitter for mop sink faucet where black hose is attached.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ One manager working today - Richard Holiwell 11/06/2024.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No device available.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee sports drink on prep table in kitchen. Drink moved and stored correctly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer on cook line by fryers.
Improper storage of maintenance equipment that interferes with cleaning. Power blower stored on dry food storage shelf. Blower moved and stored correctly.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Ice cream scoops in front counter area in standing water 79F. Manager turned on water to run.
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. Cookies on front counter for customer self service.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wheeled table by fryers shows rust.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of cabinets below drink dispenser in dining area.
Sep 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of green burn gel stored on shelf in walk in cooler above sauces. Gel moved and stored correctly.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In walk in freezer, raw turkey burgers stored over portioned onion rings. Items moved and stored correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Food punch on wall in back prep area.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No device could be provided.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Missing for two (2) employees working today.
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 working today. Inspector emailed Food Employee Reporting Agreement.
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. Ice cream drink stored on small prep table near front counter has no lid. Drink discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on small prep table near front counter next to single service condiments. Phone moved and stored correctly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One cook working in kitchen today.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
Food stored on floor. French fries in walk in freezer.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection could not be provided.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cabinets below drink dispenser in dining area.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Green plastic cup (employee) stored on shelf in walk in cooler. Cup removed.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door does not fully self close.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Red sanitizer bucket stored on shelf above ice cream freezer at front counter. Bucket moved and stored correctly.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Red sanitizer bucket near front register tested 0ppm. Solution discarded and refilled. Tested 200ppm.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher in back storage area near exit door.
Jan 25, 2024□ 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 probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Jan 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish and shrimp over ice cream. Employee stored correctly
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shrimp 55f salsa 50f cut tomatoes 52f in flip top cooler on line
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Pink substance stored in clear bottle not labeled. States foam degreasers
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal drinks, moved
Jul 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towels stuck in dispenser near dish area
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bag of ice stored on walk in freezer floor Moved to shelf
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open Gatorade person drink on walk in cooler over buckets of tasty sauce. 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.