THUNDER J'S PIZZERIA
3915 A1A S STE 105, Saint Augustine FL 32080 · 2103363003
Last inspected May 21, 2026 · 7 visits since April 2024
5 inspections trending up, 17 points better than where it started.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024051498 | Jun 21, 2024 | Sep 23, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. Employee Russell 2 weeks hired not informed of responsibility. Employee signed document during inspection.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler pizza prep station gaskets soiled with build up. Operator cleaned gaskets during inspection.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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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. Operator stated one employee has been here for 60 days and does not have state approved training.
Three compartment sink in disrepair. Observed black tape on the inside of all three sinks in the three compartment sink. Operator stated that sinks leaks, so he placed plexi seal tape to keep from leaking.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen is not working because plumbing in on floor underneath it. Establishment does have another hand washing sink at front of store.
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. Establishment has no way to wash, rinse and sanitize dishes. The pipe for the triple sink is laying under it on floor.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Establishment has no 3 compartment sink. Plumbing is broken and on the floor.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes over ready to chicken. Person in charge moved tomatoes.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment took over ownership with no updated plans submitted. Not able to issue license at today's licensing inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At dough mixer, mixer is soiled with food debris.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment took over ownership without submitting plans. Old plans do not reflect current kitchen layout. Establishment no longer has Ice machine and prep table, dough mixer has been moved, smoker has been added, prep tables added at end of pizza oven.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In kitchen above make line, small lamp with glass bulb with no shield. Operator removed light.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Hood above pizza oven is soiled with grease.
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.