TSAOCAA
255 3 ST, Neptune Beach FL 32266 · 646.645.1176
Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired June 1st 2023
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Boba (96F - Hot Holding) in pot in front counter drink area. Boba balls were placed out at 12pm. Inspector discussed Time As A Public Health Control. Operator will hold boba on Time As A Public Health Control.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach without a label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in front counter service area. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable above stand Alone cooler in dining area
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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. Observed cheese cake packaged onsite for 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.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee hung mop to dry properly.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed fresh made Macaron cookies individually stored in grab and go cooler/drink cooler not protected from public.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) in container on top of pans in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly in reach in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee hand sink at entrance to kitchen no soap or paper towels. Employee provided paper towels and soap.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in front counter service area. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable above stand Alone cooler in dining area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents on serve line dusty.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep table near sauces served to the public. Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed food scraper stored in between equipment on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
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. Observed desserts packaged on site without product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance. Observed walk in air fans dusty.
Stored food not covered. Observed in stand alone drink cooler in Dining area with fresh macaron cookies not covered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee hung mop to dry properly.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor at the entrance of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed spray can of raid stored near 3 compartment sink. Manager removed and stored properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef sticks on shelf in walk in cooler over ready to eat produce. Manager removed and stored properly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed establishment with 2 hand sinks near front register used for ware washing.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken in pan out to thaw. Manager placed in reach in cooler.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) in stainless bowl on top of containers located in reach cooler. Manager placed raw chicken back in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of bottled water stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed container of raw chicken stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed case of noodles stored on floor of walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill heavily soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken in a pan in 3 compartment sink to thaw. Inspector educated the operator on proper thawing procedures. Manager turned cold running water on frozen chicken.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager on duty. Observed no certified food manager available for location.
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. Observed employees hired more than 60 days with required food training.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chink in walk in cooler over raw broccoli. Employee removed and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip to cooler Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); French fries (61F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Marinated chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F. Employee stated the foods were just replenished. Employee placed ice on items on top of flip top cooler.
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. Observed establishment without written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector will also provide copy of Big 6 Foodborne illnesses.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager on duty. Observed no certified food manager available for location.
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. Observed employees hired more than 60 days with required food training.
Person in charge unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Observed PIC unable to answer questions regarding eight food allergens. Inspector will provide copy of Eight food allergens.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep table over food stored below. Employee will remove and store properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with watch and bracelets on.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple buckets of soy sauce located on cook line and in walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired June 1st 2023
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Opened bag of cooked pork belly not date marked in walk in cooler. Employee stated bag was opened three days ago. Employee date marked pork belly.
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. Establishment does not have a written clean up procedure for vomiting and diarrhea. After reviewing with manager he purchase a clean up kit online during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Box of trash bags stored inside handwash sink on cook line. Employee properly stored box.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment does not have chlorine test strips
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked eggs, ramen broth, and cut watermelon not date marked in walk in cooler. Employee stated food was prepared two days ago. Employee date marked food.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with red solution not labeled in warewashing area. Employee stated red so,union is degreaser solution and he labeled the bottle.
Equipment in poor repair. Beverage reach in cooler has a torn gasket.
Food stored on floor. Case of bottle water stored on floor inside the walk in cooler. Employee properly stored bottle water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Stand alone reach in freezer interior soiled under bags of raw chicken
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor in front beverage station. Employee properly stored sanitizer bucket
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.