Eat SafelyIn Florida

TSAOCAA

255 3 ST, Neptune Beach FL 32266 · 646.645.1176

Last inspected Jul 23, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats13
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2616066
Grade history
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JUL 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired June 1st 2023
High priority/50-17-3
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Jul 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
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.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach without a label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Basic/22-20-5
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
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
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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.
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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Jan 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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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.
High priority/08B-02-4
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.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/36-37-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents on serve line dusty.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/10-17-4/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. 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.
Basic/02D-03-4
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.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Stored food not covered. Observed in stand alone drink cooler in Dining area with fresh macaron cookies not covered.
Basic/08B-12-5
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.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor at the entrance of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Jul 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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.
High priority/41-05-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed establishment with 2 hand sinks near front register used for ware washing.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled.
Basic/36-34-5
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.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Jan 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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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.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
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.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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.
Basic/23-03-4
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.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 2, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning/Return visit Aug 2, 2024 · Still the same at callback. Time Extended
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.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Return visit Aug 2, 2024 · Still the same. Time Extended
Jul 31, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
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.
Intermediate/53A-15-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
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.
Basic/13-07-4
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple buckets of soy sauce located on cook line and in walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired June 1st 2023
High priority/50-17-3
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.
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. 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.
Intermediate/11-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Box of trash bags stored inside handwash sink on cook line. Employee properly stored box.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Corrected On-Site
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment does not have chlorine test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1/Repeat Violation
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.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment in poor repair. Beverage reach in cooler has a torn gasket.
Basic/14-11-5
Food stored on floor. Case of bottle water stored on floor inside the walk in cooler. Employee properly stored bottle water
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Stand alone reach in freezer interior soiled under bags of raw chicken
Basic/22-16-4
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Basic/14-17-4/Repeat Violation
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor in front beverage station. Employee properly stored sanitizer bucket
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site

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.