VILLAGE INN #24
900 N PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Saint Augustine FL 32084 · 904-824-4377
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 21 visits since September 2023
OCT 24
APR 25
AUG 25
SEP 25
MAY 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two(2) live flying insects inside men's restroom. Observed one(1) live flying insects in back lobby area. Observed two(2) live flying insects near mop sink.
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Inspection history
21 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 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. Dish machine tests at 0ppm. Showed staff how to prime and it read 100ppm.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooler 3; bacon 51°, potatoes 55°, tomatoes/peppers 45°, rice 46°,; ( - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line; Potatoes 71F, batter 65F.; ( - Cold Holding) Tomatoes, sausage 46F; ( - Cold Holding) On cook line; 3; bacon 51°, potatoes 55°, tomatoes/peppers 45°, rice 46°,; ( - Cold Holding). Placed potatoes on time control. Stop sealed cooler 3.
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. Person in change found food safety during inspection.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. On clean dish rack in front of walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above side server area there is black mold like substance in vents.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Addressed and cook placed beard guard on.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket are torn on cooler 2. Doors come off of cooler 3.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Missing in back server area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Floor has grease and other debris on cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In front of mop tink tile is missing. Standing water in front of mop sink.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Floor on cook line has deep groves in front of flat top.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Serveral cracked containers on cook line.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on not upside down between uses. Person in charge inverted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In cooler 3 there is standing water in bottom of reach in cooler.
Stored food not covered. In freezer on cook line; onion rings not covered. Person in charge covered.
Jan 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing waste water in mop sink. Observed multiple signs directing employees to not used mop sink. Employees dumping mop water in floor drain under dish machine per person in charge.
Nov 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in front dinning room with visible water damage and exposed rotten wood. Observed wall paper showing stains from water damage. Observed wall and ceiling tiles soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Oct 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two(2) live flying insects inside men's restroom. Observed one(1) live flying insects in back lobby area. Observed two(2) live flying insects near mop sink.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed brown fowl smelling waste water pooling on ground near mop sink and walk-in freezer. Mop sink has standing waste water inside and signs indicating employees to not dump water into mop sink. Observed waste water dumped in floor drain under dish machine. Some waster water spills onto floor in process. Person in charge had employee squeegee water into floor drain.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with black/green mold like substance through out kitchen and lobby area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing waste water in mop sink. Observed multiple signs directing employees to not used mop sink. Employees dumping mop water in floor drain under dish machine per person in charge.
Sep 2, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall in front dinning room with visible water damage and exposed rotten wood. Observed wall paper showing stains from water damage. Observed wall and ceiling tiles soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Aug 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two(2) live flying insects inside men's restroom. Observed one(1) live flying insects in back lobby area. Observed two(2) live flying insects near mop sink.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed brown fowl smelling waste water pooling on ground near mop sink and walk-in freezer. Mop sink has standing waste water inside and signs indicating employees to not dump water into mop sink. Observed waste water dumped in floor drain under dish machine. Some waster water spills onto floor in process. Person in charge had employee squeegee water into floor drain.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
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/. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked from employees use due to maintenance issues. Ownership has expressed desire to remove hand washing station as there is another hand washing station close by. Instructed them to file plans for approval.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with black/green mold like substance through out kitchen and lobby area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing waste water in mop sink. Observed multiple signs directing employees to not used mop sink. Employees dumping mop water in floor drain under dish machine per person in charge.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from ceiling tiles in back dining room area. Person in charge stated AC drain pan is damaged and is awaiting repairs within the next week.
Aug 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two(2) live flying insects inside men's restroom. Observed one(1) live flying insects in back lobby area. Observed two(2) live flying insects near mop sink.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed brown fowl smelling waste water pooling on ground near mop sink and walk-in freezer. Mop sink has standing waste water inside and signs indicating employees to not dump water into mop sink. Observed waste water dumped in floor drain under dish machine. Some waster water spills onto floor in process. Person in charge had employee squeegee water into floor drain.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
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/. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked from employees use due to maintenance issues. Ownership has expressed desire to remove hand washing station as there is another hand washing station close by. Instructed them to file plans for approval.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with black/green mold like substance through out kitchen and lobby area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing waste water in mop sink. Observed multiple signs directing employees to not used mop sink. Employees dumping mop water in floor drain under dish machine per person in charge.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from ceiling tiles in back dining room area. Person in charge stated AC drain pan is damaged and is awaiting repairs within the next week.
Aug 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two(2) live flying insects inside men's restroom. Observed one(1) live flying insects in back lobby area. Observed two(2) live flying insects near mop sink.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed brown fowl smelling waste water pooling on ground near mop sink and walk-in freezer. Mop sink has standing waste water inside and signs indicating employees to not dump water into mop sink. Observed waste water dumped in floor drain under dish machine. Some waster water spills onto floor in process. Person in charge had employee squeegee water into floor drain.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed expo line: cream cheese (56F - Cold Holding); butter (55F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sausage on griddle (110F - Hot Holding); and chicken soup (123F - Hot Holding) in steamer well for less than an hour per person in charge. Person in charge had employees place on griddle too reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards stained with food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
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/. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked from employees use due to maintenance issues. Ownership has expressed desire to remove hand washing station as there is another hand washing station close by. Instructed them to file plans for approval.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and ceiling vents soiled with black/green mold like substance through out kitchen and lobby area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed several cove molding missing or broken through out kitchen, dish pit, prep area, and storage rooms.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles broken or missing throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed delivery food on floor near walk-in freezer in brown fowl smelling waste water. Person in charge intervened and removed pies from boxes that were sitting in water before water soaked through cardboard.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole on left wall of dry storage room
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwaves soiled with food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled with grease.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing waste water in mop sink. Observed multiple signs directing employees to not used mop sink. Employees dumping mop water in floor drain under dish machine per person in charge.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed fan on cook line soiled with dust and grease.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed water leaking from ceiling tiles in back dining room area. Person in charge stated AC drain pan is damaged and is awaiting repairs within the next week.
Aug 4, 2025□ 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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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
Jun 18, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
May 13, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
May 5, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
Apr 24, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook crack raw shell eggs and then proceeded to handle utensils to finish cooking potatoes on flat top grill without hand washing. Discussed with person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed individual cream cheese (66F - Cold Holding) left on counter without ice or time control for less than one hour per waitresses. Discussed time controls with person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed tomato soup (127F - Hot Holding) on front counter for less than an hour per person in charge. Person in charge had cook start reheating.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple cutting boards on coolers stained with black streaks and food debris.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station near pie station blocked by tray because of plumbing in disrepair per person in charge.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding throughout kitchen missing or broken allowing food debris to collect.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple food containers stacked on drying racks with visible moisture.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several floor tiles through out kitchen cracked or missing. Tiles near walk-in freezer are causing water and food debris to be stored in cracks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on cook line coolers soiled with food debris. Observed salad cooler gaskets soiled with black/green mold like substance. Observed cook line hood filters soiled with grease and dust. Observed splash area on juice and soda machines near nozzles soiled with food debris.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee foam drink container on reach in freezer near food on cook line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed wall and wall vents on cook line soiled with dust, grease, and black/green mold like substance.
Oct 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed three cracked shell eggs on cook line. Person in charge disposed of eggs.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on cook line coolers stained with old food debris. Observed juice nozzles and soda machine nozzles soiled with food debris.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed several places in kitchen missing cove molding or with cracked cove molding.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line grooved with black streaks.
Equipment in poor repair. Exterior of ice machine rusting.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed several cracked or missing floor tiles throughout kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed wall coming apart behind ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on most reach in coolers soiled with food debris. Observed underside of drink and juice machines soiled with food debris.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed standing water in cabinets under ice bins on both kitchen drink counter and rear lobby drink counter.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed shelves in both walk-in cooler rusted.
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell egg above raw ground in make line cooler. Person in charge rearranged placing eggs on bottom.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station across from salad flip-top cooler blocked from use due to plumbing and drain issue. Person in charge has scheduled maintenance to jack hammer floor and repair drain. Establishment has another hand washing station within three feet from blocked hand washing station.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed cove molding missing or in disrepair through out kitchen and ware washing area.
Sep 19, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed wait staff employee come from dining room to service window bare hand contact two pieces of bread to place them in the toaster without hand washing. Bread reached 147F. Discussed with person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk-in cooler cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); brown gravy (44F - Cold Holding) tuna fish (45F - Cold Holding); cut deli meat (44F - Cold Holding); raw meat balls (45F - Cold Holding) Ambient walk-in cooler temperature 43.9F. Person in charge believes combination of high temperature gravy placed in walk-in cooler to cool with higher than normal ambient air temperature has raised the surrounding products temperature. Person in charge called service tech.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed cook line flip-top cooler door hinge broken. Person in charge has service scheduled.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed hole in wall above cook line coolers. Observed part of expo window in disrepair near hand washing station on cook line. Observed exposed dry wall in ware washing area. Dry wall is not sealed and is absorbent.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on cook line coolers soiled with black/green mold like substance and food debris. Observed gaskets on reach in freezer soiled with black/green mold like substance.
Single-service articles stored under leaking water. Observed napkins and rolled utensils under dripping water from AC on rear service line. Person in charge moved single service articles.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed walk-in cooler fan guards soiled with black/green mold like substance.
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.