VOCO BY IHG
215 ANASTASIA BLVD, Saint Augustine FL 32080 · 904.217.7052
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 13 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2025.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test kit for dish machine. Person in charge has test kits for triple sinks.
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. Observed one employee hired over 60 days missing proof of food handler training.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor behind bar soiled with food stains and debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Person in charge was cleaning during inspection.
Feb 25, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked potatoes wrapped in plastic wrap with a date mark 2/17. Person in charge stated they reused plastic wrap and the label is the wrong date. Person in charge added correct date mark.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked potatoes (69F - Cold Holding); ambient air raw shell eggs (69F - Cold Holding) left on counter for less than two hours per food employee. Discussed with food employee and they placed product back in reach in cooler too cool.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food chute for enclosed fryer soiled with food debris.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed reuse of plastic wrap per food employee.
Oct 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Dishwasher machine sanitizer 0ppm. Operator unclogged machine during inspection sanitizer 100 ppm.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service coffee filters not properly protected. Operator covered.
Jun 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 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. Dishmachine sanitizer 0ppm.
Jun 9, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Dishmachine sanitizer 0ppm.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2025.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Soda gun behind bar area soiled.
Jan 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 18, 2024Call 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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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. At back of seating area small staff room with coffee maker, juice and drink machines, storage for single service items and dry goods. Observed no hand wash sink in close proximity. Room not showed on current plans.
Oct 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken wrapped in plastic wrap on top shelf over ready to eat food in reach in freezer. Also raw shell eggs stored next to bread on bottom shelf in reach in cooler in kitchen.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose laying in 3 compartment sink in kitchen.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed 3 packages of tuna, 6 packages salmon and 8 packages of Mahi on top shelf in reach in cooler thawed and not open. Packed labeled to remain frozen until time of use.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pooled eggs at 63F and raw bacon at 57F on prep table in kitchen. Employee stated items out for approximately 15 minutes. Employee discarded eggs and returned bacon to reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles with chemicals stored next to coffee filters on bottom shelf in cafe kitchen by juice machine.
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. At back of seating area small staff room with coffee maker, juice and drink machines, storage for single service items and dry goods. Observed no hand wash sink in close proximity. Room not showed on current plans.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed 3 packages of tuna, 6 packages salmon and 8 packages of Mahi on top shelf in reach in cooler thawed and not open. Packed labeled to remain frozen until time of use.
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed coffee filters on counter in small cafe kitchen located in back of dining room uncovered.
Food stored on floor. Observed gallons of oil stored on floor in storage are in back of kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Amana xpress oven has debris buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood and filters over grill has debris buildup.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed a box of unwashed mushrooms over shredded cheese in reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop bucket in water.
Mar 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over ice cream in reach in freezer.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk not dated. Person in charge dated.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding is missing on 2 sides of kitchen.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall is not smooth and easily cleanable.
Feb 5, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 4, 2023Call 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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No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Dishmachine has been added to kitchen. Mop sink is located in laundry room. Bar has been added in lobby with triple sink, ice machine. Not indicated on plan review.
Oct 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate0 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Mozzarella dated 9/7. Bread pudding dated 9/3.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No proof of CFM for establishment due to only one available expired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing papertowels from hand wash sink in kitchen and at bar. Also missing hand wash sign from front bar.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Dishmachine has been added to kitchen. Mop sink is located in laundry room. Bar has been added in lobby with triple sink, ice machine. Not indicated on plan review.
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 charge unable to provide proof of training due to all expired.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment holds breakfast items on time. Unable to provide paperwork during inspection. Emailed to operator during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. One spray bottle with yellow chemical unlabeled at bar. Person in charge labeled.
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.