VOO SWAR RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
51 ROBERT ST, Atlantic Beach FL 32233 · 904.713.5551
Last inspected Mar 6, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in bar area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023008642 | Dec 20, 2022 | Mar 30, 2023 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in stand alone cooler in back room raw steak on top of ready to eat tortillas. Manager removed and stored properly.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee handwashing station on cook line without paper towels. Operator provided paper towels.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed employee handwashing sink on cook line without hot water.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in stand alone freezer in back room.
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Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed employee handwashing sink faucet not working properly on hot water side.
Sep 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed Business license expired 6-1-2025.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over drinks in stand alone cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in stand alone freezer in back room.
Mar 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in stand alone Raw fish (45F - Cold Holding). Manager stated he has been in and out of cooler. Manager placed raw fish in cooler in back storage area.
No hot water provided at handwash sink/three-compartment sink/mop sink when dishmachine is running. Observed no Hot water for the establishment. Operator stated hot water just went out and has new tank there waiting to be installed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on shelf above food prep. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest freezer with torn gasket.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grill filters soiled over grill area.
Oct 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw frozen chicken over raw frozen fish in stand alone freezer. Manager removed and stored raw chicken properly.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in storage room near kitchen. Manager removed and discarded from restaurant.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on 3 compartment sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food stored on floor.
Jun 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in bar area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired June 1st 2024.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed labeled household pesticide located across from drink cooler. Manager removed from establishment.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken on prep table at 55F. Observed raw fish at 48F on prep table on cook line. Employee removed and placed in stand alone cooler.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed food training expired for 1 employee.
Food stored on floor. Observed large containers of Flour stored on floor of kitchen. Manager will place something under bins to raise 6 inches.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken and fish on prep table located in kitchen thawing. Employee removed and placed chicken and fish in stand alone cooler.
Feb 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Required employee training expired for some employees.
Food stored on floor. Observed flour in large containers stored on floor. Manager placed pallet under flour containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen shrimp in sink thawing. Manager turned water on until employee was ready to prep shrimp.
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.