MANATEE CAFE
525 SR 16 #106, SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL 32084
License #6501638
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Mixed Health Record
How is this score calculated? →MANATEE CAFE in SAINT AUGUSTINE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 78.6 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has been inspected 10 times from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on May 5, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 24 total violations — 4 critical, 5 major, 15 minor.
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What stands out in this inspection history
The latest inspection on May 5, 2026 included 2 critical violations, 2 major, and 5 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [01B-02-5] Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In bottom of reach in cooler overnight; Chicken 45F
- [21-04-4] In-use wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Under 2 cutting boards. Person in charge removed rags.
- [27-16-4] Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Person in charge messed with hot water and he got hot water to work.
- [53A-03-7] Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Owners food certificate expired in February 2026.
- [22-08-4] Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave has food debris inside. Person in charge wiped clean.
- [42-01-4] Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Person in charge hung up to dry.
- [14-71-4] Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Dust tape used to tape down plastic lining on lower shelves.
- [03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In bottom of reach in cooler overnight; Chicken 45F
- [36-34-5] Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vents in kitchen are soiled with grease.
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MANATEE CAFE has some meaningful issues on record. Would you still eat here?
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