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PIESANOS PINTS & PIES

8075 SW HWY 200 STE 101, OCALA · Marion County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Backflow prevention device missing at green hose connection after splitter added to mop sink. Manager removed the splitter during this inspection.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. 1. Employee at cookline drank from his drink cup with gloved hands, wiped the gloves on his apron, then continued to handle utensils at the cookline. 2. Employee at cookline scratched her face with bare hands, then placed both hands on hips, then proceeded to handle utensils at the cookline. Manager had both employees wash hands before continuing to work at cookline.
Open dumpster lid and/or missing drain plug. 1. Drain plug missing from cardboard dumpster. 2. Lids of both dumpsters left open. Manager closed both lids during this inspection.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Several ceiling tiles and air vents on ceiling in warewash area soiled with dust.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Remnants of old labels on sides of several clear plastic pans on clean dish rack.

8121 SW SR 200, OCALA · Marion County

Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Two flies crawling on donuts displayed at front counter. One powdered donut and one jelly filled donut.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter at front of kitchen: whipped topping (63F - Cold Holding). The whipped topping contains milk and the employee at the front counter stated it has been held at room temperature for approximately one hour, then moved it back to a cooler to cool to 41F.
Live, small flying insects found. Two flies crawling on donuts displayed at front counter. Stop sales issued. Three flies flying in kitchen behind front counter. Two flies crawling on lid of plastic pan and on wire rack at front counter. One fly flying in kitchen near back door.
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/ Inspector observed seven employees handling food without a certified food manager present.
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/ One National Registry of Food Safety Professionals manager certificate expired on 06/14/2026.
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3131 SW COLLEGE RD #406, OCALA · Marion County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles with liquid soap stored above cleaned containers at the ware washing area, employee moved the spray bottle.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at the triple sink area blocked by big container begin stored inside sink, Manager removed.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. For one new female employee, agreement signed during inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Inside rice container, manager moved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in coolers and freezers gaskets with mold like substance
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3100 SW COLLEGE RD, OCALA · Marion County

Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Product retrieval door heavily soiled with dust and food debris.

GARDEN STREET BISTRO

105 S 3 ST, FERNANDINA BEACH · Nassau County

At callback, observed one (1) live roach on floor under speed rack on cook line next to stand up reach in cooler.
At callback, observed no roach droppings in establishment.
At callback, one (1) dead roach observed on floor in doorway between ice machine and ac unit. Employee cleaned up and discarded.

2108 SADLER SQ, FERNANDINA · Nassau County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk-in cooler, raw beef stored under raw chicken. Operator moved raw beef above raw chicken.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In small reach in freezer on cook line, ice cubes and raw breaded shrimp stored in plastic to go bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, fried chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Operator stated chicken was out for orders then put back into walk-in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In bottom of flip top reach in cooler on cook line, pan of raw chicken stored over uncovered raw vegetables in water. Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf. Also, in stand up reach in cooler near three compartment sink, bowl of raw octopus stored on top of container of raw vegetables in water. Operator moved raw octopus.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. In reach in cooler next to fryers, non-food grade paper towel used in bottom of container of sliced green onions.
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MEXICAN GRILL CANTINA DON PATRON

1519 SADLER RD, FERNANDINA BEACH · Nassau County

Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. On dry storage rack, one can of mushrooms extremely dented/crushed along top edge.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, two pans of two beef stored over cooked chicken and cooked beef. Operator moved raw beef to bottom shelf.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At bar, Triple Sink (Quaternary 0ppm). Employee only put one quaternary tablet instead of two. Rechecked at 150ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk-in cooler, box of raw chorizo stored over various unwashed produce. Operator moved chorizo.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In walk-in cooler, two large metal pans of refried beans (48F-53F - Cooling @ overnight). Operator stated employee made last night and placed in walk-in cooler in deep pans and lid covered lids. See stop sale.
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THE PATIO PLACE

416 ASH ST, FERNANDINA BEACH · Nassau County

At callback, observed one (1) live flying insect on cook line. Also, observed one (1) live flying insect near sink by expo area.

1408 LEWIS ST, FERNANDINA BEACH · Nassau County

At callback, operator has made no new progress with plan review.

21 AVILES ST, SAINT AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County

Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Staffs certificates have expired.

VICTORIAN HOUSE BED AND BREAKFAST

11 CADIZ ST, SAINT AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Outside reach in cooler; eggs, butter, cheese 55F, salsa 55F; ( - Cold Holding)
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Outside reach in cooler; eggs, butter, cheese 55F, salsa 55F; ( - Cold Holding)
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Staffs certificates are expired.

ATHENA RESTAURANT

14 CATHEDRAL PL, ST AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in freezer #1 raw beef over cooked corn dogs. Person in charge moved raw beef to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In cooler overnight; Drawers; raw beef, raw chicken 45F, cooked chicken 54F, raw fish 44F, ( - Cold Holding) Inside reach in cooler; pasta, cream, Alfredo sauce, butter 45F, rice 47F, salsa, vegetable soup, cheese 46F; ( - Cold Holding)
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In cooler overnight; Drawers; raw beef, raw chicken 45F, cooked chicken 54F, raw fish 44F, ( - Cold Holding) Inside reach in cooler; pasta, cream, Alfredo sauce, butter 45F, rice 47F, salsa, vegetable soup, cheese 46F; ( - Cold Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slicer has old food debris on under side.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles/bottom shelves. All 4 reach in freezers have soiled bottom shelf.
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VINOS PIZZA AND ITALIAN CUISINE

605 SR 13 STE 103, JACKSONVILLE · St. Johns County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink, splitter missing backflow preventer on non chemical dispenser side with hose attached.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. In back kitchen, 3 chemical spray bottles not labeled. Operator labeled bottles.
Equipment in poor repair. At cook line, reach-in cooler lid over pizza sauce and cheese is separating. At front counter area, interior of bottom microwave has rust and finish in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In back kitchen prep area, scale and exterior of breadcrumb container soiled with food residue.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At cook line, 3 tongs stored on stove handle. Operator moved tongs.
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FIREHOUSE SUBS #0072

2245 W CR 210 STE 111, ST JOHNS · St. Johns County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink, splitter missing backflow preventer on non chemical dispenser side.
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. At front counter register area, cookies and brownies packaged on-site missing address on labels.

MOES SOUTHWEST GRILL #198

445 N SR 13 STE 1, ST. JOHNS · St. Johns County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line in altosham, brisket (122F - Hot Holding). Brisket prepared 2 hours prior. Manager reheated to 187f.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 flying insects in back kitchen and manager office.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At front counter, employee adjusted hat with bare hand, then handled customer togo drink, then put on gloves with no handwash.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At handwash sink near office, cloth towel stored in sink. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At back kitchen, lids on multiple white plastic containers have build up of food residue. In dining room, cabinet under salsa station soiled with food residue.
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ISLAND BEACH GRILL

909 ANASTASIA PARK ROAD, SAINT AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County

In-use utensil stored in sanitizer between uses. Observed utensils stored in sanitizer bucket located on flip-top cooler cutting board. Person in charge placed all utensils in ware washing.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket on flip-top cooler cutting board. Person in charge removed bucket from food prep surface.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Observed bathrooms in an enclosed separated building next to food service out of order. Parts are being ordered and awaiting Tallahassee approval as the bathrooms are managed by The State Park Service. There are signs directing guests to use portable bathrooms or the hilltop permanent bathrooms located across the parking lot.

ROMANO'S PIZZERIA AND RESTAURANT

4010 US 1 SOUTH STE 113-115, SAINT AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County

Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 14 live roaches in between display table/wine rack and wall located in lobby currently closed during lunch hours. Observed 1 live roaches crawling on hand washing station in closed lobby wait station. Observed 1 live roaches crawling on floor under same hand washing station.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in rocks under wine display table in lobby.

926 SANTA MARIA BLVD, SAINT AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County

Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches on floor by back door. Person in charge killed and removed from establishment
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishments observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. License expired 6/1/26
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards stained with food debris
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 some employees missing required proof of training.
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. Observed steaks seared, cooled, stored in reach in cooler and then cooked fully second time for immediate service without non continuous cooking procedures.
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TIKKA BOWLS & TACOS

155 FOUNTAINS WAY BLDG 1 STE 4, ST. JOHNS · St. Johns County

Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 3 SafeStaff certificates available, all expired. Operator can email certificates to inspector and inspection will be complied without no onsite visit.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At dining room station, Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Sanitizer container empty. Operator changed container, remade bucket, tested 200ppm.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At soda dispenser ice bin, lid has build up of encrusted residue.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License expired 7/1/2026 posted at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At dish area, exterior of bulk rice containers have build up of food residue.

NED'S NEW ENGLAND DECK

170 FOUNTAINS WAY UNIT 7, ST. JOHNS · St. Johns County

Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter at mop sink missing backflow preventer on non chemical dispenser side.

6804 US HWY 129, LIVE OAK · Suwannee County

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. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in cooler dusty.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted. Inspector provided operator with written procedure.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent on cook line dusty.

1416 OHIO AVE S STE B, LIVE OAK · Suwannee County

Reach-in cooler: creamer 46F, milk 49F.

BAYOU JOE`S MARINA & GRILL

112A E 3 CT, PANAMA CITY · Bay County

Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Cook line.

11127 W FRONT BEACH RD, PANAMA CITY BEACH · Bay County

Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Honeydew and cantaloupe mix, cheese platter, and pico de gallo on buffet with no protection. Operator removed items from buffet during inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Thawed tuna in vacuum sealed bags. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Drawers: ham 47F, salmon 48F, per manager items in cooler approximately 1 hour. Voluntarily discarded at time of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaning supplies stored in prep area hand wash sink. Items removed during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at omelette station handwash sink. Restocked at time of inspection.
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MOSEY`S DOWNTOWN

425 GRACE AVE, PANAMA CITY · Bay County

Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 7 rodent droppings on the floor next to beer upright cooler closer to the wall calendar, 2 droppings on the floor behind the soda syrups, in the bar area; approximately 3 droppings on the floor of heater room in dining area.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee using personal phone put on gloves without washing their hands first, left the kitchen area, returned and engaged in food preparation.
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Cat sleeping on a seat in the dining area. Operator removed cat at the time of inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board used in prep table with multiple deep cut marks.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Frozen standing water in upright freezer across from walk in coolers.
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