Amelia Island — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS

Overview

Amelia Island, Florida has 19 food establishments with 395 inspections on record. The pass rate is 94.7%, above the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.6 violations per visit.

Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.

19Facilities
395Total Inspections
0Closures 2026
94.7%Pass Rate
6.6Avg Violations

Most-Inspected Facilities

BusinessInspectionsViolationsClosures
Surf Restaurant Bar Grill & Motel 32 277 2
Bob's Steak & Chop House 22 227 0
Baxter's Restaurant 21 221 0
Ritz Carlton Main Kitchen 24 212 0
Ocean Side Grill 24 203 0

Amelia Island Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages

Amelia Island 94.7% Pass Rate 94.7%
Florida Average 86% Pass Rate 86%
Amelia Island 6.6 Avg Violations / Inspection 6.6
Florida Average 4.7 Avg Violations / Inspection 4.7
Amelia Island 0 Closures per 100 Facilities 0
Florida Average 1.37 Closures per 100 Facilities 1.37

Amelia Island Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations

Amelia Island Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines

3Actions on Record
$1,400Total Fines
$467Avg Fine
$800Largest Fine
2Facilities Fined

Amelia Island Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations

14Fire Violations
10Facilities Cited

Most Common Fire Safety Issues

IssueCitations
Missing boiler certificate/report 7
Propane tank stored inside building 4
Cooking without hood suppression 2
Other fire safety violation 1

Amelia Island Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records

In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Amelia Island has 1 FDACS-regulated facilities with 2 inspections on record.

1Retail Facilities
2FDACS Inspections

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Amelia Island: Notable Restaurants

Amelia Island Restaurant Inspections: FAQ

How many restaurants are in Amelia Island?
Amelia Island, Florida has 19 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Amelia Island?
The current pass rate for food establishments in Amelia Island is 94.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
What are the most common health violations in Amelia Island?
The most frequently cited violations in Amelia Island are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
How does Amelia Island compare to the Florida state average?
Amelia Island has a pass rate of 94.7%, which is 8.7 percentage points above the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.6 compared to the state average of 4.67.
How often are restaurants inspected in Amelia Island?
Food establishments in Amelia Island have an average of 20.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
How much in fines have restaurants in Amelia Island been assessed?
Food establishments in Amelia Island have been assessed $1,400 in fines across 3 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $467 and the largest single fine was $800.
How many fire safety violations have been found in Amelia Island restaurants?
14 fire safety violations have been documented across 10 food establishments in Amelia Island. The most common issue is missing boiler certificate/report.
Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Amelia Island inspected?
Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Amelia Island, Florida has 1 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 2 inspections on record.

Amelia Island Restaurants & Food Establishments (19)

Surf Restaurant Bar Grill & Motel 2 closures

3199 S FLETCHER AVE, Amelia Island

32 inspections · 277 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Bob's Steak & Chop House

80 AMELIA VILLAGE CIR, Amelia Island

22 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Baxter's Restaurant

4919 FIRST COAST HWY, Amelia Island

21 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ritz Carlton Main Kitchen

4750 AMELIA ISLAND PARKWAY, Amelia Island

24 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Ocean Side Grill

51 BEACH LAGOON RD, Amelia Island

24 inspections · 203 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Marche Burette

87 AMELIA VILLAGE CIR, Amelia Island

28 inspections · 202 violations · Last: Oct 2025

Golf Club at Amelia Island

4700 AMELIA ISLAND PKWY, Amelia Island

26 inspections · 191 violations · Last: Nov 2025

Long Point

12 LONG POINT DR, Amelia Island

20 inspections · 166 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Amelia River Golf Club

4477 BUCCANEER TRAIL, Amelia Island

22 inspections · 162 violations · Last: Dec 2025

Coquina - Pool Bar

4750 AMELIA ISLAND PKY, Amelia Island

18 inspections · 136 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Verandah

142 RACQUET PARK DR, Amelia Island

21 inspections · 130 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Banquet Kitchen

4750 AMELIA ISLAND PKY, Amelia Island

19 inspections · 108 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Seaglass

41 BEACH LAGOON RD, Amelia Island

21 inspections · 87 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Driftwood Kitchen

5 OCEAN CLUB DR, Amelia Island

17 inspections · 86 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ritz Carlton Lobby Bar

4750 AMELIA ISLAND PKWY, Amelia Island

19 inspections · 84 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Ocean Club

5 OCEAN CLUB DR, Amelia Island

20 inspections · 71 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Beach Club at Summer Beach

5000 AMELIA ISLAND PKWY, Amelia Island

13 inspections · 65 violations · Last: May 2025

Hive

41 BEACH-LAGOON ROAD, Amelia Island

16 inspections · 64 violations · Last: Feb 2026

Employee Dining

4750 AMELIA ISLAND PKY, Amelia Island

12 inspections · 42 violations · Last: Jan 2025