Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach

Last inspected:

1021 Atlantic Blvd, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Overview

Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach operated 78 seats and has accumulated 115 violations across 21 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on April 25, 2019 for sewage leaks. High-priority violations have been a persistent pattern: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections between February 2025 and February 2026, chemical storage violations were cited multiple times, and consumer advisory violations were documented in 4 of the most recent 6 inspections. A February 3, 2026 inspection found 30 violations including 5 high-priority findings—improper parasite destruction, chemical storage failures, and employee health reporting—prompting a Warning Issued disposition. A propane tank larger than code-permitted capacity was documented inside the building on February 3, 2026, a fire safety violation. The facility received two Administrative Complaint Recommended dispositions (February 10 and August 13, 2025), signaling potential formal enforcement proceedings. The most recent inspection on February 9, 2026 showed Call Back - Complied with zero violations, indicating the facility corrected prior findings.

Most recent closure: April 25, 2019 for sewage leaks.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

21Inspections
115Violations
1Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach
DateReasonReopened
Sewage leaks 13:40:00

Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed Propane tank hooked to black stone grill located in back room.

Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 4 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach last inspected?
Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach last shut down?
Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach was last shut down on April 25, 2019 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach had?
Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach find?
Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach was most recently inspected on February 9, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Sierra Grille in Atlantic Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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