Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach
Last inspected:
801 Beech St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach has been emergency-closed once for rodent activity on February 22, 2022. Across 19 inspections spanning nearly four years, the facility accumulated 94 violations, averaging 4.9 per inspection—near the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the record shows a sharp recent deterioration: an inspection on January 6, 2026 documented 30 violations including four high-priority findings (management awareness, employee health policy, food contact surfaces, allergen awareness), prompting a Warning Issued disposition. That same facility then returned to compliance on January 15, 2026 with zero violations cited. High-priority violations appear frequently across the inspection history, with management awareness violations cited in at least four separate inspections and food contact surface violations documented repeatedly. The facility has one disciplinary action on record totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 15, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied.
Most recent closure: February 22, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages
Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022011600 | $400.00 | Feb 22, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections26 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 8 inspections41 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
- Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 15, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach last shut down?
- Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach was last shut down on February 22, 2022 for rodent activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach had?
- Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach find?
- Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on January 15, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach been fined?
- Kitchen 251 in Fernandina Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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