Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach

Last inspected:

510 S Eighth St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Overview

Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach has been inspected 25 times since January 2022, recording 222 violations — an average of 8.9 violations per inspection, significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspections, including employee health policy violations (appearing in at least 4 inspections), hand-washing violations (cited in at least 5 inspections spanning 2022–2026), food in good condition violations, and time-as-control violations. The facility has no emergency closure history. A fire safety violation on February 2, 2026 documented an oversized propane tank stored inside the building. A complaint-based full inspection on February 2, 2026 resulted in a Warning Issued disposition with 45 violations found, including five high-priority violations: allergen awareness, proper hand and arm washing, approved food source, food in good condition, and shell stock requirements. A follow-up inspection on February 11, 2026 resulted in Call Back - Complied with zero violations.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

25Inspections
222Violations
0Closures
4Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages

This Facility 8.9 violations / inspection 8.9 violations per inspection
Nassau County Avg 6.36 violations / inspection 6.36 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Nassau County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 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. Propane tank larger than 2.7lbs located inside building.
— 3 fire violations

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By entrance to kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2020-09-30: - From follow-up inspection 2020-11-30: Gauge on fire extinguisher near kitchen is still in the red **Time Extended**

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By entrance to kitchen - From follow-up inspection 2020-09-30:

— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. By entrance to kitchen

Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)

— 2 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— 5 inspections37 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority

Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 11, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Single-use items.
How many health inspections has Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach had?
Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach find?
Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on February 11, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
No, Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Mini Drunken Noodle in Fernandina Beach operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Area 51 BBQ & Grill (2020-2020).

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