Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach

Last inspected:

925 S 14 St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Overview

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach was emergency-closed on January 9, 2025 for rodent activity. The facility has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $860 in fines. Across 19 inspections since 2021, the establishment recorded 139 violations, averaging 7.3 per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations appear repeatedly throughout the inspection history: employee health reporting violations were cited in at least 4 separate inspections, food contact surface violations in multiple inspections, and shell stock and parasite destruction violations across multiple years. A fire safety violation was documented on the closure date—the rear exit door by restrooms was locked. The January 9 closure inspection found 10 violations including 4 high-priority findings (employee health reporting, parasite destruction, food contact surfaces, and consumer advisory). The facility complied with the emergency order by January 10. However, the most recent inspection on August 14, 2025 identified 12 new violations including 1 high-priority food contact surface violation, resulting in an "Inspection Completed - No Further Action" disposition.

Most recent closure: January 9, 2025 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

19Inspections
139Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$860in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages

This Facility 7.3 violations / inspection 7.3 violations per inspection
Nassau County Avg 6.36 violations / inspection 6.36 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Nassau County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 08:34:00

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)

Total fines on record: $860.00

Disciplinary action history for Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2025047563 $300.00 Mar 11, 2025 Miami (Doral)
5--2025025359 $400.00 Jan 9, 2025 Miami (Doral)
5--2017033826 $160.00 Jul 12, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Emergency order recommended

Inspector Observation: Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. Rear exit door by restrooms. Exit door unlocked. **Corrected On-Site**

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (19)

— 4 inspections21 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection12 violations · 8 high priority
— 7 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 14, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach last shut down?
Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach was last shut down on January 9, 2025 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 Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach?
The most frequently cited violations at Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach had?
Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach has had 19 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach find?
Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on August 14, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
Yes, Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
Has Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $860.00 in fines.
How much has Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach been fined?
Moon River Pizza in Fernandina Beach has been fined a total of $860.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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