Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach
Last inspected:
2910 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach has accumulated 267 violations across 29 inspections since 2017, averaging 9.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach and rodent activity in December 2022. Fire inspections document propane tanks stored inside the building across multiple years and operators, a hazard that has persisted since at least 2016 when the location operated as Sandy Bottoms Beach Bar & Grill. Recent enforcement patterns show administrative complaints recommended in three of the last four inspections, with high-priority violations consistently cited in 2025.
Most recent closure: December 15, 2022 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages
This Facility
9.4
violations / inspection
9.4 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
Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023010459 | $400.00 | Dec 15, 2022 | Tampa |
Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
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 4 propane tanks in storage near front door inside building at front entrance.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher by hand washing sink across from expo line. Manager states that fire extinguisher company has been called to replace. **Corrective Action Taken**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 5 of them at bar outside by at night the close all the curtains, so bar can be enclosed completely
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.k class on floor
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections36 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections47 violations · 30 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
- Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 4, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach last shut down?
- Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach was last shut down on December 15, 2022 for roach & 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 Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach are: Employee health reporting, Shell stock requirements, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach had?
- Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach find?
- Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on May 4, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach been fined?
- Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Sandbar and Kitchen in Fernandina Beach operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Sandy Bottoms Beach Bar & Grill (2016), The Sandbar & Kitchen (2019).
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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).
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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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