Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs
Last inspected:
422 S Orange Ave, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs has accumulated 222 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.7 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: management awareness failures appeared in 6 of the last 8 inspections, employee health policy violations were cited in at least 4 inspections, food contact surface violations appeared in 7 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations were documented in 6 inspections. The facility has also been cited for chemical storage violations, parasite destruction failures, and time-temperature control issues across multiple inspection cycles. A fire safety violation in August 2016 documented flammables stored near a source of ignition. Administrative complaints have been recommended in 7 of the last 10 inspections, indicating repeated failure to correct violations or achieve sustained compliance. The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026 identified 21 violations including high-priority management awareness, time-temperature control, food contact surface, and employee health reporting failures, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs: Comparison to Clay County Averages
Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections29 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs last inspected?
- Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 14, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs had?
- Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs find?
- Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs was most recently inspected on January 14, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs ever been shut down?
- No, Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sheik Sandwiches and Subs in Green Cove Springs operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Mandarin Wok (2016).
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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