How many health inspections has CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL had?

CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL has had 42 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL ever been shut down?

Yes, CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal.

What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?

PARASITE SURVIVAL: Without proper freezing or cooking, parasites in fish (Anisakis, tapeworm), pork (Trichinella), and wild game survive to infect consumers. Anisakis larvae in raw sushi cause severe abdominal pain and allergic reactions. Tapeworm cysts in undercooked pork/beef grow into 15-30 foot worms in intestines. Proper freezing (-4°F for 7 days) kills parasites. Fish intended for raw consumption (sushi, sashimi, ceviche, tartare) must be frozen to -4°F for 7 days, or -31°F for 15 hours before service. Exception: tuna species and aquacultured fish fed processed feed. Pork and wild game must reach minimum internal cooking temperature. Document all freezing records.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

CHEMICAL POISONING: Improperly stored chemicals near food can cause acute poisoning through contamination, mislabeling, or accidental use. Sanitizer concentrate causes chemical burns to mouth and esophagus. Pesticides cause neurological damage. Degreaser ingestion requires emergency treatment. Cross-contamination from chemical storage areas can affect all food in facility. Store ALL chemicals: below food and food contact surfaces, in original labeled containers, separated from food storage areas, in designated chemical storage area. Never store chemicals in food containers. Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all chemicals. Train employees on proper chemical handling, storage, and emergency procedures.

CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL

4320 A1A S 9, Saint Augustine, FL 32080

St. Johns County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL INC · License: SEA6501451

CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL in Saint Augustine, FL has 42 inspections on record with 216 total violations (5.1 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

42Inspections

216Violations

2Closures

Data current as of May 30, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL
Date	Reason	Reopened
Sep 13, 2024	Rodent activity	08:13:00
Aug 23, 2018	Roach activity	16:22:00

Inspection History (42)

May 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Call Back - Complied

May 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Nov 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Sep 14, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 13, 2024 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Apr 18, 2024 — Routine - Food· 19 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 19, 2023 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

Feb 27, 2023 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jan 25, 2023 — Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 14, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 9, 2022 — Routine - Food· 17 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

May 16, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

May 12, 2022 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 13, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 9, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Dec 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 7, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Sep 25, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 24, 2020 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jun 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 4, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Oct 16, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 10, 2019 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V07 No bare hand contact

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Mar 19, 2019 — Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V25 Allergen awareness

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 15, 2019 — Complaint Full· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 14, 2019 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Nov 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 24, 2018 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Aug 23, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 26, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 19, 2018 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 1, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 25, 2017 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Aug 18, 2017 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Apr 24, 2017 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 17, 2016 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V07 No bare hand contact

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL has had 2 emergency closures, compared to the St. Johns County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.1 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.87.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL had?: CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL has had 42 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL ever been shut down?: Yes, CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at CONNOLLY'S SHORE GRILL are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper sewage disposal.

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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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