Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
4320 A1a S 9, Saint Augustine, FL 32080Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine has accumulated 235 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.3 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice, in separate incidents involving roach and rodent activity. Recent enforcement shows an active pattern: between September 2024 and October 2025, inspectors issued warnings, emergency orders, and administrative complaints following repeated high-priority violations, particularly around ventilation and food handling.
Most recent closure: September 13, 2024 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
5.4
violations / inspection
5.4 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.92
violations / inspection
4.92 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)
Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025000447 | $400.00 | Sep 13, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2018045365 | $400.00 | Aug 23, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale |
Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections28 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections17 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections24 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 14, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine was last shut down on September 13, 2024 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 Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine had?
- Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine find?
- Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on May 14, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- Has Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Connolly's Shore Grill in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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