Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine
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1835 Us Hwy 1 S #115, Saint Augustine, FL 32084Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine has accumulated 254 violations across 30 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.5 per visit. The facility was shut down once in 2023 for sewage leaks and has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $1,000 fine. Employee health reporting, utensil sanitation, and consumer advisories are the most frequently cited violations. Recent inspections in 2025 continue to document high-priority violations, with 7 of 14 cited in the most recent visit.
Most recent closure: March 8, 2023 for sewage leaks.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
8.5
violations / inspection
8.5 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.93
violations / inspection
4.93 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (1)
Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023029833 | $1,000.00 | Mar 8, 2023 | Orlando |
Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (31)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— 4 inspections27 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections27 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine was last shut down on March 8, 2023 for sewage leaks. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine are: Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine had?
- Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine has had 31 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine find?
- Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on March 24, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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 V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?
- Violation 06 (Handwashing facilities) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/06.
- Has Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Ginger Bistro in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $1,000.00 across 1 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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