Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
525 Sr 16 #106, Saint Augustine, FL 32084Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine has accumulated 262 violations across 39 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.7 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. In August 2025, inspectors returned on consecutive days over a one-week period due to an emergency order, citing repeated non-compliance with high-priority violations before achieving compliance on the fourth visit.
Most recent closure: August 14, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg
4.93
violations / inspection
4.93 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
St. Johns County Avg
0.21
closures / facility
0.21 county average
Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)
Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025077841 | $800.00 | Aug 14, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2025072513 | $400.00 | Aug 1, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 11 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections32 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 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· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine under active enforcement?
- Records show 7 emergency order inspections between August 1, 2025 and August 15, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine was last shut down on August 14, 2025 for roach 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 Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine had?
- Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine find?
- Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on May 5, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Manatee Cafe in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $1,200.00 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.
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