Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine

Last inspected:

159 Palencia Village Dr Ste 111, Saint Augustine, FL 32095
Overview

Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine has accumulated 318 violations across 34 inspections since 2017, averaging 9.4 per visit, more than double the county average. The facility has not been shut down but shows a pattern of repeated non-compliance, with administrative complaints recommended five times and three warnings issued in the past 18 months. Fire safety inspections documented two violations involving portable fire extinguishers with improper gauge readings. Top recurring violations include cleanliness of multi-use utensils, proper hand and arm washing, and employee health reporting, each cited 16 to 17 times.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

34Inspections
318Violations
0Closures
1Fire
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages

This Facility 9.4 violations / inspection 9.4 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg 4.93 violations / inspection 4.93 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
St. Johns County Avg 0.21 closures / facility 0.21 county average

Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019061572 $800.00 Sep 11, 2019 Orlando

Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher at back exit gauge in recharge zone.

Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)

— 3 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

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

High Priority Violations

— 4 inspections26 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 18 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections32 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections36 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections26 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections31 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections22 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine last inspected?
Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 17, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine?
The most frequently cited violations at Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Employee health reporting.
How many health inspections has Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine had?
Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine find?
Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on March 17, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
No, Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine been fined?
Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $800.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
Has Pacific Asian Bistro in Saint Augustine operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: New Pacific Asian Bistro (2024).

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