Purple Olive in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
828 Anastasia Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL 32080Purple Olive in Saint Augustine has accumulated 222 violations across 42 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.3 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. State records show 5 disciplinary actions totaling $3,450 in fines, with the largest penalty at $1,400. Recent enforcement patterns reveal a cluster of high-priority violations in spring 2024, with daily callback inspections from April 29 through May 7, before stabilizing in 2025.
Most recent closure: July 1, 2022 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Purple Olive in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
Purple Olive in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (2)
Purple Olive in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (5)
Total fines on record: $3,450.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024051175 | $250.00 | May 1, 2024 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2022043538 | $1,400.00 | Jul 1, 2022 | Orlando | |
| 5--2022025132 | $1,200.00 | Apr 28, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2020003416 | $400.00 | Oct 11, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2018048372 | $200.00 | Aug 6, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Purple Olive in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (42)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 8 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 14 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· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections38 violations · 25 high priority
— 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
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative determination recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Purple Olive in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Purple Olive in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Purple Olive in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 17, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Purple Olive in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Purple Olive in Saint Augustine was last shut down on July 1, 2022 for roach & 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 Purple Olive in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Purple Olive in Saint Augustine are: Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Purple Olive in Saint Augustine had?
- Purple Olive in Saint Augustine has had 42 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Purple Olive in Saint Augustine find?
- Purple Olive in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on December 17, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Purple Olive in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Purple Olive 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- Has Purple Olive in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Purple Olive in Saint Augustine has 5 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $3,450.00 in fines.
- How much has Purple Olive in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Purple Olive in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $3,450.00 across 5 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).
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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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