Romano's in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
4255 A1a S Ste 7, Saint Augustine, FL 32080Romano's in Saint Augustine was emergency-closed on May 9, 2025 for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 50 violations across 11 inspections, averaging 4.5 per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. A disciplinary action resulted in $600 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 29, 2026 documented handwashing and cooking temperature violations but was completed with no further action required. However, the inspection record shows a concerning pattern: in the 72 hours following the roach activity closure (May 9–12, 2025), the facility received five separate inspections and failed initial compliance checks, with improper chemical storage and cooking temperature violations cited repeatedly. The July 2025 inspection series found 24 violations and resulted in a warning issued.
Most recent closure: May 9, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Romano's in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
Romano's in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (1)
Romano's in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025052961 | $600.00 | May 10, 2025 | Tampa |
Romano's in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections35 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Romano's in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Romano's in Saint Augustine under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between May 9, 2025 and May 12, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Romano's in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Romano's in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 29, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Romano's in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Romano's in Saint Augustine was last shut down on May 9, 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 Romano's in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Romano's in Saint Augustine are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Romano's in Saint Augustine had?
- Romano's in Saint Augustine has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Romano's in Saint Augustine find?
- Romano's in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on January 29, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Romano's in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Romano's in Saint Augustine has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
- 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 Romano's in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Romano's in Saint Augustine has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has Romano's in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Romano's in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $600.00 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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