Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine
Last inspected:
85 Ava Way Suite 105, Saint Augustine, FL 32084Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine has accumulated 197 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Employee health reporting, clean multi-use utensils, and food contact surfaces are the top recurring violations, with inspections showing patterns of warnings followed by successful call backs through 2025.
Most recent closure: May 2, 2017 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages
Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine: Emergency Closure History (1)
Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017022179 | $400.00 | May 1, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine last inspected?
- Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine last shut down?
- Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine was last shut down on May 2, 2017 for 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 Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine?
- The most frequently cited violations at Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine had?
- Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine find?
- Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 8 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
- Yes, Surfside Kitchen 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 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.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine been fined?
- Surfside Kitchen in Saint Augustine has been fined a total of $400.00 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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