Chichas in Saint Augustine

Last inspected:

304 Ashourian Ave Ste 108, Saint Augustine, FL 32092
Overview

Zen and Ginger, Cafe and Boba in St. Augustine has accumulated 61 violations across 12 inspections since September 2022, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection. Employee health reporting violations appeared in 5 of the 12 inspections, and hand-washing violations were cited in 6 inspections — both representing recurring patterns of non-compliance. High-priority violations for employee health policy and proper cooking temperatures have recurred across multiple years. The facility has not been emergency-closed. An administrative complaint was recommended following the November 18, 2022 inspection. The most recent inspection on March 3, 2026 documented 6 violations including multiple employee health reporting and hand-washing citations and was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

13Inspections
63Violations
0Closures

Last inspected DBPR:

Chichas in Saint Augustine: Comparison to St. Johns County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
St. Johns County Avg 4.97 violations / inspection 4.97 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
St. Johns County Avg 0.22 closures / facility 0.22 county average

Chichas in Saint Augustine: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)

— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections25 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Chichas in Saint Augustine: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Chichas in Saint Augustine last inspected?
Chichas in Saint Augustine was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Chichas in Saint Augustine?
The most frequently cited violations at Chichas in Saint Augustine are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper cooking temps.
How many health inspections has Chichas in Saint Augustine had?
Chichas in Saint Augustine has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Chichas in Saint Augustine find?
Chichas in Saint Augustine was most recently inspected on October 15, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Chichas in Saint Augustine ever been shut down?
No, Chichas in Saint Augustine has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.

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