Amelia Hotel at the Beach

1997 S Fletcher Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

American

Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026

Score

High Risk

Amelia Hotel at the Beach appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 25, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around five violations each.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Amelia Hotel at the Beach's latest score of 50 falls below the Fernandina Beach average of 68. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 25, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler in kitchen area, metal pan covered with aluminum foil of sausage patties (50F - Cold Holding); folded egg patty (51F - Cold Holding). Employee stated folded eggs were placed in cooler last night and the sausage has been in cooler since Sunday. See stop sale. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler in kitchen area, metal pan covered with aluminum foil of sausage patties (50F - Cold Holding); folded egg patty (51F - Cold Holding). Employee stated folded eggs were placed in cooler last night and the sausage has been in cooler since Sunday. See stop sale.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of disinfectant on counter net to clean dishes. Employee moved spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Only employee for food service area has unapproved food handler training through servsafe. No one on property is certified food manager certified. Operator thought training was for manager. **Warning**

53A-01-7

Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only employee for food service area training provided through unapproved ServSafe food handler training. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

53B-03-5

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. In storage closet in back room and maintenance closet single service items in boxes on floor.

25-05-4

Oct 28, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In small storage closet near kitchen, canisters of chafing fuel stored next to single use plates. Fuel moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In front reach in cooler in buffet area, cream cheese 51F and yogurt 55F (items NOT listed on time control). Reach in cooler door constantly opened during breakfast service. Door kept closed to lower temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milk opened yesterday morning stored in silver reach in cooler in kitchen. Milk dated. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee trained through ServSafe only - ServSafe only is not an approved program for employee food handlers.

53B-13-5

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No license displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light fixture in kitchen area.

38-07-4

Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in black reach in cooler in buffet area. Thermometer placed inside. **Corrected On-Site**

05-09-4

Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic style tiles in kitchen are not sealed/painted.

36-37-5

Oct 26, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Waffle toppings, moved **Corrected On-Site**

08B-02-4

Aug 16, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 major violation.

View 1 violation

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sanitizer bucket stored in handsink, moved **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Amelia Hotel at the Beach last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Amelia Hotel at the Beach on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Amelia Hotel at the Beach?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Amelia Hotel at the Beach.

How does Amelia Hotel at the Beach compare to other restaurants in Fernandina Beach?

Amelia Hotel at the Beach most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Fernandina Beach average of 68.

Has Amelia Hotel at the Beach's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Amelia Hotel at the Beach have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Amelia Hotel at the Beach means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Amelia Hotel at the Beach inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Amelia Hotel at the Beach is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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