Ben's Soft Pretzels

1505 Cr 220, Fleming Island, FL 32003-7926

American

Last inspected: Jul 24, 2025

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged four inspections at Ben's Soft Pretzels, the earliest from 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 24, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit.

Ben's Soft Pretzels' latest score of 86 sits above the Fleming Island average of 76. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 24, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Jul 2, 2024

Routine - Food

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

View 6 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Feb 1, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water valve for front hand wash sink does not work. Operator adjusted valves. Cold water for mop sink does not work. **Corrected On-Site**

29-08-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand wash sink. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-111. Operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-04-4

Mar 31, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for employees hired over 60 days. Owner and Person in Charge both have manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-31: Person in charge stated no employees that have been employed over 60 days have food handler training completed. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ben's Soft Pretzels last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ben's Soft Pretzels on file is from Jul 24, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Ben's Soft Pretzels compare to other restaurants in Fleming Island?

Ben's Soft Pretzels most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fleming Island average of 76.

Has Ben's Soft Pretzels' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ben's Soft Pretzels have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ben's Soft Pretzels means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Ben's Soft Pretzels inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ben's Soft Pretzels is inspected around two times per year on average.

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