Cheba Hut St Augustine
Last inspected: Aug 14, 2025
47
Score
Across the available record, Cheba Hut St Augustine has six inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 14, 2025. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly eight violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “stop sale issued on time/temperature control” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Cheba Hut St Augustine's 47 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
6
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 14, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Container of raw shells eggs stored over bags of shredded lettuce. Operator removed eggs. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener in kitchen area soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified manager available time of inspection 4 employees currently on staff.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employees faith,Mia, and Ciara in kitchen over 60 days of hire no proof of training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Employees faith,Mia, and Ciara not informed of responsibilities. Emailed operator document operator had employees sign before end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed 7 dead roaches 5 in cabinet underneath soda machine area none food storage, 1 outside cabinet area near drink machine, and 1 in front of mop sink. Operator cleaned all up. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Behind and underneath equipment soiled with old food debris. Walk in cooler and freezer floor soiled.
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in coolers interior and shelves soiled.
22-16-4
47
Dec 26, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 11, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside of dinning room side door, faucet missing vacuum breaker.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On sandwich make line, roll top reach-in cooler ham (47,50F - Cold Holding); Turkey (48F - Cold Holding); roast beef (47,48F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (46,47,46,45F - Cold Holding); jack cheese (48,44,46F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (47,45,45F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (46F - Cold Holding) Per operator, all items had been in reach-in cooler over night. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On sandwich make line, roll top reach-in cooler ham (47,50F - Cold Holding); Turkey (48F - Cold Holding); roast beef (47,48F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); chicken (46,47,46,45F - Cold Holding); jack cheese (48,44,46F - Cold Holding); cheddar cheese (47,45,45F - Cold Holding); tuna salad (46F - Cold Holding) Per operator, all items had been in reach-in cooler over night. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink across from triple sink in kitchen missing paper towels. Also in employee bathroom across from office, paper towels missing.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed document to operator during inspection. Operator posted during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In employee bathroom across from office, hand washing sink obstructed with multiple bags of linens.
31A-09-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Next to cook line, multiple containers of seasonings not labeled with contents. Operator labeled during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At bar, inside walls of ice bin have mold-like substance. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Clean linens stored on floor. In employee bathroom across from office, multiple bags of linens stored on floor.
21-17-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In unisex employee bathroom across from office
32-12-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License for 2023 currently displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid missing.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At mop sink, mop head in sink not properly stored to dry.
42-01-4
33
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect near handwash sink at front counter.
35A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. On cook line observed, marinara (134F - Reheating); marinara (125F - Reheating). Operator stated marinara had been reheating for 2.75 prior to temperature and discarded during inspection.
03E-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On cook line observed, marinara (134F - Reheating); marinara (125F - Reheating). Operator stated marinara had been reheating for 2.75 prior to temperature and discarded during inspection.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed no written cleanup procedures available. Provided operator with handout during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee hired over 60 days without proof of training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-02-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler observed unwashed peppers and mushrooms stored over ready to eat bags of chicken. Employee moved chicken during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Behind the bar observed slight mold-like substance buildup on interior side of bin and around drop tray. Operator began cleaning ice machine during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
47
Oct 26, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Cheba Hut St Augustine last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Cheba Hut St Augustine on file is from Aug 14, 2025. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Cheba Hut St Augustine?
Across the inspection record, “stop sale issued on time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cheba Hut St Augustine.
How does Cheba Hut St Augustine compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
Cheba Hut St Augustine most recently scored 47 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has Cheba Hut St Augustine's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Cheba Hut St Augustine have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Cheba Hut St Augustine 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 Cheba Hut St Augustine inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Cheba Hut St Augustine is inspected around two times per year on average.
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