Courtyard by Marriott
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
50
Score
Inspectors have visited Courtyard by Marriott eight times, with records going back to 2022. Courtyard by Marriott was last inspected on Mar 30, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near four violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, showing up four times.
By comparison, the average St. Augustine facility scores 81, putting Courtyard by Marriott on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
8
Inspections
3
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sitting out in kitchen butter 77F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sitting out in kitchen; butter 77F.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels lining strawberries. Person in charge discarded strawberries **Corrected On-Site**
14-86-1
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mop bucket in front of back hand washing sink. Person in charge removed mop bucket. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Food and grime on floor behind fryers.
36-01-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on front drawers have black mold like substance on them.
23-03-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No thermometer is glass door cooler at front. Person in charge replaced thermometer. **Corrected On-Site**
05-09-4
50
Dec 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris. Person in charge started scrubbing can opener. Observed cutting board on flip-top cooler stained blue from some chemical previously used on it. Person in charge removed cutting board from flip-top cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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 food handler training for the two food employees without food manager training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking fresh water pipe under dish machine. Person in charge stated they have work order in. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor under dish machine and hand washing station due to leaking pipe under dish machine.
36-22-4
74
May 5, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork sausage above ready to eat liquid egg and ready to eat fried eggs in reach in cooler. Person in charge placed sausage on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on kitchen flip-top cooler stained blue with dye from rags.
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed glass cleaner at bistro bar soiled with single service and food debris. Observed reach in freezer gaskets soiled with black/green mold like substance.
23-03-4
74
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating without a license. **Warning** Priority: High Priority From follow up inspection on March 27, 2025: 50-08-7 Observed Establishment still operating without a license. New General Manager stated he will apply today. **Time Extended**
50-08-7
86
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https:// www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Observed establishment operating without a license. **Warning** Priority: High Priority
50-08-7
Intermediate - Observed: Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on flip-top cooler in kitchen soiled with blue streak marks. Priority: Intermediate
22-02-4
Intermediate - Observed: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station by ice machine blocked by mop bucket. Priority: Intermediate
31A-09-4
Basic - Observed: Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor at front counter behind metal racks soiled with food debris. Priority: Basic
36-73-4
Basic - Observed: Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored inside mop bucket bunched up. Priority: Basic
42-01-4
Basic - Observed: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on kitchen reach in coolers soiled with food debris. Observed gaskets at front counter reach in cooler soiled with black/green mold like substance. Observed counter top next too pizza oven soiled with food debris. Priority: Basic
23-03-4
61
Jan 16, 2024
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen stained with water damage. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen soiled with dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler top cooler in kitchen torn.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under fryer soiled with grease.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip-top cooler top cooler and small reach in cooler soiled with black/green mold like substance. Observed counter near small pizza oven soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
82
Jul 27, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. reach in cooler at coffee bar: shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding) items inside flip-top cooler that's not functional. Establishment had ice inside cooler with food items on top. Cheese and tomatoes were not in contact with ice. Person in charge moved items to reach in cooler in kitchen and will add more ice for service time. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Flip-top cooler at coffee bar not operating. Person in charge stated new machine on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-74-7
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Courtyard by Marriott last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Courtyard by Marriott on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Courtyard by Marriott?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Courtyard by Marriott.
How does Courtyard by Marriott compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
Courtyard by Marriott most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has Courtyard by Marriott's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Courtyard by Marriott have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Courtyard by Marriott 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 Courtyard by Marriott inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Courtyard by Marriott is inspected around two times per year on average.
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