Fonville Press Market & Cafe

23 N Sommerset Drive, Alys Beach, FL 32461
Café / Breakfast
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
52
Score
High Risk

Across the available record, Fonville Press Market & Cafe has 11 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 11, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near seven violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” comes up most often, recorded four times in the inspection record.

That's lower than the typical Florida restaurant, which scores around 72. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb on left side at mop sink.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage patties 101F( 8:50-9:20) reheat- 169F. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Gloves stored in sink in ware washing location. Employee removed gloves from sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin on bottom of ice chute. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on left side top of ice machine between uses. Bucket was removed from soiled surface. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Scoop stored on right side of top of ice machine. Scoop was removed from top of ice machine and sent to ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple cold holding units. Chef had employee place thermometers in all cold holding units. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting on dish shelf near office.
24-08-4
52
Jan 3, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub brush, ice and a cup stored in sink at bar. Food debris in sink by reach in cooler with milk. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior ice chute soiled at lip in ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in flour. Chef removed bowl from flour. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee at bar working barista machine wearing a watch and bracelet. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer and on food boxes.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar, manager printed sign and hung at bar sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet Mop head stored in bottom of mop sink. Chef had employee hang mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
67
Aug 26, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Sink has liquid food debris in drain in pastry kitchen. Chef cleaned out sink. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Chef Jamie Lynn certification expired. Chef in process if scheduling class. **Corrective Action Taken**
53A-03-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing at back exit door near dry storage area and mop sink. Chef stated they are working on HVAC system many times through out day. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Ice bucket not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bucket is stored on left side of ice machine.
24-05-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on right side of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
10-12-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in walk in cooler and multiple cold holding units. Chef placed thermometer in walk in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
05-09-4
64
Apr 9, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb at mop sink.
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink blocked with trash can at front counter. Aprons and soap dispenser stored in sink in warehouse washing area. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Manager found and stocked test strips. **Corrected On-Site**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer in ware washing area.
16-33-4
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface under dishes at ware washing area. **Repeat Violation**
21-05-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils in warehouse washing area. **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging from oven.
10-20-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored in corn meal. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in multiple holding units.
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Food boxes and bottles stored on floor in kitchen hallways.
25-05-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
42-01-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored in yeast flour mix.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in kitchen prep area and above ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Clear plastic food bins stored on floor in hall near ice machine.
24-26-4
39
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Sausage patty's 107F (8:30-10:30)( reheated 179F ). Fried chicken 133F (10:30-10:40) ( reheated 183F). **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times near bakery prep area. Sink blocked with food cart with bins of bread loaves. **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Held on time- scrambled eggs 77F, cut lettuce 61F (7:30-11:30).Provided establishment with written form to hold food on time. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
03F-10-5
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Walk in freezer floor soiled with broken pastry sheets. Employee cleaned up floor in walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
36-01-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Employee walking around with milk jugs wearing 2 soiled dry cloths tucked into pants. **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cakes stored on shelves in walk in cooler uncovered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
61
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple knives stored in hand wash sink on front line kitchen. A brush and suction tool stored in sink at bar. Employee removed all items from hand sinks. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Sink at front counter blocked with rack storing cinnamon rolls.
31A-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook on front line at make table wearing a watch while engaged in food preparation. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Box of potatoes stored on floor in walk in freezer under shelf to left side. Open box of onion rings stored on floor in back of walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at bar. Employee had manager print sign and hung at sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use at barista bar. Cloth was removed and sent to laundry. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cinnamon rolls stored on rack not covered at front counter.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloths used for occasional spills on equipment food- and nonfood-contact surfaces stored at barista area at bar not clean. Cloth was placed in sanitizer solution. **Corrected On-Site**
21-09-4
61
Oct 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Pastry prep area- held on time- butter 64F (9:00-10:38). Provided chef with written procedure form to hold butter at room temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03F-10-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Chef asked employee to drain ice and clean ice chute guard. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing in hallway near dry storage area.
36-36-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Sliced peaches and tater bites stored on floor in walk in freezer. Chef placed items on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoops stored on right side of ice machine. Chef placed scoops on food tray. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
74
Feb 2, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
58
Dec 14, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Breakfast lox not identified on menu. Manager began marking menus item with an asterisk. **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Inspector printed advisory for operator to hang in establishment. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-02-5
Basic - Cloth used as a food-contact surface at bar area.
21-05-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of tater puffs stored on floor in walk in freezer.
08B-47-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle stored In sugar. Manager removed scoop from sugar and sent to ware washing area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. 2 hand wash signs missing at sink near meat slicer and sink near prep sink. Printed signs for manager to hang above sinks. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-04-4
67
Oct 7, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fonville Press Market & Cafe last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fonville Press Market & Cafe on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fonville Press Market & Cafe?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fonville Press Market & Cafe.

Has Fonville Press Market & Cafe's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fonville Press Market & Cafe have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Fonville Press Market & Cafe 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 Fonville Press Market & Cafe inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Fonville Press Market & Cafe is inspected around three times per year on average.