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Green Turtle Tavern

14 S Third St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Sep 2, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Green Turtle Tavern has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 2, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around six violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.

Across the inspection history, “operating with an expired division of hotels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fernandina Beach restaurant scores 69. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

7
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 2, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator license expired June 1, 2025 and under same ownership. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to public with an expired license. Operator paid license during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
86
Apr 16, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved as evidenced by equipment on plans not reflecting current layout. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans on file are from 2011. Multiple pieces of equipment are not in place as indicated by this plan. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: Plans have been submitted but not yet approved. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
51-16-7
90
Jan 13, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored on shelf in prep area of kitchen next to single use items and wine. Chemical moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White ice deflector for outside ice machine. Person in Charge states will clean today. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved as evidenced by equipment on plans not reflecting current layout. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Plans on file are from 2011. Multiple pieces of equipment are not in place as indicated by this plan. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored below mop sink in kitchen not labeled. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Paper single use cups stored on shelf in prep area of kitchen. Cups inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in kitchen. Inspector emailed sign. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two blue tanks near outside ice machine.
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No lid on receptacle for unisex restroom near front bar.
32-12-5
52
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 9, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-23 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles stored hanging near handsink Clear substances and blue substances
41-17-4
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions.
11-05-4
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.
11-27-4
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/ Joseph Selden expired 07-27-22
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
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.
53B-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handsink in kitchen
31B-04-4
41
Sep 27, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Green Turtle Tavern last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Green Turtle Tavern on file is from Sep 2, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Green Turtle Tavern?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Green Turtle Tavern.

How does Green Turtle Tavern compare to other restaurants in Fernandina Beach?

Green Turtle Tavern most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Fernandina Beach average of 69.

Has Green Turtle Tavern's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Green Turtle Tavern have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Green Turtle Tavern 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 Green Turtle Tavern inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Green Turtle Tavern is inspected around two times per year on average.

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