Hilton Garden Inn

401 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080

American

Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show six inspections at Hilton Garden Inn stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

When inspectors have written things up, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

The city-wide average for St. Augustine sits at 81, putting Hilton Garden Inn on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 9, 2026

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Aug 26, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cookline no hair or beard restraint. - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Not observed. **Time Extended**

13-03-4

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine door in disrepair. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-26: Operator needs more time to order part. **Time Extended**

14-11-5

Aug 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwashing machine not reaching proper high temperature for sanitation. **Warning**

22-49-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler under 4 hours shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding); cut ham (49F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding) **Warning**

03A-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine deflector plate soiled.

22-20-5

Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cookline no hair or beard restraint.

13-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Ice machine door in disrepair. **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Bulk containers of oil stored on floor. Operator removed to shelving. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-47-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.

23-03-4

Dec 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 4 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator stated that he has a managers certificate, but he just moved here and cannot find it at this time.

53A-01-7

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed a cloth on the side of door to oven holding it shut. Oven is on prep table in kitchen.

14-11-5

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed bottom shelves in kitchen across from flat top grill with debris buildup. Also hood system over fryer and flat top grill in kitchen has grease buildup.

23-03-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop on floor by walk in cooler in kitchen.

42-01-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed the interior of the ice machine in kitchen with mold like substance. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Mar 22, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Food Temperature Measuring Devices Provided and Accurate

FL-46

Dec 16, 2022

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine drop plate with mold-like substance buildup at top of plate and around bottom edges. **Repeat Violation**

22-20-5

Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. On shelf across from three compartment sink observed clean utensils with handles not facing out.

24-18-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hilton Garden Inn last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hilton Garden Inn on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hilton Garden Inn?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Hilton Garden Inn.

How does Hilton Garden Inn compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?

Hilton Garden Inn most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Augustine average of 81.

Has Hilton Garden Inn's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hilton Garden Inn have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hilton Garden Inn 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 Hilton Garden Inn inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hilton Garden Inn is inspected around two times per year on average.

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