Jay D Birds on the Water
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
58
Score
Inspectors have visited Jay D Birds on the Water five times, with records going back to 2024. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 28, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited two times.
By comparison, the average Florida facility scores 72, putting Jay D Birds on the Water on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found One live fly in unit.
35A-02-7
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 4/1/2026. Establishment is not currently in operation.
50-17-3
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Using quaternary ammonium.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. None on site.
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf behind triple sink soiled with mold like substance.
23-03-4
58
Sep 26, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
55
May 22, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items stored in front counter reach-in cooler: buttermilk (45F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items stored in cooler overnight.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored in front counter reach-in cooler: buttermilk (45F - Cold Holding); butter (44F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items stored in cooler overnight.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on kitchen reach-in cooler.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. No chlorine test kit available.
16-32-5
61
Feb 21, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Obtaining water from property on well. No commercial building on property. **Warning**
27-27-4
High Priority - Mobile food dispensing vehicle using a commissary that does not have sewer approval. Utilizing septic tank on property where set up. No commercial building on site. **Warning**
28-20-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler: raw shell eggs on shelf over berries and sauces. Moved during this inspection. In reach in cooler under window: raw bacon on shelf over onions. Moved during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Two employees currently working. **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment offers burgers undercooked. Inspector provided sign and employee posted. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-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.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pan and towels in hand sink. Moved during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
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/ **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee placed towels near sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cubby holding seasonings near window has food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. White trays on top of reach in freezer.
25-06-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed peppers on shelf over cheeses in reach in make table. Unwashed berries on shelf over sauces.
08B-17-4
26
Jun 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jay D Birds on the Water last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jay D Birds on the Water on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jay D Birds on the Water?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Jay D Birds on the Water.
Has Jay D Birds on the Water's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Jay D Birds on the Water have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Jay D Birds on the Water means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Jay D Birds on the Water inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jay D Birds on the Water is inspected around three times per year on average.
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