J.C. Seafood House
Last inspected: Sep 5, 2025
70
Score
Public records show seven inspections at J.C. Seafood House stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Sep 5, 2025. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around nine violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked”, which has been cited five times.
J.C. Seafood House's latest score of 70 falls below the Mary Esther average of 95. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
7
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 5, 2025
Complaint Full
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: observed soda gun behind the bar dirty. Bartender cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters: observed bowl of shucked oysters in walk-in cooler did not have the tag with it. Manager was able to locate the tag. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-01-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served: observed none of the oyster tags, going all the way back to May, have been dated with the date the last oyster was sold. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin: left side of main ice machine chute dirty with a mold/mildew-like substance . Ice bin at the wait station dirty in the back dirty with a mold/mildew-like substance.
22-20-5
70
May 12, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.
01C-03-4
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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items inside walk in cooler.
02C-02-5
67
Jan 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pre-cooked corn at 80F for 45 minutes. Operator placed corn back in walk-in cooler to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler.
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. Unable to determine chronological order due to no tags being marked.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. No oyster tags marked with date.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink blocked by makeshift shelf and toaster. Operator removed during 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/ No proof of certified food manager for establishment. **Warning**
53A-07-6
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. No proof of any training **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink beside dish area. Operator replaced during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored between cold-holding unit and prep table on cook line. Operator removed knife during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting at server station on expo line.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed containers of food on floor in dry storage area. Operator placed on shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk-in freezer
14-69-4
33
Dec 22, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
61
Feb 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Upon inspection observed raw chicken stored above shell eggs in walk in cooler. Operator corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment. **Repeat Violation**
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
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. Handout provided. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
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. Handout provided. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed case of shrimp on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Upon inspection observed multiple spice containers with handle resting in food level in dry storage areas. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Upon inspection observed rice scoops in standing water 75f next to rice hot holder in kitchen.
10-07-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Upon inspection observed squid resting in standing water of plastic container in kitchen. Operator placed squid under cold running water. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Upon inspection observed unused equipment and other materials stacked up behind exterior of back door leading into kitchen.
33-31-5
45
Jul 13, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Upon inspection observed Black Flag flying insect spray in bar area.
41-05-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Upon inspection observed 2 small flying insects in kitchen prep area. Did not observe small flying insects land on food or food contact surfaces.
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not maintained in chronological order according to the last date they were served in the establishment.
01C-05-4
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Intermediate - Non-service animals permitted in the premises of the establishment. Upon inspection observed a staff pet turtle on employee break table in hall way of kitchen left of ice machine and across from dry storage area in kitchen. Operator removed turtle tank from establishment during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-22-5
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Upon inspection observed multiple sticky fly traps with multiple dead small flying insects in kitchen.
35A-06-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl resting in calamari in small reach in cooler across from cook line in kitchen.
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Multiple shelves in kitchen lined with cardboard. **Repeat Violation**
14-05-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen in disrepair.
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Upon inspection observed cell phone on prep table top under service window in kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection observed drinks cups in wait station stacked with moisture in between. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Upon inspection observed multiple sticky fly tape hanging above food prep areas in kitchen.
35B-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed case of corn cobs stored on floor in walk in freezer and 5 gallon of salad mix in water on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Upon inspection observed scoop handle in large container of flour in dry storage area.
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt or dust. Multiple gaskets on reach in coolers with food debris present.
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed case of hamburgers uncovered in walk in freezer.
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was J.C. Seafood House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at J.C. Seafood House on file is from Sep 5, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at J.C. Seafood House?
Across the inspection record, “clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at J.C. Seafood House.
How does J.C. Seafood House compare to other restaurants in Mary Esther?
J.C. Seafood House most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Mary Esther average of 95.
Has J.C. Seafood House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at J.C. Seafood House have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at J.C. Seafood House 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 J.C. Seafood House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, J.C. Seafood House is inspected around two times per year on average.
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