Llama Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
100
Score
Llama Restaurant appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. Llama Restaurant was last inspected on Mar 26, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about six violations before that.
“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to the broader St. Augustine restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top exterior of dishwasher soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer interior soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-04: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
86
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for kitchen staff employees operator says it's completed but having difficulty pulling up certification. Will contact customer support. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: Operator needs more time. **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top exterior of dishwasher soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
16-21-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Walk in cooler shelves soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer interior soiled. - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-19: **Time Extended**
22-16-4
78
Sep 18, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler and walk in cooler overnight chocolate mousse (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (50F - Cold Holding); lamb (47F - Cold Holding) salmon (48F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine sanitizer 0 ppm. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
22-41-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical stored next to clean dishes on shelve. Operated removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach cooler on main cookline salmon (48F - Cold Holding); cooked rice (47F - Cold Holding); lamb chops (44F - Cold Holding); beef (46F - Cold Holding) **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of training for kitchen staff employees operator says it's completed but having difficulty pulling up certification. Will contact customer support. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Top exterior of dishwasher soiled.
16-21-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone on prep table. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled. Walk in cooler shelves soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer interior soiled.
22-16-4
41
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 25, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler overnight; cream 46F
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach in cooler since yesterday; cream 46F; ( - Cold Holding) In walk in cooler since yesterday; Pork belly 59F; ( - Cold Holding)
01B-02-5
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Sanitizer is at 0ppm. Looked under dish machine and establishment has 2 rinse aids hooked up and no sanitizer. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Pork belly 59F. Placed in cooler yesterday. Did not cool down in 6hrs.
03D-02-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired in 2024. **Warning**
53A-03-7
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. Establishment can not provide any training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tank outside of walk in cooler not secured. Person in charge secured tank. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Oil and potatoes on floor in storage area. Person in charge moved all foods to store correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Person in charge removed scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
02D-01-5
37
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed stove cleaner stored next to clean wares. Manager removed cleaners **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed establishment displayed an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license dated 6/1/2021
50-09-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cell phone next to food condiments. Manager removed cell phone from condiments. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Establishment using sponges on cleaned and sanitized, or in-use food-contact surface. Observed establishment using sponge on in-use food-contact surface at three-compartment sink.
21-23-4
Basic - Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Observed grease receptacle stored on wood blocks and on top of soil with no proper non absorbent pad
33-23-4
70
Apr 17, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 13, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 6, 2023
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator set up triple sink and tested at 300ppm **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator updated license during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk-in cooler, eggs stored over celery. Operator moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach-in freezer in liquor room, raw beef stored over repackaged flounder. Operator rearranged freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
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. Provided operator cleanup form during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Silverware in hand washing sink next to dish machine. Employee removed silverware. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of soufflé cup lids stored on floor in liquor room. Operator moved lids during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Foil torn on bottom shelf next to cook line. Operator removed foil. **Corrected On-Site**
14-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in cooler fan has dust buildup. Employee cleaned fan during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Sign missing from hand washing sink next to dish machine in kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator poster during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. In liquor room, bucket of soy sauce and container of oil stored on floor. Operator moved items off floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk-in cooler, parts of floor rusted.
36-17-5
32
May 11, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on microwave. Person in charge removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin has black mold like substance.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil on floor in storage. Person in charge moved oil. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler has standing water. Person in charge wiped cooler clean. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avacados not washed. Person in charge washed avacados. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar is not labeled. Person in charge labeled.
02D-01-5
74
Mar 22, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of training for all employees except one. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-17: 3/14/23 **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-22: Observed no employee training completed during inspection. **Admin Complaint**
53B-13-5
90
Aug 10, 2022
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach under front counter by windows.
35A-03-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee lunch bag stored on shelf with customer food. Employee moved bag. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
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 in flour bin near rear of kitchen by office had handle buried in product. Person in charge removed the scoop with a clean gloved hand. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with food debris. Interior bottom surface of toaster oven has old nuts built up in corners.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Debris on bottom surface of reach in cooler in back of kitchen.
22-16-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Llama Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Llama Restaurant on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Llama Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Llama Restaurant.
How does Llama Restaurant compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
Llama Restaurant most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has Llama Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Llama Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Llama Restaurant 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 Llama Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Llama Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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