Ocean Sands Beach Inn
Last inspected: Feb 11, 2026
70
Score
The health department has logged 12 inspections at Ocean Sands Beach Inn, the earliest from 2023. Ocean Sands Beach Inn was last inspected on Feb 11, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “commercially processed ready-to-eat”, which has been cited three times.
Ocean Sands Beach Inn's latest score of 70 falls below the St. Augustine average of 81. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
12
Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 11, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler in customer area not dated. **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand washing sink. Person in charge replaced paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave is soiled.
22-08-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in both reach in coolers.
05-09-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service plates in customer area not inverted. Person in charge inverted. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
70
Dec 23, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed no plans submitted for complete front counter buffet and kitchen remodel. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: No plan review submitted per plan review at time of callback. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no current proof of food handler training for food employees hired over 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-23: No proof of food handler training for staff that handle food at time of callback. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Oct 23, 2025
Routine - Food
8 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed gallon of milk in front counter reach in cooler opened from previous morning shift missing date mark.
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by dishes. Person in charge unblocked hand washing station. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for warewashing sanitizer. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing station in kitchen and at front counter. Person in charge added paper towels to hand washing station in kitchen. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed no plans submitted for complete front counter buffet and kitchen remodel. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Observed no current proof of food handler training for food employees hired over 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. Observed no sanitizer at triple sink. Person in charge has no knowledge of sanitizer. After discussing with person in charge they found chlorine bleach. **Corrected On-Site**
22-38-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing station at front counter.
31B-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of Otis Spunkmeyer counter top oven heavily soiled with food debris and grease.
22-08-4
43
Jun 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed total renovation/remodel project for food service area and storage area. Hand washing stations have been moved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: Observed nothing submitted per plan review. General Manager called operator and they stated they are still working on it. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-06-16: Observed no plans filed with plan review for remodel food service area. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
90
Apr 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed total renovation/remodel project for food service area and storage area. Hand washing stations have been moved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-07: Observed nothing submitted per plan review. General Manager called operator and they stated they are still working on it. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
90
Jan 30, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed triple sink not set up with sanitizer. Instructed food employees how to set up triple sink with sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
22-42-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed utensils and dishes not sanitized after being washed. Discussed with person in charge. Person in charge set up triple sink 100ppm chorine and started to sanitize dishes. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed food employee wash hands inside triple sink. Discussed with employee about using hand washing station.
12A-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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station blocked by assorted laundry equipment. Person in charge unblocked hand washing station. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for chlorine.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed total renovation/remodel project for food service area and storage area. Hand washing stations have been moved. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-16-7
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. Observed no proof of food handler training for food employees employed more than 60 days. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Observed self served apples on buffet unwrapped. Discussed with person in charge.
08B-15-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing station near triple sink. Emailed hand washing sign.
31B-04-4
35
Aug 26, 2024
Complaint Partial
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed total renovation/remodel project for food service area and storage area. Hand washing stations have been moved. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Needs more time for submitting plans. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: No plans have been submitted per plan review. Operator stated he will submit this week. **Admin Complaint**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of any food handler training for establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Needs more time for training **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-26: No proof of food handler training present for employees who set up breakfast buffet. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Jul 8, 2024
Complaint Partial
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed total renovation/remodel project for food service area and storage area. Hand washing stations have been moved. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Needs more time for submitting plans. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed no proof of any food handler training for establishment. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-08: Needs more time for training **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
82
Jun 27, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 9 major violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/24
50-17-3
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer in establishment for employees to use for reheating and cooling.
05-08-4
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. Observed no proof of any food handler training for establishment. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing station at counter missing soap.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing station at new food counter missing all water. **Warning**
27-16-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed half n half opened from previous day per person in charge missing date mark. Person in charge added date mark. Observed milk in carafe from previous food service not date marked. Person in charge added date marks. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station by triple sink blocked by chemicals and laundry.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed hand washing station at food counter missing paper towels
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. 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/. Observed total renovation/remodel project for food service area and storage area. Hand washing stations have been moved. **Warning**
51-16-7
35
Oct 20, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 food handler training onsite. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-20: No proof of food handler training onsite during call back **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Aug 15, 2023
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
22
Apr 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any certified food a manger for establishment. Discussed with person in charge. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: No proof of manager certification onsite. **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 that food employees have had food handler training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-04-24: No proof of food handler training for employees handling food onsite. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ocean Sands Beach Inn last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ocean Sands Beach Inn on file is from Feb 11, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ocean Sands Beach Inn?
Across the inspection record, “commercially processed ready-to-eat” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ocean Sands Beach Inn.
How does Ocean Sands Beach Inn compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
Ocean Sands Beach Inn most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has Ocean Sands Beach Inn's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ocean Sands Beach Inn have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Ocean Sands Beach Inn 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 Ocean Sands Beach Inn inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ocean Sands Beach Inn is inspected around four times per year on average.
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