Sub Cultured
Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026
50
Score
Sub Cultured has been inspected 11 times since 2022. On Mar 9, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
Sub Cultured's latest score of 50 falls below the Atlantic Beach average of 75. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 9, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb located outside of kitchen without back flow device.
29-34-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed under heat lamp on cook line Cooked chicken (123F-127F - Hot Holding). Chicken was cooked 30 minutes prior to. Manager stated they will hold chicken on TIME As A Public Health Control and complete during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without a label in kitchen. Employee placed label on sanitizer bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cup without handle in reach in cooler used to portion cheese. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service deli wraps stored on floor in prep room. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled with grease. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
23-03-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed employee handwashing sign missing at employee handwashing station across from walk in cooler. Inspector provided handwashing signs. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors in walk in cooler soiled under racks with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly . **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
50
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill Curd cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Mozzarella cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding); Pico (49F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated all items on top were left from prior day. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 49F. Observed in reach in cooler next to entrance of kitchen Roast beef (56F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); Pastrami (55F - Cold Holding). See stop sale. Manager stated all items on top were left from prior day. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 55F. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler next to grill Curd cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Mozzarella cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Blue cheese crumbles (54F - Cold Holding); Pico (49F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated all items on top were left from prior day. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 49F. Observed in reach in cooler next to entrance of kitchen Roast beef (56F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); Pastrami (55F - Cold Holding). See stop sale. Manager stated all items on top were left from prior day. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 55F. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb at hot water tank without back flow device.
29-34-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door with light shining from outside at bottom of door to prep room. Observed exterior door with light shining from outside at bottom of door of kitchen cook line. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on table next to steam table. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles on cook line dusty. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
52
Mar 13, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 10, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
45
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top reach in cooler Shredded cheese (48F - Cold Holding); Cut onions and tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding). Employee stated just stocked the flip top and had items out prior to placing in cooler. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 42F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored on top of white chest freezer. Manager removed and stored properly **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without label on it. Manager placed label on spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area deeply soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn on cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
58
May 30, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer spray bottle on top of white chest freezer next bread. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-10-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed the reach in cooler on cook line with torn gasket.
14-11-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk in cooler floor behind racks soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill soiled in kitchen.
23-03-4
74
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed sanitizer spray bottle stored next to ready to eat condiments.
41-10-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed chicken marinade dated 12-20-2023. Observed mayo aioli sauce dated 12-26-2023.
01B-24-5
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. Observed establishment without written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
53A-05-6
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor of walk in cooler soiled under shelving racks. **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed large cooler stored on floor of cook line. Observed bucket of pickles stored on floor of walk-in cooler. Employee removed and stored pickles properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-47-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed damage to wall on cook line near reach in coolers. **Repeat Violation**
36-24-5
50
Jun 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
70
Jul 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Butter 85F stored at room temperature next to grill on cook line. Employee stated butter was taking out of the cooler approximately an hour ago. Suggested to manager to use time control, reviewing with manager proper way of using time control. 2. hummus (57F); provolone cheese (46F); cut tomatoes (48F); deli meats (46-48F) in main flip top cooler on cook line. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 57F. Manager stated food was restocked from main cooler around 11am. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Butter 76F at room temperature next to grill on cook line. Employee stated butter was taking out of the cooler a couple of hours ago. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing at threaded faucet sink located next to white chest freezer in main prep area. Clear hose attached to faucet **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Still missing a vacuum breaker at sink faucet with clear hose attached to it in main prep area. **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all 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 provided. All certificates expired February 2022 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Still no proof of any training. **Admin Complaint**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 certificate Food manager. All Manager certificates expired. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Still no manager certificate provided. **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Small prep reach in cooler has a soiled gasket. Cooler located in middle prep room. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Gasket still soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Front door to the cook line not a self closing door. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Front door still not a self closing door. **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Still current license not display **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee opened bottle of water stored next to condiments in window ledge on cook line. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Employee opened energy drink stored next to condiments on window ledge. **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Main flip top cooler right side door has a torn gasket **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Gasket still torn. **Time Extended**
14-11-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-08: Still no choking poster. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
45
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Sink by box freezer in room next to kitchen, hose attached to faucet **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Vacuum breaker still missing on faucet with clear hose attached to it. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 60f butter on table, mgr wrote time on, explained time as public health control **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Butter 85F stored at room temperature next to grill on cook line. Employee stated butter was taking out of the cooler approximately an hour ago. Suggested to manager to use time control for butter and reviewed proper time control procedure. **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/. Wesley Gover took test on 2/7/17, expired, owner here states he has one but could not get it **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Still no manager certificate provided. All manger certificates expired. **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. On February 2022 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: No proof of any training provided. All certificates expired February 2022 **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: License still not posted. **Time Extended**
50-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open drink by peppers on window ledge, mgr discarded it **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Employee Opened bottle of water stored next condiments on window ledge. **Time Extended**
12B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Choking poster still missing. **Time Extended**
51-13-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket in box freezer and fan in back prep area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Gasket still soiled. **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Front door by cook line and prep room area **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-06: Front door still the same. **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
47
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Sub Cultured last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Sub Cultured on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Sub Cultured?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Sub Cultured.
How does Sub Cultured compare to other restaurants in Atlantic Beach?
Sub Cultured most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Atlantic Beach average of 75.
Has Sub Cultured's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Sub Cultured have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Sub Cultured means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Sub Cultured inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Sub Cultured is inspected around three times per year on average.
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