Surfwiches Sandwich Shop

1537 Penman Rd Ste C, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

American

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Surfwiches Sandwich Shop appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2022. On Apr 7, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Operating with an expired division of hotels” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Surfwiches Sandwich Shop's latest score of 70 falls below the Jacksonville Beach average of 73. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs above unwashed celery. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. **Admin Complaint**

50-17-3

Basic - Evidence of employee smoking in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area. Observed employee vape on food rack. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-06-4

May 6, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Apr 15, 2025

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Apr 8, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Observed both managers food certifications expired 2024. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-08: Still the same at callback **Time Extended**

53A-03-7

Feb 3, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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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/ Observed both managers food certifications expired 2024. **Warning**

53A-03-7

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 for 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

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**

12B-07-4

Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stainless pans stored on dry storage rack. Manager will remove and air dry properly. **Corrective Action Taken**

24-08-4

Jun 3, 2024

Complaint Partial

1 critical violation.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 6-1-2024 Manager stated license is being updated.

50-17-3

Feb 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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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 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. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle of water on prep counter. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Sep 14, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee handled raw beef, then washed hands at the three compartment sink and then proceeded to prepare sandwiches. Reviewed proper handwash policy with manager.

12A-03-4

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water handle broke off at handwash sink on cook line. Hot water not available

27-16-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Left side drawer cooler door gasket torn **Repeat Violation**

14-11-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Surfwiches Sandwich Shop last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Surfwiches Sandwich Shop on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Surfwiches Sandwich Shop?

Across the inspection record, “operating with an expired division of hotels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Surfwiches Sandwich Shop.

How does Surfwiches Sandwich Shop compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville Beach?

Surfwiches Sandwich Shop most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville Beach average of 73.

Has Surfwiches Sandwich Shop's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Surfwiches Sandwich Shop have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Surfwiches Sandwich Shop 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 Surfwiches Sandwich Shop inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Surfwiches Sandwich Shop is inspected around two times per year on average.

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