The Sweet Spot
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
100
Score
The Sweet Spot has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly four violations before.
Across the inspection history, “in-use utensil for non-time/temperature control” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
The Sweet Spot's latest score of 100 sits above the St. Augustine average of 81. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Major latest
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Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 open gallon of milk opened more than 24 hours per person in charge missing date mark. Person in charge add date mark. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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 employees hired for more than 60 days. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed scoops and tongs used for self service candy display stored in an open air container exposed to environmental contamination and sneezing. Observed scoops and tong soiled. Person in charge washed rinsed and sanitized utensils during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-04-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed three exterior exits with installed air curtains not turned on. Person in charge turned all air curtains on. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
74
Nov 5, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth solution at Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 400++ppm). Person in charge dumped solution and remade at 100ppm chlorine
41-27-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 6/1/2024. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee put on gloves without hand washing after touching cellphones, paper work. Discussed with employee and they washed hands and changed gloves. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed food handler certification for current onsite employee missing information.
53B-10-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water in storage closet where food and single service is storage. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed two case of plastic water bottles on floor in lobby of establishment.
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil for non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored in a clean, protected location. Observed scoops and tongs used for self service candy display stored in an opening container exposed to environmental contamination and sneezing. Observed scoops and tong soiled. Person in charge washed rinsed and sanitized utensils during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-04-5
Basic - In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed ice cream scoop dipping well with water turned off. Discussed with person in charge and they turned on water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed exterior side door left open without screen mesh or air curtains.
35B-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed leaking pipe from hot water tank in storage closet where food and single service is stored. Person in charge removed food and single service from floors in storage closet. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in soiled water inside mop sink
42-01-4
41
Aug 24, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 21, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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 for employees onsite. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-21: Person in charge needs more time finishing training. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Aug 10, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 8 violations
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Oct 18, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
61
Sep 12, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Priority: High Priority Observed: Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http:// www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/. New operators. Discussed with operator and gave department website. **Warning** From Follow up inspection: Aug 10, 2022 establishment has submitted an application to obtain license. **Time Extended** From Follow up inspection: Sept 12, 2022 establishment submitted application. Plan review has received and is working on plans. **Time Extended**
50-08-7
Intermediate - Priority: Intermediate Observed: Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand washing station removed from front area. Establishment only has 1 hand washing station located at the three compartment sink. No hand washing station in front by ice cream coolers or near prep table. **Warning** From Follow up inspection: Aug 10, 2022 establishments has submitted plans to plan review to add hand washing station at front service area to replace removed hand sink. **Time Extended** From Follow up inspection: Sept 12, 2022 establishment submitted plans. Plan review has received and is working on plans. **Time Extended**
31A-04-4
Intermediate - Priority: Intermediate Observed: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager certification. Handed out CFM information card. **Warning** From Follow up inspection: Aug 10, 2022 establishment needs more time to schedule training for employees. **Time Extended** From Follow up inspection: Sept 12, 2022 establishments employee failed exam. Employee is rescheduled for another attempt. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - Priority: Intermediate Observed: 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. Establishment is under new ownership. Hand washing station marked 3 on plans, located to the right when walking in front door removed. Ice cream coolers near this hand washing station also removed. Establishment has no hand washing station in front area by waffle cone prep table. Directed operator to contact plan review for approval on where to add new hand washing station. **Warning** From Follow up inspection: Aug 10, 2022 establishments has submitted plans to plan review to add hand washing station at front service area to replace removed hand sink. **Time Extended** From Follow up inspection: Sept 12, 2022 establishment submitted plans. Plan review has received and is working on plans. **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Priority: Intermediate Observed: 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 employee training. Discussed with operator. **Warning** From Follow up inspection: Aug 10, 2022 establishment needs more time to obtain training material for employees. **Time Extended** From Follow up inspection: No proof of food employee training, establishment needs more time. **Time Extended** 30 day call back approved by district office RP
53B-01-5
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Sweet Spot last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Sweet Spot on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Sweet Spot?
Across the inspection record, “in-use utensil for non-time/temperature control” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at The Sweet Spot.
How does The Sweet Spot compare to other restaurants in St. Augustine?
The Sweet Spot most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the St. Augustine average of 81.
Has The Sweet Spot's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at The Sweet Spot have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Sweet Spot 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 The Sweet Spot inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Sweet Spot is inspected around three times per year on average.
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