Tsaocaa
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
41
Score
Inspectors have visited Tsaocaa nine times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 7, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Neptune Beach restaurant, which scores around 72. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed fresh made Macaron cookies individually stored in grab and go cooler/drink cooler not protected from public.
08B-02-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Raw chicken (54F - Cold Holding) in container on top of pans in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at employee hand sink at entrance to kitchen no soap or paper towels. Employee provided paper towels and soap. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in front counter service area. Observed ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable above stand Alone cooler in dining area.
36-37-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents on serve line dusty. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep table near sauces served to the public. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed food scraper stored in between equipment on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed desserts packaged on site without product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
02D-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance . Observed walk in air fans dusty. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed in stand alone drink cooler in Dining area with fresh macaron cookies not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee hung mop to dry properly. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor at the entrance of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
41
Jul 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef sticks on shelf in walk in cooler over ready to eat produce. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed spray can of raid stored near 3 compartment sink. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-05-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed establishment with 2 hand sinks near front register used for ware washing.
31A-11-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled.
36-34-5
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** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken in pan out to thaw. Manager placed in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
06-01-5
52
Jan 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Raw chicken (60F - Cold Holding) in stainless bowl on top of containers located in reach cooler. Manager placed raw chicken back in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
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 - Food stored on floor. Observed case of bottled water stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed container of raw chicken stored on floor of walk in cooler. Observed case of noodles stored on floor of walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill heavily soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw chicken in a pan in 3 compartment sink to thaw. Inspector educated the operator on proper thawing procedures. Manager turned cold running water on frozen chicken. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
70
Sep 30, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 2, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 4 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager on duty. Observed no certified food manager available for location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-02: Still the same at callback. **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees hired more than 60 days with required food training. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-02: Still the same. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
82
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chink in walk in cooler over raw broccoli. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip to cooler Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); French fries (61F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Marinated chicken (50F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F. Employee stated the foods were just replenished. Employee placed ice on items on top of flip top cooler. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 for vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector will also provide copy of Big 6 Foodborne illnesses. **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 4 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager on duty. Observed no certified food manager available for location. **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employees hired more than 60 days with required food training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Observed PIC unable to answer questions regarding eight food allergens. Inspector will provide copy of Eight food allergens. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-15-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed multiple buckets of soy sauce located on cook line and in walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with watch and bracelets on.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep table over food stored below. Employee will remove and store properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
43
Jul 12, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Business license expired June 1st 2023
50-17-3
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. Opened bag of cooked pork belly not date marked in walk in cooler. Employee stated bag was opened three days ago. Employee date marked pork belly. **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. Establishment does not have a written clean up procedure for vomiting and diarrhea. After reviewing with manager he purchase a clean up kit online during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Box of trash bags stored inside handwash sink on cook line. Employee properly stored box. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment does not have chlorine test strips **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked eggs, ramen broth, and cut watermelon not date marked in walk in cooler. Employee stated food was prepared two days ago. Employee date marked food. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with red solution not labeled in warewashing area. Employee stated red so,union is degreaser solution and he labeled the bottle. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Beverage reach in cooler has a torn gasket.
14-11-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of bottle water stored on floor inside the walk in cooler. Employee properly stored bottle water **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler gasket soiled
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Stand alone reach in freezer interior soiled under bags of raw chicken
22-16-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. **Repeat Violation**
14-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor in front beverage station. Employee properly stored sanitizer bucket **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
35
May 24, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Bags of prepped raw chicken stored over noddles in stand alone reach in freezer. Not all products commercially packaged. Reviewed proper food storage with employee **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Tapioca pearls ( boba) (123F) stored in hot pot in front tea station. Cook stated boba was cooked and placed in hot pot to hold hot approximately 30 minutes ago. Employee began reheating boba. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
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. Establishment does not have written clean up plan for vomiting and diarrhea. Reviewed with manager and emailed clean up plan handout. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available
16-37-1
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. Manager did not provided proof of any training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Manager did not provided proof of employee reporting agreement. Reviewed with manager and emailed him employee reporting agreement form. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Certified manager has no knowledge of big 6 foodborne illness. Reviewed with manager and emailed him big 6 handout. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-07-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of cooking oil stored on floor on cook line near the fryers. Case of bottle water stored on floor inside the walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing at room temperature in warewashing area. Employee placed chicken in reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tsaocaa last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tsaocaa on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tsaocaa?
Across the inspection record, “employee beverage container on a food preparation table” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Tsaocaa.
How does Tsaocaa compare to other restaurants in Neptune Beach?
Tsaocaa most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Neptune Beach average of 72.
Has Tsaocaa's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Tsaocaa have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Tsaocaa 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 Tsaocaa inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tsaocaa is inspected around three times per year on average.
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