Zaxbys
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2026
41
Score
Public records show four inspections at Zaxbys stretching back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 14, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around 10 violations per visit versus roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surface soiled with food debris”, which has been cited two times.
The city-wide average sits at 71, which Zaxbys' 41 doesn't quite reach. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
4
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On dry storage rack, one bottle of hand soap next to container of sprinkles and single service items. Employee moved soap to chemical rack. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Under warmer light at cook line, chicken breast (125F-130F - Hot Holding). Employee stated chicken was cooked 30 minutes prior and dropped back into fryer to bring up temperature. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Upon arrival, inspector observed employee at drive thru handled cellphone than make to go drink for customer without washing her hands. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Employee Hunter K food handler training expired 11-13-2024.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of lemonade nozzle at front counter soiled with residue. Also, ice cream mixer at drive through area soiled with pink residue. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On clean dish rack by 3 compartment sink, multiple pans stacked before properly air drying.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. On cook line, scoop in coleslaw handle touching product. Employee removed handle from product/pan. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets on cook line soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler at drive thru area soiled with old food residue.
22-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Multiple Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator remade all buckets and rechecked at 150ppm. Line to sanitize at three compartment sink was kinked. **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
41
Aug 30, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On main make line in kitchen, cut tomatoes 49F. In flip top cooler by fryers in kitchen, raw chicken 47F. Both items placed into service approximately 1.5 hours prior. Both items moved to walk in cooler to cool. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Cooking working in fryer area touched arm, hair and face and immediately began preparing chicken without removing gloves and washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-10-4
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handled personal cell phone in kitchen and immediately touched breading pan in fryer area without washing hands. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing at the end of the splitter for mop sink faucet where black hose is attached. Establishment has breaker at end of faucet which is incorrectly installed. Manager moved breaker to correct position. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute for ice dispenser in dining area. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in front kitchen blocked by trash can and air conditioning unit. Both items moved to allow access. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches in storage closet near restrooms. Dead roaches discarded. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35A-03-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License presented expired 06/01/2023.
50-09-4
Basic - Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment in drive through area. Floor in storage closet near restrooms. Employee began cleaning. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-73-4
39
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose boy Bib outside in dumpster area - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker not in correct location, vacuum breaker needed on non-chemical side of splitter - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Still needs **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Still the same**Time Extended** **Time Extended**
36-34-5
64
Jul 21, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink near walk in coolers, employee replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Lid for fryers stored on floor in back of kitchen
24-07-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handsink near breading station push tab for water flow no functioning properly
29-08-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Clear cracked pan where lettuce is stored on the line, exchanged pan **Corrected On-Site**
14-38-4
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zaxbys last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zaxbys on file is from Apr 14, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zaxbys?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zaxbys.
How does Zaxbys compare to other restaurants in Yulee?
Zaxbys most recently scored 41 out of 100, which is lower than the Yulee average of 71.
Has Zaxbys' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Zaxbys have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Zaxbys 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 Zaxbys inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Zaxbys is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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