Coastal Kitchen

102 Marina Dr, St Simons Island, GA 31522

Seafood

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 7, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Coastal Kitchen has three inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around three violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

By comparison, the average St Simons Island facility scores 89, putting Coastal Kitchen on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 7, 2026

Routine

2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

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4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the dishwasher located at the bar was not supplying sanitizer. Supply bucket was empty. COS: Unit was removed from service. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to have the machine serviced so that sanitizer supply is resumed. Machine is not to be used until sanitizer supply is restored.

511-6-1.05(6)(n)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility had a soda gun located at the bar that displayed buildup on the dispensing surface. COS: Glynn Eh instructed management to have the surface cleaned and sanitized. Management complied. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that food contact/dispensing surfaces are cleaned and sanitized often enough to ensure that they are kept clean to sight and touch as well as sanitary.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored

Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility staff in the main kitchen were not storing their wiping cloths inside of sanitizer. CA: Glynn EH instructs management to ensure that staff are keeping their soiled wiping cloths are stored inside of appropriate strength sanitizer solution.

511-6-1.04(4)(m)

Oct 8, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

May 14, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was preparing french fries with a potato slicer that displayed significant old black food buildup over all food contact surfaces of the machine. COS: All recently prepared french fries were discarded. CA: Management stated that they will instruct employees to properly clean and sanitize the potato slicer after every use and will begin to follow up with the cleaning procedures at the management level.

511-6-1.04(1)

13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing

Inspector notes: Observed during the course of this inspection that the facility was not displaying the most recent inspection report. CA: Management stated that the most recent inspection report will be displayed at all times.

511-6-1.02(1)(d)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Coastal Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Coastal Kitchen on file is from Apr 7, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does Coastal Kitchen compare to other restaurants in St Simons Island?

Coastal Kitchen most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the St Simons Island average of 89.

Has Coastal Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Coastal Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Coastal Kitchen 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 Coastal Kitchen inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Coastal Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.

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