OCEAN SANDS BEACH INN
3465 COASTAL HWY · ST. AUGUSTINE · St. Johns County · FL 32084
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
14 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 4
08B-02-4High Priority – Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Observed apples uncovered for grab n go on buffet. Discussed with person in charge.
22-45-4High Priority – Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed utensils and waffle batter container being washed in single bowl sink with no way to sanitize. Person in charge set up triple sink in laundry room for sanitation. Person in charge placed dishes in triple sink. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed waffle batter (77F – Cold Holding) person in charge voluntarily disposed of. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach in chemical spray bottle stored on counter next too coffee urns and utensils.
Intermediate 8
11-27-4Intermediate – 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. Provided written procedures and discussed with person in charge **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed waffle maker soiled with food debris.
31A-09-4Intermediate – Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand washing station next to triple sink blocked by towels and personal drink containers. Person in charge started removing items. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-36-4Intermediate – No color/concentration comparison chart available for chemical test kit used to check sanitizer. Observed no chemical test strips for chlorine. Person in charge set up triple sink with inspector. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-02-4Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing station next to triple sink. Person in charge added paper napkins. **Corrected On-Site**
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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 training onsite. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
11-26-1Intermediate – 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. Provided employee reporting agreement and discussed with person in charge **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-03-4Intermediate – No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand washing station on buffet. Observed no soap at hand washing station near triple sink. Person in charge added bars of soap. **Corrected On-Site**
Basic 2
08B-38-4Basic – Food stored on floor. Observed case of food stored on floor in pantry.
25-05-4Basic – Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups on floor in pantry.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 24, 2026 11:47 AM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.