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SAMS SOUTHERN RESTRUANT

2530 STATE RD 207, SAINT AUGUSTINE, FL 32086

License #6502235

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Quick take

SAMS SOUTHERN RESTRUANT in SAINT AUGUSTINE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 87.8 out of 100 — a B grade — generally clean with some minor or moderate violations on record. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on April 14, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 12 total violations — 1 critical, 5 major, 6 minor.

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Inspection coverage
67%
Imported observations
12
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  • Warning Issued
  • [14-69-4] Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer and reach in freezer.
  • [23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets in kitchen soiled with food debris.
  • [08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Two cases of food boxes stored on walk in freezer floor. Operator stored properly.
  • [22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade has build up.
  • [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher in hand wash sink near steam table. Operator removed.
  • [41-17-4] Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with dark colored liquid not labeled. Operator labeled.
  • [53B-01-5] 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 training for employees.
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SAMS SOUTHERN RESTRUANT looks fairly solid on paper. Would you eat here?

B record

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