Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering
Last inspected: Jan 16, 2026
90
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering stretching back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 16, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fleming Island restaurant scores 76. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
90
Sep 3, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
55
Apr 1, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale. Butter pat held at room temperature at 79F. Butter removed from refrigeration at approximately 8:00. Manager will hold butter on time controls.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of tomatoes on dry storage shelf with large dent and sharp edges along side seaming. Manager voluntarily discarded tomatoes. Individually vacuum sealed completely thawed salmon in drawer on cooks line.
01B-01-4
Intermediate - Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. No food manager certification for manager Christian, hired in November 2024.
53A-04-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at steamtable with black staining.
22-02-4
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. Per manager, missing 15 employee proof of food handler training.
53B-02-5
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. No written procedures available for multiple products using time controls. Provided form and assisted with completion during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid at bar area. Manager discarded liquid. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. Individually vacuum sealed completely thawed salmon in drawer on cooks line.
06-09-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter scoop at expo line in standing water at 92F. Manager removed the water. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water observed in bottom of flip top reach in cooler.
29-49-6
39
Nov 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 6, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker absent on attached hose on non-chemical side of added splitter. **Warning**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment applied for change of ownership with no plan review. Multiple items moved and replaced. Spoke with Plan Review during inspection and was advised plans must be submitted. Provided operator with plan submission information. **Warning**
51-16-7
Basic - Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. In bar area, cove molding missing. Operator states already scheduled and will be completed in the next few days. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
36-08-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster available. Provided poster to operator. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
51-13-4
70
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
45
May 4, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
50
Sep 2, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler at end of cook line observed, cut tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding); liquid eggs (48F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items have been in cooler one hour prior at open with opening frequently. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. In triple sink behind bar observed chloride sanitizer at 200ppm. Operator remade solution and observed 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener attached to prep table with food debris buildup. Observed cutting board on main cook line with staining.
22-02-4
Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee drink stored next to togo boxes and bread on prep table at end of cook line. Employee moved drink during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-02-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on standing reach-in freezer across from cook line. **Repeat Violation**
14-11-5
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back doors in kitchen area are not self closing. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed togo boxes behind bar and on cook line stored not inverted. Operator turned boxes over during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Behind bar observed rack of glasses stored on floor. Operator moved glasses during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
24-26-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering on file is from Jan 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering?
Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering.
How does Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering compare to other restaurants in Fleming Island?
Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Fleming Island average of 76.
Has Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering 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 Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Just a Pinch Cafe and Catering is inspected around three times per year on average.
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