Springhill Suites Amelia Island

2700 Atlantic Ave, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034

American

Last inspected: Dec 19, 2025

100

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged nine inspections at Springhill Suites Amelia Island, the earliest from 2022. The most recent report on file is from Dec 19, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Fernandina Beach restaurant scores 69. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 19, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 10ppm). Operator set up 3 compartment sink and will be calling ecolab to come look at machine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

22-41-4

Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment has chlorine dishwasher but only has quaternary test strips. Operated stated he will order right test strips immediately. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-32-5

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior deflector plate of ice machine soiled with mold-like substance.

22-20-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On dry storage rack in back kitchen, employee bag on top of bags of brown sugar. Operator removed bag and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee beverage container/food on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink and food on prep table next to clean equipment. Operator removed employee stuff and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-07-4

Mar 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Jan 10, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation.

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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. All employee food handler records are photocopied. Manager states training class taking place next month. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-01-10: Training records still not present. **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Jan 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On buffet line in dining area, cheese 57F, butter 66F, cream cheese 66F. Manager states that these items are held on time control, but no written plan is present and no time markings are present on items. Inspector emailed time control paperwork to establishment. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish machine tested 0ppm. Manager states he will call dish machine company. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

22-41-4

Intermediate - 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. All employee food handler records are photocopied. Manager states training class taking place next month. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard lining multiple shelves in dry storage area in kitchen. Cardboard removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-45-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2023.

50-09-4

Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape on metal bar by dish machine. Duct tape removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-71-4

Mar 21, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Dec 11, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Oct 11, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certification from TAP SERIES FOR Russell

53A-07-6

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Case of single serving containers stored on floor.

25-06-4

Oct 18, 2022

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Springhill Suites Amelia Island last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Springhill Suites Amelia Island on file is from Dec 19, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Springhill Suites Amelia Island?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Springhill Suites Amelia Island.

How does Springhill Suites Amelia Island compare to other restaurants in Fernandina Beach?

Springhill Suites Amelia Island most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Fernandina Beach average of 69.

Has Springhill Suites Amelia Island's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Springhill Suites Amelia Island have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Springhill Suites Amelia Island 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 Springhill Suites Amelia Island inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Springhill Suites Amelia Island is inspected around three times per year on average.

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