Twisted Table

300 Ash St, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
American
Last inspected: Sep 29, 2025
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Twisted Table stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Sep 29, 2025. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around one violation compared to roughly six violations earlier on.

When inspectors have written things up, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Restaurants in Fernandina Beach average 69, so Twisted Table is doing better than most peers. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
0
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee was hands for less than 10 seconds at hand was station on front line area. Educated the employee on how much time they should be washing their hands for.
12A-17-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In mop station lighter fluid on shelf was stored next to single serve plastic forks In mop station Floor cleaner was stored next to paper towels.Manager moved all chemicals away from single serve items and paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
74
Feb 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
86
Nov 15, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
10 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In silver reach in cooler, chicken salad stored overnight 46F. See stop sale.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In silver reach in cooler, chicken salad stored overnight 46F. See stop sale.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In back kitchen on utility cart, container of bleach stored next to crackers. Items moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In silver reach in cooler at front counter, pimento cheese prepared more than four (4) hours prior 50F. See stop sale.
03D-06-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from ambient temperature to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within four hours. See stop sale. Time/temperature control for safety food prepared from/mixed with ingredient(s) at ambient temperature not cooled to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 4 hours. In silver reach in cooler at front counter, pimento cheese prepared more than four (4) hours prior 50F. See stop sale.
01B-38-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. In silver reach in cooler at front counter, two (2) pans of cooked potatoes 86F. Potatoes began cooling more than two (2) hours prior. Potatoes discarded. See stop sale.
03D-01-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. In silver reach in cooler at front counter, two (2) pans of cooked potatoes 86F. Potatoes began cooling more than two (2) hours prior. Potatoes discarded. See stop sale.
01B-36-5
High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator cleared soiled dishes, placed into bus tub in back kitchen, and immediately went to prep area handling clean equipment without washing hands. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Operator washed hands correctly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
High Priority - No proof of parasite destruction or aquaculture documentation for cold smoked salmon served raw or undercooked. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Establishment serves lox (raw salmon) but does not have proof of parasite destruction.
01D-03-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. In reach in cooler at front counter, cream opened 9/7. See stop sale.
01B-24-5
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. Establishment only has one food handler who does not have food handler training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Lox on menu is not identified as raw.
02B-01-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in women's restroom near dining area.
32-12-5
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in back kitchen area.
36-02-5
17
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on cover on fan in reach cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Gaskets on cooler. Lightly soiled
23-24-4
90
Oct 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
90
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 25, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Twisted Table last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Twisted Table on file is from Sep 29, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Twisted Table?

Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Twisted Table.

How does Twisted Table compare to other restaurants in Fernandina Beach?

Twisted Table most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is higher than the Fernandina Beach average of 69.

Has Twisted Table's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Twisted Table have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Twisted Table means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Twisted Table inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Twisted Table is inspected around three times per year on average.