HOT DOG HUT

Name: HOT DOG HUT
Address: 1439 3 ST S, JACKSONVILLE BEACH, FL, 32250, US
Rating: 67.7

1439 3 ST S, JACKSONVILLE BEACH, FL 32250

License #2613898

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67.7 Grade F / 100

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Latest inspection

August 12, 2026 · 2 findings · 0 critical

Complaint Full (follow-up)

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HOT DOG HUT in JACKSONVILLE BEACH currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 67.7 out of 100 — an F grade — a serious pattern of repeat or critical violations. This restaurant has 3 inspections on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on August 12, 2026. Across those visits, DBPR recorded 19 total findings; InspectFL has detailed violation rows for 18 of them so far.

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The latest inspection on August 12, 2026 shows 2 observation rows: no critical rows, 1 major, and 1 minor.

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Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending
[35A-03-4] Observed 1 dead roach under 3 compartment sink.
[53A-07-6] 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/ Observed no certified food manager for establishment.

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Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended
[13-07-4] Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
[31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee hand sink without paper towels. Employee provided paper towels.
[36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with water damage.
[53A-07-6] 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/ Observed no certified food manager for establishment.
[12B-04-4] Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee vape on counter above food storage. Employee removed and stored properly .
[29-49-6] Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler located on cook line.
[03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler Hot dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (52F - Cold Holding) located on cook line. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 57F.
[33-31-5] Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unnecessary stand alone cooler at entrance of kitchen not in use.
[35A-03-4] Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on cook line.
[36-73-4] Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment on cook line soiled with grease buildup. Observed floors in prep area soiled with grease buildup and food debris.
[22-02-4] Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed fryers deeply soiled with grease buildup.
[14-74-7] Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler with an ambient temperature of 57F.

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