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PIZZA BOY PIZZA

618 S MARION AVE STE 101, LAKE CITY · Columbia County

Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of sanitizer tablets stored above grated Parmesan cheese on shelf next to walk-in cooler. Manager removed sanitizer tablets stored above.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pizza slices in prep area. Manager stated pizzas prepared one hour earlier. Employee placed proper time marking on pizzas.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Deflector plate inside of ice machine.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee dumped ice in front counter hand washing sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of cleaner on shelf across from mop sink.
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TAVERN BREWERY AND IRISH PUB D/B/A MARION STREET DELI & PUB LLC

281 N MARION AVE, LAKE CITY · Columbia County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw shrimp in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Employee placed chicken on bottom shelf.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of Lysol wipes on kitchen reach-in cooler. Manager removed container of wipes during inspection.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used to line pan for cheeses in reach-in cooler across from cook line.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet at end of cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored in front counter reach-in cooler: tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); onions (51F - Cold Holding); cheese (50F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (46F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler two hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager had employee placed scoop ice under items to reduce temperature to 41F.
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2048 ROGERO RD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Calamari 63f cooler not working placed in freezer Wings 65f sitting at room temperature moved to cooler
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-26 "Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license."
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No Chlorine test strips available
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Mens restroom no hot water at handsink,
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CHICK-FIL-A AT AVENUES MALL

10300 SOUTHSIDE BLVD STE 310, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at frontline. Replaced by manger.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusty cooler shelves. Frontline.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water upon floor at frontline. Cleaned by manager.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

THE RED GILL BISTRO

4660 SALISBURY RD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

At todays callback : Called plan review. no plans submitted.

HAVANA-JAX CAFE

2578 ATLANTIC BLVD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked black beans (113F-115F - Hot Holding) on stove without burner on. Operator stated they were too hot earlier. Operator placed back on stove without burner burner on and reheated to a minimum of 165F
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels in direct contact with house made rellano balls with cooked beef.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed lobster, raw shrimp, raw beef, cooked pork (45F-46F - Cold Holding) in flip top reach-in cooler across from oven. Operator stated items went in cooler when they opened about 1.5 hrs ago. Operator removed TCS foods and placed in walk-in-cooler to chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed containers of bleach stored next to bag in box soda on food storage shelf. Also, containers of soap stored next to squirt bottles on shelf in front of expo window. Discussed with operator to remove chemicals to properly stored next.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed table in bar blocking hand wash sink in smaller bar area. Operator removed table from in front of hand wash sink.
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10300 SOUTHSIDE BLVD #3130, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at dispenser. Replaced by manger.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop in soiled holder. Moved by manager.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).

JL TRENTS SEAFOOD & GRILL

4553 120 ST, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

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. Dishmachine tested at 10ppm chlorine.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non-food grade paper towels used to line container for cooked fried foods. Cook removed the paper towels.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At outside bar, vacuum breaker missing from threaded faucet with attached black hose.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed cook wash hands for approximately 5 seconds. Manager coached employee and employee rewashed hands for at least 15 seconds.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed green beans (118F - Hot Holding); corn (129F - Hot Holding); collard greens (118F - Hot Holding)in oven below stove top. Oven was on but no heat was present. Employee states all three were placed in the oven 30 minutes ago and moved all to another oven to heat.
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4453 SOUTHSIDE BLVD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 45f milk in reach in cooler by ice bin, overnight, stop sale, discarded by manager
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee grabbed raw hamburger then grabbed clean container for food, explained to her and she washed hands and placed container as dirty
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Milk
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Polished nails, placed fries in fryer, explain her, she got gloves
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading 37f and food japes at 45f, one door cooler by ice bin
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PUERTO PLATA RESTAURANT

2045 BAYVIEW RD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed flan prepared on site person in charge stated was prepared on the 28th but had a date marking of 29th.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over ready to eat rice in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed 7 containers of flan prepared on site prepared on 09/28, more than 7 days prior to inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on bottom prep shelf of main cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at bottom of rear metal door with visible light shining through. Main exit door propped open during inspection.
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363 ATLANTIC BLVD #1, ATLANTIC BEACH · Duval County

Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Mixed cheeses date marked 9/18 in walk in cooler.
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. Food service employee handled soiled equipment , cups. Then handled clean plates without washing hands. Manager intervened.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Ranch dressing cups not discarded at 3 pm.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service to go containers stored under roof leak drip. Moved by manager.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Sagging ceiling tiles kitchen. Water dripping from ceiling in kitchen and near cookline. (Rain issues. ).
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LUPITA'S MEXICAN FOOD

1024 UNIVERSITY BLVD N, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired. 6-1-26 "Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license."
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink upfront next to drink station missing paper towels

47 UNIVERSITY BLVD N, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over sauce buckets in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tofu 53f in 2 door flip top cooler, just sitting on top of other pans of food. wings 55f general chicken 58f items where on counter before placing in cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Containers of raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk in cooler, employee moved
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Cooked pork
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with black grease residue
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4765 HODGES BLVD #17, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Equipment stored in back kitchen hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen cooked pork and frozen vegetables stored on speed reach shelf thawing at room temperature. Employee place back in walk in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler with torn gasket
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Exterior under handle of of reach in freezer door soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer with grease build up
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TERRA GAUCHA BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE

4483 SOUTHSIDE BLVD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Cooked pork not under sneeze guard, manager rearranged
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw bacon then got mittens and grabbed tray with cooked bacon from oven, explained to him and he washed hands, placed mittens in laundry area
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee grabbed a lemon and placed it in drink, explained to her and she got tongs
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. None, emailed one
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow substance by box freezer, cook line, employee labeled its cleaner, also a couple at bar by hand sink
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PIZZA HUT #4251

5844 ATLANTICE BLVD, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belonging stored next to single use to go trays. Operator removed employees bag to properly store.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in a manner to not allow mop to dry properly. Operator hung wet mop properly.
Reach-in cooler, walk-in-cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed shelving in walk-in-cooler soiled with residue. Also, rolling cart shelving with proofing dough soiled with residue.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile in front of hand wash sink near mop sink cracked/ in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent above stacked pizza boxes on shelf next t9 mop sink soiled with black mold like substance.
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333 N LAURA ST, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

At callback operator has been in touch with Robin in plan review and has to finish completing plan review package and send back. Time needed to complete.

10771 BEACH BLVD # 110, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cup stored in hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink at hookah area. Employee provided paper towel
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line preparing food with no hair restraint
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer with ice build up on door
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in kitchen is hanging loose
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5111 BAYMEADOWS RD UNIT 12, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels utilized to line bacon. In direct contact with bacon.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Boba held on time per person in charge with no time marking. Person in charge set timer during inspection.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Cheesecakes thawed more than 24 hours ago with no date mark. Ham opened more than 24 hours ago with no date mark.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge unable to provide test strips during inspection.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles in back kitchen are porous tiles. Observed dust accumulated around vent. Also, observed floor around grease trap unsealed concrete.
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ENZA'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT

10601 SAN JOSE BLVD STE 109, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In salad reach in cooler Pasta, feta, cut tomato, pasta, cooked peppers, cheese, sauce, ranch, at 46-54F Cold Holding. Overnight temperatures per person in charge.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. In walk in cooler raw shrimp stored on tray on top of case of lettuce. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. Also, in reach in raw chicken stored over cheese balls person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Enza sauce, blue cheese dressing, ranch made in house with buttermilk per person in charge dated 9/17, 9/25.
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. Observed dishwasher handle dirty dishware, then handle clean dishware without hand wash in between. Person in charge spoke to employee.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In salad reach in cooler Pasta, feta, cut tomato, pasta, cooked peppers, cheese, sauce, ranch, at 46-54F Cold Holding. Overnight temperatures per person in charge.
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13820 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD #125 & 133, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Salsa in squeeze bottle at 48F. Salsa, salsa, salsa at self service area since noon at 51-54F. See stop sale.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Person in charge unable to provide proof of CFM for establishment.
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. Person in charge unable to provide proof of any training during inspection for employees working 60+ days.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche made with raw fish has no disclosure on the menu.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added tortilla flattop, dessert reach in cooler, self serve salsa station in dining room, dishmachine and dump sink to bar area. Not indicated on revised plans.

4375 SOUTHSIDE BLVD STE 12, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

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. None, manager couldnt find them, 3 employees here for more than 3 months

A&D MANILA BAKERY

5407 ENCHANTED DR, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Seven different time temperature controlled for safety foods being held on time as a public health control have no time marking. All products placed out between 30-45 minutes ago and employee marked each time for each product on the board.
Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Multiple plastic bins holding dry goods by mop sink have food and other debris in the containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed flan (68F/59F/69F - Cold Holding)on front counter held at room temperature. Per operator, flan placed out of refrigeration approximately one hour prior. Operator moved flan back to refrigerator.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager. Manager food handler training for Alfredo expired on 4/6/2026.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-105.
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9725 CROSSHILL BLVD UNIT 112, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In white stand-up reach-in cooler, tub of raw chicken wings stored directly on top of open case of shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Twelve pizzas and assorted pastries held on time as a public health control have no time marking. Employee states all food prepared between 11:00-12:00 and placed the appropriate time marks on board. Also, establishment has no written procedures available. Provided DBPR 5022-090.
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. No written procedures available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-104.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice bucket stored in handwash sink by the ice machine. Employee removed the ice bucket. Also, sink is blocked by brooms/dustpans and employee moved the brooms/dustpans.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Per operator, two employees under 60 days of employment do not have the food employee reporting agreement.
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YAH SUH NICE JAMAICAN CUISINE

5111 BAYMEADOWS RD STE 2, JACKSONVILLE · Duval County

Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw meats stored on table over bottled beverages stored on shelf below table.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels lining fried plantains.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed three egg sacs in non food storage closet shelves off of main kitchen leading to exterior door.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge unable to provide test strips for chlorine during inspection.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining shelves with food storage in kitchen.
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