A MOUTHFUL JAX
1839 E 8 ST MERCHANTS GATE DR, Jacksonville FL 32206 · 904.563.1013
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 5 visits since October 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Emailed one
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Empty Soap dispenser stored in hand sink, employee discarded dispenser.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing on light in middle of trailer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease build up on exterior of fryers.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use. Has one 50-550f
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. One missing, on floor
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in upright cooler
Feb 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 1382 CASSATT AVE, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Grabbed raw fish then changed gloves and he scooped rice, explained to him and he washed hands
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish on shelf above ham, upright cooler, shelled eggs on shelf above cut tomatoes, employee rearranged
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 130f rice, warmer off, employed turned it on, 120f rice on stove off, explained time as public health control, employee wrote time on
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. Emailed one
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. A few thing in it, employee removed them
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Mgr placed some
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Eating by cook line and put it down above steam table where customer food is at, explained to him and he stoped
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee food above customer food in cooler, employee removed it
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed one
Single-service articles improperly stored. Paper towels in bag on floor, employee placed them on shelf
Dec 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1382 CASSATT AVE, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 1382 CASSATT AVE, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over fully cook crawfish meat and raw shrimp, employee properly stored food items
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 provided, emailed operator vomiting and diarrheal clean up procedures
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strips for chlorine sanitizer
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. No employee training provided at inspection
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof provided at inspection, emailed operator employee reporting form
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food items
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor at entrance to trailer
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gaps in hood suppression system
Single-service articles improperly stored. Unopened case of single service utensils stored on floor, employee properly stored food items
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.