ALDER & OAK
131 1 AVE N STE 101, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.746.7882
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
NOV 23
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JUN 26
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect near 3 compartment sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line deeply grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Manager had employee remove and store properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee glasses stored on sheet tray. Manager removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry. Employee hung mop to dry properly.
Aug 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed heat treated pineapple chutney dated 8-9-2024. See stop sale. Observed creole bbq made with cooked shrimp shells dated 8-8-2024. See stop sale.
Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed ice machine with surface rust on lip of opening of unit.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in bar area CO2 tank not adequately secured.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee vape on cooler located in bar area. Observed employee drink on cooler located in bar area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag on cooler in bar area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored properly to air dry. Employee stored mop properly to air dry.
Apr 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in bar area on 1st floor.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked shell eggs with Raw shell eggs in walk in cooler. Manager will discard cracked shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded pork being held hot at 125F in steam table. Observed Grits being held hot in steam table at 115F. Employee made fresh grits. Employee reheated shredded pork. Took second temperature Pork at 168F, and grits at 170F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Obviously CO2 tank in bar area on first floor not secured. Manager will secure CO2 tank in bar area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled (dusty) located in warehouse washing area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on cutting board of flip top cooler on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee back pack stored next to clean dishes on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with bracelet on.
Jan 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect near 3 compartment sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in walk-in cooler over pan and bucket of pickles. Manager had employee remove and store properly.
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags not marked with last date served.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder in bar on second floor soiled.
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. Observed No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored next to bag of onions hanging on storage rack. Manager stored employee personal items properly.
Food stored on floor. Observed containers of blanched fries stored on floor of walk-in cooler. Manager moved blanched fries At least 6 inches above the floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees located across from dish machine. Inspector will provide hand washing sign.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Manager had employee store mop properly.
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