ALHAMBRA THEATRE AND DINING
12000 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904.641.1212
Last inspected Apr 28, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in kitchen area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing toxic substance stored next to single use to go lids in service station. Employee removed spray bottle of cleaner to properly store.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed two vacuum breakers missing from threaded hose bibs outside back door.
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/ Observed Dejuan CFM certification expired in March.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun in bar area soiled. Also, blade of can opener in prep area soiled.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in warewashing area and next to triple sink. Operator replenished soap
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of large ice bin in kitchen area soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen area and bar area chipped/ missing/ in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple sealed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled. Also, hand wash sink in bar area soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in walk-in-cooler
Oct 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed can of diced tomatoes on can rack dented and crimped at rim of can. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects found Observed to flying insects in bar area. Also, observed one flying insect near large ice machine
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cream cheese (67F - Cold Holding) on storage shelf in prep area. Employee stated another employee placed cream cheese there during truck delivery this afternoon. Employee removed cream cheese and placed in walk-in-cooler to chill. Also, sour cream (49F - Cold Holding) in glass door reach-in cooler next to triple sink. Employee had sour cream out earlier to use. Employee will keep sour cream in reach-in cooler to chill.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of milk in bar cooler opened on Sunday per employee not date marked. Employee date marked container of milk.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed ice chute in large ice machine soiled. Also, soda gun and holster at closed end of bar soiled. Employee cleaned soda gun and holster during this inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink in ware washing used to store dish machine curtain. Also, hand wash sink in bar area used to wet towel.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in ware washing area. Operator replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink in ware washing area. Operator replenished soap at hand wash sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf next to triple sink unable to properly air dry
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at threshold of back door allowing light in.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor in prep area and bar missing tiles/ in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Multiple sealed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash signs at hand wash sink in men's and women's restroom. Inspector supplied signs an operator posted in restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled. Also, exterior of gray trash receptacle in kitchen area soiled.
Jun 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 22 flying insects. 15 flying insects in prep area. 4 flying insects in ware washing area/ cook line. 3 flying insects in additional prep area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 6-1-2025.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler Raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Lamb (51F - Cold Holding); Cod fish (55F - Cold Holding) Butter (45F - Cold Holding). Manager stated employees have kept cooler door open. Manager placed items in walk in freezer to drop temperature.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed employee medication for pain stored on shelf above prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed missing back flow devices on 2 threaded hose bibs located outside of kitchen exit door.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder in bar area soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed employee hand sink without soap located next to ware washing area. Employee replaced soap at hand sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on prep tables throughout kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and keys stored on prep table in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door with light shining at bottom of exit door.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple cases of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use wiping cloths under cutting board in prep area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed Unsealed concrete in prep area.
Jan 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No handwash sink for employees. Food being prepped and cooked outside back door under tent. No hand wash sink available for handwashing.
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/. Fryers outside under tent with prep table without approved plans.
Food being prepared outside. Fried chicken being cooked outside back door in fryers that have been set up under a tent.
Food stored outside. Raw chicken and flour stored outside back door under tent.
Jan 8, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 5, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute and deflector plate in large ice machine soiled. Also, soda gun holsters in bar area soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator replenished soap.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Multiple red handled spatulas on storage hook in warewashing area in disrepair/ chipped/ peeling.
Food stored on floor. Multiple sealed boxes of food stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple filters in hoods above oven soiled. Also, lids and exterior of seasoning bins in prep area soiled..
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Objectionable odor in front prep area near bag in box soda box storage shelf.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink in warewashing area in disrepair.
Self-closing metering faucet does not provide water for at least 15 seconds. Multiple auto faucets in women's restroom not providing water for 15 seconds. Also, one auto faucet in men's restroom not providing water for minimum 15 seconds. Operator working on trying to repair during this inspection.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete Floors in prep area, kitchen, warewashing, and bar areas
Jun 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in kitchen area.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed raw pork to properly store.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Chef Dale CFM certification expired 4-29-24. Chef stated he is scheduled to take exam on Tuesday of next week.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on large ice machine soiled. Also, blade of can opener at prep table soiled. Also, holster for soda gun in bar area soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to oven. Operator replenished paper towels at hand wash sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in front of and under dishwashing machine.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Unsealed concrete floor in kitchen, prep, warewashing, and walk-in-cooler areas.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter on exterior spigot.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun and holster soiled in bar area located across from kitchen. Coffee machine in bar area soiled around nozzle.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink left of dishwasher.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink left of dishwasher.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine located near right side kitchen exit door has mold like substance.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceilings over triple sink are in disrepair.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed water drainage from stacked inverted metal containers on drying rack bear mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Vent hoods over cooking station are in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor beneath dishwasher.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled beneath juice boxes next to hand wash sink left of kitchen entrance; beneath ice machine near hand wash sink and in bar area across from kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of scallops, French fries, sausage, on floor in walk in freezer connected to walk in cooler in outside unit.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls behind dishwasher and triple sink are soiled.
Water draining onto floor surface. Pipes beneath hand wash sink left of dishwasher is draining water unto floor when water turned on. Operator reconnected pipe to stop water from draining.
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.