ALLUSIONS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
5045 SOUTEL DR UNIT 25, Jacksonville FL 32208 · (904) 672.7222
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. At main bar, observed 3 flying insects.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. At main bar, observed 3 flying insects.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At kitchen area in stand up reach-in cooler, raw fish and raw shrimp stored over multiple squeeze bottles with sauces/condiments. Operator removed sauces from reach-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At cook line area in flip top reach-in cooler, cut lettuce (49f, 49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Items stored in cooler overnight per owner. Ambient temperature 49f. Gaskets torn and standing water observed in bottom section of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line area in flip top reach-in cooler, cut lettuce (49f, 49F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (50F - Cold Holding). Items stored in cooler overnight per owner. Ambient temperature 49f. Gaskets torn and standing water observed in bottom section of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. In kitchen stand up reach-in cooler, open gallon container of milk. Operator not able to determine when milk was opened. Operator discarded.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On splitter at mop sink, backflow preventer missing on both ends of splitter. Hose is not hooked to chemical dispenser at time of 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. In kitchen stand up reach-in cooler, open gallon container of milk. Operator not able to determine when milk was opened. Operator discarded.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Establishment sells oysters on the half shell, tag for current supply present in reach-in cooler. No tags for previous oysters available. Tags must be kept for 90 days, in chronological order with date last oyster was sold.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At main bar, fruit punch nozzle on soda dispenser and both bar guns have build up.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At main bar, plastic lines for soda dispenser carbonated are in front of handwash sink blocking easy access to sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Multiple restrooms missing door closers.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Covered receptacles missing in multiple women's restrooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn on both kitchen reach-in coolers.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, floor under and behind equipment has build up of grease and debris.
Hole in or other damage to wall. At mop sink, wall behind sink has water damage/ peeling.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In back kitchen area, scoop,in bulk flour container has handle touching product. Operator moved scoop.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. At cook line, interior of microwave has encrusted food splatter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up. At back kitchen area, exterior of bulk flour/breading containers soiled with food residue.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. In bottom section of flip top reach-in cooler, standing water.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. In kitchen, floor drain under handwash sink draining slowly. Operator called plumber.
Mar 10, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 stated has 12 employees total which are cooks, servers and bartenders hired over 60 days and unable to provide proof of training
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. Person in charge stated has 12 employees total which are cooks, servers and bartenders hired over 60 days and unable to provide proof of form
Dec 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Vegetable produce stored in direct contact inside non-food grade bag in back storage area
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer at non-chemical side of splitter at mop sink
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple hand wash sinks at bar and in kitchen with equipment stored inside
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sinks. Employee provided
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 stated has 12 employees total which are cooks, servers and bartenders hired over 60 days and unable to provide proof of training
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. Person in charge stated has 12 employees total which are cooks, servers and bartenders hired over 60 days and unable to provide proof of form
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Homemade tuna salad not date marked in reach in cooler. Employee stated prep 4 days ago
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Multiple bathroom doors left open
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean stored plates not inverted in kitchen at dry storage rack
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In women's restroom
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook employee preparing food with watch on wrist
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook employee with facial beard preparing food with no beard guard
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryer with fryer with grease build up
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. In back parking lot area
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light insect device stored over microwave in kitchen and over reach in freezer in storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior fryer with grease build up
Open dumpster lid. In back parking lot area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior reach in cooler soiled with food debris
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water inside reach in cooler on cook line
May 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 4 flying insects at soda dispenser.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In bottom section of flip top reach-in cooler, carton of raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat produce.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At mop sink, splitter added, missing back flow preventer on non chemical dispenser side with hose attached.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. In kitchen, metal scrub pad stored in handwash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen handwash sink, no paper towels. Manager supplied.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator not able to locate probe thermometer.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. All restrooms missing door closers.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Single stall women's restroom missing covered receptacle. Two stall women's restroom missing covered receptacle in one stall.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, floor by shelf unit with plates has build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At pass thru area of kitchen, open case of plastic cups on floor.
Oct 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 24, 2023Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Inspector could not issue license during licensing inspection due to ceiling tiles in kitchen not being sealed.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In reach in cooler in kitchen, gallon of milk opened two days prior not dated. Milk dated.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available. Operator states test strips are present in other vehicle that is normally driven.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both hand washing sinks in bar. Towels provided.
No plan review submitted and approved. 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 plans could not be approved during licensing due to ceiling tiles in kitchen not sealed.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic style tiles in kitchen are not sealed/painted.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in reach in cooler and reach in freezer in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both hand washing sinks in bar. Inspector emailed sign.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door by mop sink.
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.