ART GELATO & COFFEE
9802 BAYMEADOWS RD UNIT 6, Jacksonville FL 32256 · 904-469-9179
Last inspected Jun 24, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on wall behind coca cola cooler, one live roach on wall above hand wash sink, one live roach on wall of triple sink
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019016294 | Feb 26, 2019 | May 20, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jun 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without system approval for such change. Establishment has added outdoor seating. Has 42 seats at time of inspection. Explained seating change evaluation form to operator.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle stored over case of single service utensils at front counter. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Tiramisu made in house with raw shell eggs per person in charge with no heat applied missing disclosure. Also, no consumer advisory posted at time of inspection. Person in charge posted.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closers missing on restroom doors. Also, one restroom inaccessible due to large amount of maintenance storage items stored inside.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Crepe spatula stored in water at 70F.
Jul 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 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 unable to provide proof of employee training. Employee on duty working at establishment for 1 year.
Mar 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Kimchi and meat to make onigiri made at DACS licensed facility per person in charge. Unable to provide invoice during inspection.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects in kitchen during inspection.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Kimchi and meat to make onigiri made at DACS licensed facility per person in charge. Unable to provide invoice during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot dogs on skewer stored above fill line at front line reach in cooler at 60F. Person in charge states have been out for 1.5 hours, moved to reach in cooler below.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at back hand wash sink. Person in charge provided. Missing paper towels from unisex restroom. Also, missing hand wash sign at front white hand wash sink.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Person in charge unable to provide probe thermometer.
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 employee training. Employee on duty working at establishment for 1 year.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathroom door not self closing.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door self closer not working. Also, back door open during inspection with flying insect ps present.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floors in front line missing tile in places under equipment. Floor and threshold around back door in poor repair.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container unlabeled. Person in charge labeled during inspection.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Tabletop fryer observed not under hood.
Nov 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed owner wash and rinse squeeze bottles without sanitizing. Person in charge began setting up triple sink to sanitize.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored on containers of ready to eat fillings in reach in cooler. Moved to appropriate location.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Hot dogs in reach in cooler at 50F. Item in unit unlidded overnight per person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot dogs in reach in cooler at 50F. Item in unit unlidded overnight per person in charge.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No CFM available for establishment.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Egg salad sandwiches made 2 days ago per person in charge with no date mark.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing sanitizer per person in charge unlabeled. Person in charge labeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closer missing from restroom.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal items intermingled with food items for establishment in two door silver cooler.
Floors walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors throughout kitchen with debris buildup, missing tiles in spots making it hard to keep clean. Ceiling tile missing in back hall storage area.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer disconnected at back door.
Oct 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 26, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on wall behind coca cola cooler, one live roach on wall above hand wash sink, one live roach on wall of triple sink
Dead roaches on premises. One Dead roach on floor in server area, one dead roach in refrigerated cooler where toppings are stored, one dead roach on floor near boxes of trash bags stored in wooden shelf, five dead roaches near mop sink, four dead roaches in hallway to restroom. One dead roach on equipment outside of restroom door.
Sep 26, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 25, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 6-1-23
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw shelled eggs stored over bottles of water in two door reach-in cooler next to hand wash sink. Employee removed shelled eggs to properly store.
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in men's restroom blocked by misc equipment and furniture. Mens restroom currently being used as a storage room during this inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in mens restroom. Restroom currently being used for storage but not on plans to be storage area. Plans display it as a mens restroom.
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/. Renovations in process of being made in mens restroom. Mens restroom currently being used for storage of paper goods, unused equipment, and misc furniture, that is not in use. Discussed with person in charge that plans need to be submitted to change men's room to storage area and women's restroom to unisex restroom.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored at triple sink. Employee labeled spray bottle of cleaner.
Single-service articles stored in toilet room/locker room/garbage room/mechanical room. Box with sealed packages of napkins stored in mens restroom that is being used as a storage room during this inspection. Discussed with person in charge at time of inspection.
Jul 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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.