BABYLON RESTAURANTS LOUNGE AND BAR
8650 BAYMEADOWS RD, Jacksonville FL 32256 · 904-234-7703
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 12 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects in dishpit area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects near dirty dishes, wet sponge by triple sink area. Observed 3 flying insects bar area.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Flour. Spices in "Sterilite" style/brand non food grade containers used for food storage. direct contact with food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. expired 06/01/26
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, GOOP, over spices. On rack. Moved by manager.
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 proof of any employee training.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in spices.
Employee eating while preparing food. Food service employee eating while preparing food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hat bag on top of clean cups.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with no beard guard.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ). Side kitchen door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles crack in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Bags of flour on floor. Kitchen
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled exterior of coolers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : multiple.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bag of single service to go containers on floor.
Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Observed one guest vaping inside in dining room.
Jan 28, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm during inspection. Person in charge set up triple sink to sanitize at 200ppm during inspection.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects in dishpit area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects near dirty dishes, wet sponge by triple sink area. Observed 3 flying insects bar area.
Jan 23, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm during inspection. Person in charge set up triple sink to sanitize at 200ppm during inspection.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Unable to license due to open warning items indicated on inspection. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects in dishpit area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects near dirty dishes, wet sponge by triple sink area. Observed 3 flying insects bar area.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water for establishment. Water is at 70F during inspection. Per person in charge hot water heater is due to be delivered Monday. Person in charge provided email confirmation.
Jan 20, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm during inspection. Person in charge set up triple sink to sanitize at 200ppm during inspection.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Unable to license due to open warning items indicated on inspection. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects in dishpit area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects near dirty dishes, wet sponge by triple sink area. Observed 3 flying insects bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In right side of makeline hummus, hummus, garlic sauce 45-50F. Observed compartment with open space, person in charge moved to reach in freezer to rapidly chill. Rice on cook line at 64F. Person in charge states was brought out from walk in cooler approximately 30mins ago. Moved to walk in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water for establishment. Water is at 70F during inspection. Per person in charge hot water heater is due to be delivered Monday. Person in charge provided email confirmation.
Jan 7, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm during inspection. Person in charge set up triple sink to sanitize at 200ppm during inspection.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pick up items from the floor with gloved hands, then handle package of food without removing gloves and washing hands. Person in charge spoke to employee who washed hands.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Unable to license due to open warning items indicated on inspection. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 5 flying insects in dishpit area. Observed approximately 10 flying insects near dirty dishes, wet sponge by triple sink area. Observed 3 flying insects bar area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In right side of makeline hummus, hummus, garlic sauce 45-50F. Observed compartment with open space, person in charge moved to reach in freezer to rapidly chill. Rice on cook line at 64F. Person in charge states was brought out from walk in cooler approximately 30mins ago. Moved to walk in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener with debris buildup.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in bar hand wash sink. Person in charge removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge unable to provide chlorine test strips for dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap missing from back kitchen hand wash sink. Paper towels missing from same sink. Person in charge provided during inspection. Also missing paper towels from bar hand wash sink person in charge provided.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water for establishment. Water is at 70F during inspection. Per person in charge hot water heater is due to be delivered Monday. Person in charge provided email confirmation.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing in kitchen in dishpit area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed vape stored on prep table in back kitchen. Person in charge removed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Light visible under both back doors, self closer missing from main back door.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles crack in kitchen. Also, floor tiles missing leading to secondary walk in.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. One panel of hood filter missing at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease buildup.
Nov 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flying insects in kitchen near dishwasher drain. Also, observed approximately 10 flying insects in bar area.
Nov 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Chicken in walk in cooler at 44-45F cooked last night person in charge.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flying insects in kitchen near dishwasher drain. Also, observed approximately 10 flying insects in bar area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken in walk in cooler at 44-45F cooked last night person in charge.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Feta opened more than 24 hours with no date mark.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Several spray bottles with chemicals unlabeled.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Grease buildup on vents in kitchen especially over walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. Buckets of food stored on floor in kitchen.
Jun 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.23.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw shell eggs stored over nuts. Also in reach in freezer raw beef no longer commercially packaged stored over ready to eat sauce. Person in charge began rearranging.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical sprays stored with bottle of wine at bar area, person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge lacking CFM during inspection.
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 proof of any training for employees working longer than 60 days.
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 unable to provide proof employees informed of reporting responsibility.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall with damage by back door by office. Also, holes in ceiling in dry storage room by back door. Also, exhaust vent cover missing in kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop with handle in ice at ice machine and at bar. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Apr 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.23.
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 any training for employees working longer than 60 days.
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 any employee informed of reporting duties.
Feb 1, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate0 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 under dishmachine. Observed approximately 5 flying insects at bar area by drink storage. Observed 9 flying insects in employee restroom.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.23.
Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Establishment has "fresh pineapple" and "fresh watermelon juice" on menu. Establishment is utilizing bottled and canned juice per person in charge. Not squeezing themselves.
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 any training for employees working longer than 60 days.
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 any employee informed of reporting duties.
Jan 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handling toothpick that had been in his mouth with gloved hands, then handle clean single service items without handwash.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects under dishmachine. Observed approximately 5 flying insects at bar area by drink storage. Observed 9 flying insects in employee restroom.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.23.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In glass door reach in cooler observed ground beef and chicken stored over intact beef.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken in lowboy stored next to reach in freezer at cookline at 50F. Overnight temperature per person in charge. Ambient temperature of unit 51F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken in lowboy stored next to reach in freezer at cookline at 50F. Overnight temperature per person in charge. Ambient temperature of unit 51F. In fliptop across from cookline cheese, heavy cream at 47F. Person in charge states has been in and out of unit. Lamb in glass door cooler at 46F. Sheet pans may be blocking airflow. Person in charge states has been in unit. Person in charge states repair service due to arrive tonight or tomorrow.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked shawarma chicken on back of unit at 116F. Recommend holding on time.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
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 proof of biohazard clean up plan provided during inspection. Provided to operator.
Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Establishment has "fresh pineapple" and "fresh watermelon juice" on menu. Establishment is utilizing bottled and canned juice per person in charge. Not squeezing themselves.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge unable to provide chlorine test strips for dishmachine.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 + employees working with no CFM present.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Person in charge unable to provide probe thermometer during inspection.
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 any training for employees working longer than 60 days.
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 any employee informed of reporting duties.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Per person in charge serves shawarma directly from cone with no secondary cook step. No consumer advisory present. Person in charge posted during inspection.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Three door lowboy by reach in freezer by cookline at 51F ambient. Observed ice buildup in back of unit.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple packs of cigarettes stored on reach in freezer at cookline. Person in charge removed.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed employees cutting heads of lettuce and radishes directly from bag without washing.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go items not inverted at top shelf at make line.
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