BB.Q CHICKEN
9700 DEER LAKE CT UNIT 2A, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-551-9712
Last inspected May 18, 2026 · 10 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A 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 5 total live flying insects in establishment in following areas: 1 live flying insects at front counter area 1 live flying insects at three compartment sink area 3 live flying insects at mop sink area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
May 18, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen prep chicken stored over frozen pickle spears in upright reach in freezer. Employee properly stored
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
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. Operator has 12 total food handler employees with 11 hired over 60 days with no proof of training. Other manager has training books being completed at home as per manager on duty.
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 has 12 employees hired with no proof of written agreement
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up Reach in freezer gasket soiled
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop at mop sink not hung
Dec 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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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
Dec 2, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touching clothing and then returning to prep food without washing hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse and stored equipment away without sanitizing.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Prep frozen raw chicken stored over frozen case of vegetable dumplings in reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. White rice (74F - Cold Holding), three individual plastic wrapped stored sitting on shelf in kitchen and place there from reach in cooler around 2 hrs ago as per employee to be used later when order is placed. Discussed placing items on Time.
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
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washing hands in three compartment sink area
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator has no quaternary test strips to test solution that is in use
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/ Observed 5 food handler employees preparing food with no certified food manager present
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. Operator has 11 food handler employees and all have photo copies of 3rd party training certificates that are not original. Person in charge unable to locate any originals
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 has 2 new employees with no proof of form
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Oven door handle soiled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup stored above food prep area during preparation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees phone stored on shelf above food prep area during preparation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under cooking equipments on cook line
Food stored on floor. Container of prep raw chicken stored on floor in walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer with soiled gasket Exterior of fryer soiled
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old label on clean equipment on clean dry storage rack
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Employee drying clean plates and silverware with cloth towel and then storing away
Utility lines preventing proper floor cleaning. Ceiling vent in kitchen with dust build up
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container on cook line with white granulated substance. Employee states is seasoning
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medicine stored above prep table on cook line. Employee removed
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Fried wings (79-80F - Hot Holding); fried wings (119-137F - Hot Holding), stored sitting in fry basket for approximately 2 hrs as per employee. Manager stated items is in Time and showed time mark but no paperwork. Complete TPHC during inspection
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD chemical spray and can of butane chemical spray stored above prep table on cook line. Employee removed
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Kimchi fried rice on menu is served with fried egg under cooked on menu. Menu had consumer advisory but no marking to indicate this menu item is under consumer advisory. Employee marking asterisks next to each paper menu items. Observed on line menu is missing both the consumer advisory and no asterisks next to the menu items as well. Manager will have company to fix it on line
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/ Observed 4 food handler employees working and no certified manager present. Certified Manager arrived 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. Operator has 5 food handler employees hired over 60 days with no 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. Multiple employees hired with no proof of form
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored above prep table on cook line. Employee removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment soiled on cook line
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil spoon stored in 77F standing water at front counter. Employee discarded water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer with grease build up
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on clean equipment on dry storage shelf
Nov 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 24, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
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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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator has no certified food manager and no other certified food manager employed at this establishment
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/ Observed 4 food handler employees working and preparing food and no certified manager present
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority7 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee medicine stored above prep table next to food in back kitchen. Employee discarded
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at front counter area touching shirt and hat and then preparing food without washing hands
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 drinking from cup on front counter area and then preparing and handling customer plated food without washing hands.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 5 total live flying insects in establishment in following areas: 1 live flying insects at front counter area 1 live flying insects at three compartment sink area 3 live flying insects at mop sink area
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Cases of raw shell eggs stored over case of unwashed produce in walk in cooler. Employee properly stored
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling raw chicken during prep and then handling film wrap and scissors to cut film wrap and place both items away on shelf next to clean equipment and then handling clean equipment without washing hands. Person in charge review with employee
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Butane can with chemical stored on front cook line prep table above food and next to soda cans in storage area. Employee removing
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer at mop sink at non-chemical side of splitter
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. Provided operator with Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator has no certified food manager and no other certified food manager employed at this establishment
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Kimchi fried rice on menu is served with fried egg under cooked on menu. Menu had consumer advisory but no marking to indicate this menu item is under consumer advisory
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/ Observed 4 food handler employees working and preparing food and no certified manager present
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink on cook line. Employee provided paper towel
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has several food handler employees hired over 60 days with no 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. Operator has several food handler employees hired with no proof of form
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old 2024 license displayed
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup stored over prep table in back kitchen area. Employee removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone and purse stored on prep table on cook line next to food prep. Employee removed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee at front counter preparing food with no hair restraint. Employee put on hat
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under cooking equipment
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil at front counter stored in 76F standing water. Employee discarded
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper installed over prep table in back kitchen area. Employee removed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line make table reach in cooler gasket soiled. Hood filters with grease build up. Exterior fryer soiled with grease build up
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet leaking at hand wash sink on cook line
Feb 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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