BEACH BOWL
818 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · (904) 992-9000
Last inspected Feb 24, 2026 · 10 visits since May 2024
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FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 44 points off where it started.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed in #2 down stairs bar 2 flying insects.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 24, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 23, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler House made Bacon jam dated 2-7-2026, Bacon cream cheese dated 2-6-2026, individual sour cream cups dated 2-15-2026 See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed in #2 down stairs bar 2 flying insects.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line Blue cheese crumbles (53F-56F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (53F-56F - Cold Holding); House made dressing made with sour cream (61F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 39F. Employee removed from reach in cooler. Observed in reach in cooler across from pizza oven Cut sausage (49F-56F - Cold Holding); Sausage (51F-56F - Cold Holding); Cooked smoked chicken (51F-56F - Cold Holding). Employee removed and placed inside reach in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders soiled with mold like substance in both bars down stairs.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles containing window cleaner and sanitizer without labels in kitchen and down stairs bar. Employee placed labels on spray bottles.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank not adequately secured located near beer cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents at entrance of kitchen dusty.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table on service line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee serving food chewing gum. Employee discarded gum during inspection.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing rubber bracelets.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed on cook line drawer cooler gasket torn.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in freezer box of salmon stored on floor. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee hung mop to dry.
Sep 10, 2025Call 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 found. Observed total of 12 flying insects. 8 flying insects in #2 downstairs bar. 1 flying insect in main bar downstairs. 2 flying insects at mop sink. 1 flying insect near ware washing.
Sep 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 12 flying insects. 8 flying insects in #2 downstairs bar. 1 flying insect in main bar downstairs. 2 flying insects at mop sink. 1 flying insect near ware washing.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of beer line cleaner stored on clean drying rack over clean cups. Manager removed and stored properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed at mop sink splitter added and back flow device incorrectly placed on chemical side of splitter. Manager removed back flow and correctly installed on the non chemical side of splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in downstairs bars soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels in employee hand sink at upstairs bar service area. Manager provided paper towels for employee handwashing station..
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner without a label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
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 of both downstairs and upstairs ice machines.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled near ware washing area.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing in downstairs #2 bar.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Food stored on floor. Observed ice cream cup in walk in freezer stored on floor. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. Observed beer cooler door gasket soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drink stored in freezer on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee stored mop to dry properly.
Mar 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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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 engaging in food preparation pull pants up with gloved hands and proceeded to engage in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation touching personal phone with gloved hands and proceeded to engage in food preparation. Manager intervened and spoke to employee regarding hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler across from pizza ovens Mozzarella cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Sausage (51F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); Guacamole made with tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well Queso (129F-131F). Manager removed and placed on stove to reheat.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner located in first floor #2 bar stored on counter next to clean glass ware. Manager removed and stored properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink with back flow device incorrectly installed on chemical side of splitter. Manager will remove and install on non chemical side of splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents at entrance of kitchen soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on dry rack above clean dishes. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while in food preparation area. Employee discarded gum.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employees engaging in food prep wearing watches.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Nov 20, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2024Call 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. Observed no proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
Sep 18, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 4 flying insects. Observed 2 flying insects in upstairs service room. Observed 2 flying insects in kitchen area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler Cut tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding); Sliced cheese (50F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding). Cooler has ambient temperature of 42F. Pizza oven is directly across from cooler. Manager will place TCS items on ice bath.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled on 1st and 2nd floor bars.
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. Observed no proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer in upstairs bar without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled around ice chute of unit, located in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee backpacks stored on food storage rack. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers on dry rack wet nesting. Manager removed containers.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of sprite on floor of upstairs service area. Manager will have employee help him place sprite properly.
May 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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. Observed mop sink with splitter added without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter. Manager removed splitter from mop sink.
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