BELLA VISTA A MARE
311 3 ST N UNIT 101, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-571-0321
Last inspected Apr 9, 2026 · 7 visits since January 2024
JAN 24
JUL 24
DEC 24
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on and around dish machine.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022009215 | Feb 18, 2022 | Jul 21, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 2026Warning IssuedLicensing 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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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect near ware washing machine.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb located outside back door without a back flow device.
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/. Observed establishment with renovations completed without approved plans from Tallahassee. Operator sent plans and menu to Tallahassee. Plan review stated the items were not received. Operator resent to plan review during inspection.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of exit door in kitchen.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry. Manager hung mop to dry properly.
Dec 11, 2024Administrative 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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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Chemical Dish machine at 0ppm. Manager was able to change chemical out. Took second test of chemical dish machine at 100ppm.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying insects at mop sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed no time mark on pizza held n time control. Employee placed time on pizza. Employee stated that pizza was made at 11am.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer stored on top of prep table in prep area. Employee 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 before splitter.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sinks. Manager provided paper towels for hand sinks.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of exit door.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed large bucket of pizza sauce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly..
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed insect trap over prep table, observed insect trap near dishes in ware washing area. Manager relocated insect traps.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed no hot water at hand sink located on cook line near entrance to prep area.
Sep 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 11, 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 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all food training for employees expired.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on wall behind dish machine.
Jul 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical Dish Machine at 0ppm. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects in warehouse washing area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment operating with expired license 6-1-2024.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches on and around dish machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed multiple pizzas being held on time control without time mark. Manager placed time mark on pizza.
Certified food manager unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Observed manager on duty unable to answer questions regarding Eight food Allergens. Inspector will provide copies of Big 6 foodborne illnesses and Eight food allergens.
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. Observed establishment without written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea clean. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer in prep area soiled. Observed soda station in dining area soiled with mold like substance around nozzles of unit.
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Observed establishment adding bar to restaurant without Plans submitted and approved. Called plan review in Tallahassee and they have not received any plans this year for this establishment.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed all food training for employees expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles containing sanitizer without labels. Manager placed labels on spray bottles.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed women's restroom without covered receptacle.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on wall behind dish machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top cooler on cook line with torn door gasket.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of back door.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. Observed reach door gaskets soiled on cook line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed employee hand sink without hot water located on cook line.
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris. Observed large mixer soiled located in kitchen.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment without chemical test kit when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided copy of choking sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple door gaskets on cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
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.