BILLS DINER
8027 RAMONA BLVD W, Jacksonville FL 32221 · 904-513-4888
Last inspected Mar 16, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed flat of shell eggs stored on prep table across from flip top cooler. Employee stated eggs were removed 20 minutes prior during busy time and moved shell eggs back to reach in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017005763 | Feb 3, 2017 | Feb 24, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 16, 2026Administrative 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
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed boiled eggs with date marking of 3/7 in walk-in cooler. Date of inspection was 3/16. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink on front server station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored near dish machine.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher with gauge in recharge zone near dry storage area.
Oct 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed; cooked rice with date marking of 10/07. Cooked sausage patties with date marking of 10/08. Both food items were stored in walk-in cooler and date of inspection is 10/15.
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Observed flat of shell eggs stored on prep table across from flip top cooler. Employee stated eggs were removed 20 minutes prior during busy time and moved shell eggs back to reach in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with blue chemical inside stored above two compartment sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed missing light shield for light in kitchen.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed knife with a broken tip stored on knife rack on wall behind middle hand wash sink.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed chlorine solution testing at 0ppm stored at front counter. Employee added bleach and is now testing at 100ppm.
May 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs and then handle clean equipment without washing hands. Employee wash hands after reviewing hand wash procedures
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee drying hands with towel and then removing clean sanitize dishes from dish machine
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager certification for Carol Parrish by National Registry expired 1-23-24 and no other certified manager employed at this establishment during time of inspection. Manager over the phone stated took class recently for manager certification along with another person and pass but unable to provide proof of certification and has been trying to get company to send it out
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles over front counter ice machine and stored clean cups
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile with damage at wait station
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with watch on wrist
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean cups wet nesting at wait station area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back kitchen door with gap
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Missing light shield cover in back dry storage area
Dec 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed container of sliced raw chicken stored over packages of raw ground beef in freezer closest to walk-in cooler. Food items were no longer in commercial packaging. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed container of ready to eat turkey with a date marker of 11/25 stored in reach in cooler under flip top cooler on cook line. Employee discarded turkey.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed one food manager certification expired 1/23/2024. Person in charge stated exam was taken recently and was waiting on certificate delivery.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles above flip top cooler and flat top grill on cook line not smooth and easily cleanable.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board stored on shelf above prep table in dry storage area with grooves and broken handle and is no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Garbage enclosure area in disrepair. Observed enclosure in disrepair to dumpster on left person in charge stated belonged to establishment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; hood filters above fryer station soiled with grease build up. Gasket and frame on walk-in cooler door soiled.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage stored in reach in cooler under flip top cooler on cook line. Person in charge voluntarily discarded beverage.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed grill scraper stored on bottom shelf next to fryers with melted handle and in disrepair.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine solution at front counter testing at 0ppm. Person in charge replaced with chlorine solution testing at 100ppm. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm); Sanitizer Bucket retest (Chlorine 100ppm)
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of ketchup dented on seam in dry storage area by walk in cooler.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler at kitchen, raw chicken placed over precooked chicken wings. Employee swapped the two to correct. In reach in freezer at kitchen, opened frozen beef was placed over individually sealed fish. Operator swapped to correct order.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and pack of cigarettes on prep table next to flat top stove in the kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In dry storage room above soda and tea dispenser, light strips not shield nor shatter proof.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filter above flat top in kitchen soiled.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer chlorine bucket at 0ppm during inspection. Employee remade sanitizer 100ppm.
Jul 27, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 19, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm), sanitizer not dispensing. Operator calling for service. Employee will set up sink for sanitizing equipment if needed.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Backflow preventer missing at mop sink.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach at corner by clean pot storage rack. Employee cleaned and discarded.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall board next to walk-in cooler separating.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. At cook line, sanitizer bucket stored on prep counter with cooked bacon. Employee moved bucket to bottom shelf.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Plastic cups at wait station in plastic container with no cover.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler at wait station has standing water in bottom.
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.