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BODEGA - JACKSONVILLE

544 MARSH LANDING PKWY UNIT 01, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.373.0105

Last inspected May 22, 2026 · 6 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats20
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2615995
Grade history
AUG 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
MAY 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect near back exit door of kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-6
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

May 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findings
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 egg and proceed to handle utensils without washing hands. Inspector spoke to employee and manager regarding hand washing after cracking raw shell eggs. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly.
High priority/12A-27-4/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of CLR Stored on table near coffee grinding machine. Manager removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee hand washing station on cook line. Manager provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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. Observed some employees employed over 60 days without food safety training.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed inside of ice machine mold like substance on the sides of unit.
Basic/22-20-5
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.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee food preparation wearing a watch. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing a bracelet.
Basic/13-07-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers stored on rack wet nesting near 3 compartment sink.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment on cook line soiled with food debris.
Basic/36-73-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in container of water at 79F. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed fly gun zapper stored on table near coffee grinder. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/35B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4
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Feb 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on grate located on stove top Hash brown (124F - Hot Holding). Manager will remove and reheat to 165F.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on cook line with stains.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom right side of exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
scoop handle in contact with food. Observed in walk in cooler scoop handle stored in container of Parmesan. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Sep 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to reach in cooler cut lettuce (56F - Cold Holding). Manager wrapped and placed inside cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing cleaner hanging on bread rack. Manager removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb on hot water tank without back flow device.
High priority/29-34-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door with light shining from outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed protein balls prepared and packaged onsite without name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food.
Basic/02D-03-4
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled throughout kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior door with light shining from outside at bottom of door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service cups and straws stored on floor. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect near back exit door of kitchen.
High priority/35A-02-6
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. Observed 1 employee employed over 2 years without required state approved training.
Intermediate/53B-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing blue unknown substance without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing under3 compartment sink. Manager placed drain cover over drain.
Basic/29-18-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at back exit door of kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed Juice made on-site and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include date product was packaged.
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed multiple single service plastic bottles stored on floor of back room. Manager will relocate bottles.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrective Action Taken
Mar 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed Employee eating in a food preparation. Employee removed food and stored properly.
Basic/12B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed exterior back door has light shining from outside at bottom of door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Observed Juice made on-site and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include date product was packaged. Manager to write date on Juice bottles for self service.
Basic/02D-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation

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.