BOWLERO MANDARIN
10333 SAN JOSE BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32257 · (904)268-1511
Last inspected Aug 1, 2025 · 8 visits since March 2024
4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 30 rodents dropping on floor by rear kitchen area between Reach in cooler and prep table.
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025053122 | May 5, 2025 | Aug 12, 2025 | $800 |
| 5--2025034338 | Jan 29, 2025 | Jun 2, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2015044023 | Sep 24, 2015 | Oct 27, 2015 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in sugar. Rear dry goods.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Sticky floors by frontline drinks dispenser.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects found
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 6 rodent droppings on floor next to reach in freezer in Dry storage/ equipment storage adjacent to to kitchen and drinks area. This area is open plan and not sealed off To drinks and front service area and kitchen. This dry storage area also Leads out to dining room. 1 rodent dropping on floor by frontline under food service equipment. Cleaned by manager.
Food stored on floor. Boxed pretzels on floor in walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of frontline reach in cooler door.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 28 rodent droppings on floor next to reach in freezer in dry storage area adjacent to to kitchen and drinks area. Dry storage is open plan not sealed off. To drinks and front service area. This dry storage area also. Leads out to dining room. 1 rodent dropping on floor by Dish machine. Cleaned by manager.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Cut board not stored 6 " off ground. Moved by manager.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing. Kitchen area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease, food debris build up on floors behind front Line and rear equipment.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any food manger certification.
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. No proof of any original employee training certification. (Pictures on phone only. )
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Non food grade containers used to store foods. Chicken Wings, breads. In coolers.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 30 rodents dropping on floor by rear kitchen area between Reach in cooler and prep table.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any food manger certification.
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. No proof of any original employee training certification. (Pictures on phone only. )
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Minor ice buildup in reach in freezer. Kitchen.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed Single Service items on floor.
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.