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BOWLERO MANDARIN

10333 SAN JOSE BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32257 · (904)268-1511

Last inspected Aug 1, 2025 · 8 visits since March 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats137
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2607264
Grade history
MAR 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
AUG 25
▼ IMPROVING

4 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding 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.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

3 cases · $1,360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2025053122May 5, 2025Aug 12, 2025$800
5--2025034338Jan 29, 2025Jun 2, 2025$400
5--2015044023Sep 24, 2015Oct 27, 2015$160

Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in sugar. Rear dry goods.
Basic/14-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
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.
Basic/13-07-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Sticky floors by frontline drinks dispenser.
Basic/36-73-4
May 6, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

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.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
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.
High priority/35A-04-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food stored on floor. Boxed pretzels on floor in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of frontline reach in cooler door.
Basic/22-16-4
Jan 30, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

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.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
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.
High priority/35A-04-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Cut board not stored 6 " off ground. Moved by manager.
Basic/24-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding missing. Kitchen area.
Basic/36-03-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease, food debris build up on floors behind front Line and rear equipment.
Basic/36-73-4
May 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any food manger certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning/Return visit Mar 14, 2024 · At callback : Time needed to obtain. Time Extended
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. )
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Mar 14, 2024 · At callback : Time needed to obtain. Time Extended
Mar 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Non food grade containers used to store foods. Chicken Wings, breads. In coolers.
High priority/14-15-4
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.
High priority/35A-04-4/Admin Complaint
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any food manger certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
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. )
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Minor ice buildup in reach in freezer. Kitchen.
Basic/14-69-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Basic/16-46-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed Single Service items on floor.
Basic/25-05-4

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.