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BROKEN SPOKE (THE)

1529 N UNIVERSITY BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32211 · (904)744-1898

Last inspected Jul 24, 2026 · 15 visits since May 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats49
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2610667
Grade history
JUN 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
DEC 25
MAR 26
▼ IMPROVING

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

Worst finding on record
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-24
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

15 visits, newest first

Jul 24, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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/. Originally sited plan review 9-3-2024 for remodel. Kitchen remodeled now needs approved plans, only one restroom at this time, was two restrooms, plans should reflect what establishments is going to look like
Intermediate/51-16-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 17, 2026 · 30 day time extension Time Extended Time Extended/Return visit Mar 20, 2026 · Plans submitted 3-19-26 Time Extended/Return visit May 22, 2026 · Letter sent March 31, 2026 from plan review requesting additional information. Per plan review required information hasn't been provided yet Admin Complaint/Return visit Jul 24, 2026 · Admin Complaint
May 22, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/. Originally sited plan review 9-3-2024 for remodel. Kitchen remodeled now needs approved plans, only one restroom at this time, was two restrooms, plans should reflect what establishments is going to look like
Intermediate/51-16-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 17, 2026 · 30 day time extension Time Extended Time Extended/Return visit Mar 20, 2026 · Plans submitted 3-19-26 Time Extended/Return visit May 22, 2026 · Letter sent March 31, 2026 from plan review requesting additional information. Per plan review required information hasn't been provided yet Admin Complaint
Mar 20, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/. Originally sited plan review 9-3-2024 for remodel. Kitchen remodeled now needs approved plans, only one restroom at this time, was two restrooms, plans should reflect what establishments is going to look like
Intermediate/51-16-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 17, 2026 · 30 day time extension Time Extended Time Extended/Return visit Mar 20, 2026 · Plans submitted 3-19-26 Time Extended
Mar 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw rib bites over cooked taco beef and cooked taco chicken. Employee moved to store correctly
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink at bar used to hold electrical multi purpose plug
Intermediate/31A-11-4
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/. Plan review submitted 3-19-26, awaiting approval
Intermediate/51-16-7
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Feb 17, 2026Call 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
Show 2 findings ▾
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/. Originally sited plan review 9-3-2024 for remodel. Kitchen remodeled now needs approved plans, only one restroom at this time, was two restrooms, plans should reflect what establishments is going to look like
Intermediate/51-16-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Feb 17, 2026 · 30 day time extension Time Extended Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in Cooler on line standing water at the bottom
Basic/29-49-6/Warning/Return visit Feb 17, 2026 · Still needs attention Time Extended
Dec 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Container of raw chicken over raw beef in glass cooler, raw chicken moved to store correctly
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Queso dated 11-22 in reach in cooler,
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Intermediate/53A-01-7/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing Quat test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1/Warning
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/. Originally sited plan review 9-3-2024 for remodel. Kitchen remodeled now needs approved plans, only one restroom at this time, was two restrooms, plans should reflect what establishments is going to look like
Intermediate/51-16-7/Admin Complaint
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear spray bottle with blue substance inside, employee states possibly glass cleaner
Intermediate/41-17-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in Cooler on line standing water at the bottom
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
May 30, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/. Walls removed ceiling changed, plumbing rearranged
Intermediate/51-16-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 30, 2025 · Admin Complaint
Mar 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Fly traps on back of reach in cooler. That emits odors and not to be used for more than four consecutive hours
High priority/41-20-4
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/. Walls removed ceiling changed, plumbing rearranged
Intermediate/51-16-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nonservice animals in the food establishment or on premises. Medium sized live green lizard on top of foam Togo plates over reach in cooler, employee removed lizard
Intermediate/35A-01-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Par cooked Wings on reach in cooler No date marking
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Large zep spray bottle with no label of which chemical is inside. Clear spray bottle with clear substance in spray bottle
Intermediate/41-17-4
Jan 3, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Remodel in kitchen no plans available to see
Intermediate/51-16-7/Return visit Jan 3, 2025 · Unavailable to show that plans are submitted Admin Complaint
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef Pattie's over cooked chicken and cooked beef in reach in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat
Intermediate/16-37-1
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Remodel in kitchen no plans available to see
Intermediate/51-16-7
Sep 16, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-24
High priority/50-17-3/Warning/Return visit Sep 3, 2024 · Still needs Time Extended/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Still expired Admin Complaint
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/. Walls removed expanded cooler storage area. Needs plans for file
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 3, 2024 · Still needs states had issues Time Extended/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Still doesn't have plans available to show Admin Complaint
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Establishment doing a remodel and opened up ceiling exposed metal lines on kitchen area
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 3, 2024 · Still needs Time Extended/Return visit Sep 16, 2024 · Still the same Admin Complaint
Sep 3, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-24
High priority/50-17-3/Warning/Return visit Sep 3, 2024 · Still needs Time Extended
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/. Walls removed expanded cooler storage area. Needs plans for file
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 3, 2024 · Still needs states had issues Time Extended
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Establishment doing a remodel and opened up ceiling exposed metal lines on kitchen area
Basic/36-37-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 3, 2024 · Still needs Time Extended
Jun 27, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-24
High priority/50-17-3/Warning
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat
Intermediate/16-37-1
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen near walk way
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Warning
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/. Walls removed expanded cooler storage area. Needs plans for file
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-02-5/Warning
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Establishment doing a remodel and opened up ceiling exposed metal lines on kitchen area
Basic/36-37-5/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys stored on prep area
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook in kitchen wearing rubber bracelets while in food prep
Basic/13-07-4/Warning
Jun 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4/Return visit Jun 27, 2024 · 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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Return visit Jun 27, 2024 · Establishment has date set up to take Time Extended
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handsink in kitchen At bar
Basic/31B-04-4/Return visit Jun 27, 2024 · Time Extended
May 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Shelled eggs stored over celery and bread, in 2 door cooler in hallway
High priority/08A-04-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chili. Dated 4-12-24
High priority/02C-01-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Chili dated 4-12 Cheese dated 4-7
High priority/01B-24-5
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. Provided email of vomit clean up
Intermediate/11-27-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda gun at bar
Intermediate/22-02-4
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing quat test strips
Intermediate/16-37-1
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.
Intermediate/53B-01-5
No soap provided at handwash sink. Soap at bar. Provided soap
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers of oil stored on floor in back storage area
Basic/08B-47-4
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked lid on raw chicken in reach in 2 door true cooler
Basic/14-38-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handsink in kitchen At bar
Basic/31B-04-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Taco beef dated 4-22 Cook stated cooked yesterday 4-30
Basic/16-46-4

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