BROSKII FISH & CHICKEN
7404 LEM TURNER RD, Jacksonville FL 32208 · 9048889839
Last inspected May 12, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 flying insects by soda dispenser.
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
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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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Both handwash sinks at 79f, triple sink at 89f, after running several minutes. Not able to get hot water at any sink.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 flying insects by soda dispenser.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of breading containers at cookline have encrusted flour.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Both handwash sinks at 79f, triple sink at 89f, after running several minutes. Not able to get hot water at any sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In kitchen, door handle of double door stand up reach-in cooler has build up on inside of handle.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Multiple tanks in dry storage area not secured.
Cardboard box used as garbage container. Cardboard ox used as trash can by glass door reach-in cooler.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle in women's restroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on counter of flip top reach-in cooler. Operator moved drink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On dry storage shelf, rug stored on bags of drink mix.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on double door stand up reach-in cooler are torn.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall at triple sinks/handwash sink soiled. Floor at soda dispenser ear drive thru soiled with debris. Floor in walk-in cooler has build up of residue/debris. In dry storage area, attached shelves soiled.
Food stored on floor. 2 cases of lemon pepper breading on floor in dry storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on fry basket handle and cart handle. Operator moved to inside fry basket.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine has build up. Hood filters at cook line have grease build up. Exterior of frozen drink dispensers have bui,d up,of residue. Exterior of seasoning container, in dry storage, has build up of residue. Lids on flour containers, in dry storage, soiled with residue.
Open dumpster lid. One lid open on dumpster.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of double door stand up reach-in cooler, ottom shelf soiled with food residue. Interior of glass door reach-in cooler near soda dispenser soiled with sauce residue.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Clear togo containers on top,of reach-in cooler, it inverted. Styrofoam togo containers on floor by drive thru.
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken stored over sandwich rolls. Also, raw chicken stored over case of lettuce and next to bag of unwashed onions.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. In kitchen in double door stand up reach-in cooler, 8 individual snapper fillets not removed from reduced oxygen packaging and are completely thawed, packaging stated remove while frozen, thaw under refrigeration.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line on lower shelf of prep table, cooked chicken (57, 45F - Cold Holding). Chicken placed out 30 minutes prior, returned to walk-in cooler. Suggest using Time as a Public Health Control to hold chicken out of refrigeration. Emailed blank form to operator.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At kitchen handwash sink, knife stored in sink. Operator removed.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen handwash sink and front handwash sink, no paper towels. Operator supplied.
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. One employee present hired 5 months, no employee training certification available. Employee stated she has certificate at home.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen handwash sink, no soap. Operator supplied.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In kitchen, interior of ice machine door has build up.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At drive thru area, styrofoam cup in ice bin.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In kitchen, door handle of double door stand up reach-in cooler has build up on inside of handle.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. In kitchen in double door stand up reach-in cooler, 8 individual snapper fillets not removed from reduced oxygen packaging and are completely thawed, packaging stated remove while frozen, thaw under refrigeration.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom missing covered waste can.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In kitchen, floor at ice machine and behind cooking equipment has build up of residue and grease. In walk-in cooler, floor has build up of black residue.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. In walk-in cooler, bread and lettuce stored under shelves on this plastic rack. In walk-in freezer, case of fries stored on thin plastic rack, also fries stored on floor.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Trash/debris on ground next to grease receptacle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, hood filters over fryers have grease build up. In back kitchen, exterior of bulk containers have build up of residue, including in handles.
Open dumpster lid. One lid open on dumpster.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At drive thru area, 3 sleeves of styrofoam cups stored on floor. Employee moved to shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At triple sinks, fish thawing in standing water. Operator moved to reach-in cooler.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Sign on men's restroom door stateing restroom is out of order. Employee stated they have had plumber out for toilet clogged/backing up but issue was not resolved. Establishment is using women's restroom as a unisex restroom, single person restroom.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In back kitchen, mop stored in mop bucket with dirty water.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In back kitchen dry storage area, multiple bulk containers not labeled.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 7 high priority.
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. At front counter, employee touched hair to tuck behind ear, then handled styrofoam cup to make a customer drink without washing hands.
Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ At licensing inspection, not able to issue license due to temperature violation. Establishment is open and serving food to the public during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In kitchen stand up reach-in freezer, pan with raw hamburgers and open bag of raw fish stored over ready to eat corn nuggets and okra. Manager moved items to proper storage.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In bottom section of flip top reach-in cooler by cook line, pan of raw lamb stored over container of mayonnaise. In walk-in cooler, raw chicken stored over heads of lettuce and bags of rolls. Manager moved all items to proper storage levels.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In flip top reach-in cooler near drive thru window, sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); milk (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); liquid cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items in cooler overnight, not removed today. Ambient temperature in cooler 56f.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In flip top reach-in cooler near drive thru window, sliced cheese (52F - Cold Holding); milk (54F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); liquid cheese (51F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all items in cooler overnight, not removed today. Ambient temperature in cooler 56f.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage on top shelf, can of Lysol disinfectant spray stored over seasonings.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Can of Lysol disinfectant and metal pipe in handwash sink by triple sinks. Employee moved items.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses chlorine sanitizer, no test strips available.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In dry storage area, 2 tanks not secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In dry storage, shirt and prayer mat stored over food items. Manager moved to office.
Open dumpster lid. One lid open on dumpster
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In dry storage, black container of seasoning not labeled.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In prep area double door reach-in cooler, open bag of raw chicken wings stored over beef livers. Operator moved to proper storage level.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At front counter on lower shelf, 2 spray cans of disinfectant and multiple bottles of hand sanitizer stored on and next to cases of hot sauce. Operator moved all chemicals to proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At dish area, hose bibb by handwash sink missing back flow preventer.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At kitchen area, employee drink,on shelf above prep table. Employee discarded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, plastic and metal containers stacked before air drying. Manager moved to be rewashed.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, cove tiles between flattop and fryers have build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In prep area, 2 mops stored in mop buckets. Manager hung mops to air dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. At frying station, wet towel stored on prep table close to drive thru. Operator removed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In prep area in double door reach-in freezer, cases of beef liver stored over open bag on hash browns. Operator moved hash browns to proper storage level.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk-in cooler, beef (46F - Cold Holding); cooked onion (45F - Cold Holding); sausage (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated door gets opened many times during service. Operator opened walk-in freezer door and turned down thermostat. All temperatures below 43f after 30 minutes.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At front counter area on lower shelves, multiple chemicals stored with mustard and pepper packets. Operator moved all chemicals to proper storage.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Food Manager present, Tommie Smith, has expired certificate. Certified Food Manager has taken exam but did not pass on first attempt, needs to schedule to take again. Also, 8 food handler employees present with no Certified Food Manager onsite.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At triple sink area, plastic containers stacked before air drying.
Food stored on floor. In back prep area, open case of oil on floor. Operator moved to shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk-in freezer, ice buildup up on floor at back of freezer. Operator stated a pipe burst and was repaired this morning.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. In walk-in cooler, case of unwashed tomatoes stored over cooked onions. Operator moved tomatoes to proper storage level.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In walk-in cooler, one rack has rusted shelves.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. At front counter area, Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm). Operator made new bucket with chlorine sanitizer, Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 150ppm)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In counter of flip top reach-in cooler, beef (64F - Cold Holding). Operator stated beef out for order and not put back in cooler. Beef returned to bottom section of cooler. In walk-in cooler, beef (47F - Cold Holding); cooked onions (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated door opened frequently for breakfast rush. Operator opened freezer door to help cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At fry station, fries in basket (111F - Hot Holding). Operator heated fries to 179f.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink by triple sinks blocked by mop. Operator moved mop.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At front counter area, purse stored on counter next to deli wrap. Operator moved to proper storage.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Plastic containers stacked before air drying.
Floors, walls and /or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall at soda dispenser for drive thru soiled. Operator stated it on list to clean today, counter removed last night for new reach-in freezer.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. One plastic container cracked on side. Operator discarded.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Unbagged trash on ground at back of dumpster enclosure.
Open dumpster lid. One door on dumpster open. Operator closed.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler, steak 48F. Door for walk in cooler constantly opened during breakfast. Door kept closed and walk in freezer door inside walk in cooler left open to cool quickly.
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit could be provided.
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 employee food handler training could be provided.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Employee working at front counter. Gum discarded.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee working in kitchen. Hair restraint provided and placed on.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean storage pans stored on rack/shelf near dish area.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle for white chest freezer in back kitchen.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under ice machine in kitchen. Wall on side and behind ice machine in kitchen.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Last inspection could not be provided.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. In kitchen, red counters, cabinets and sides are cracked/peeling.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment.
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.