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BUBBA GUMP SHRIMP CO RESTAURANT & MARKET

6 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.249.6160

Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 13 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats286
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2612558
Grade history
FEB 25
AUG 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
JUL 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in ware washing (High temperature dish machine)area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $1,000

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2025072645Aug 6, 2025Oct 29, 2025$600
5--2019051214Oct 4, 2019Nov 4, 2019$400

Inspection history

13 visits, newest first

Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 7 high priority.

7 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Observed in walk in cooler Cooked ribs (44F-45F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated ribs were cooked previous evening.
High priority/03D-02-5/Warning
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler House made Cajun sauce dated 7-17-2026, Milk dated 7-26-2026. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-28-5/Warning
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 3 flying insects. 1 flying insect in ware washing area. 2 flying insects in bar area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler raw calamari stored over ready to eat gumbo. Manager removed and stored properly.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler Cooked ribs (44F-45F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Employee stated ribs were cooked previous evening and placed in walk into to cool.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line Cut tomatoes (46F - Cold Holding); Cooked shrimp (62F - Cold Holding); Mahi (62F - Cold Holding); Pico (48F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (57F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 32F. Manager removed and placed in another cooler. Observed in reach cooler Raw shrimp (45F - Cold Holding).See stop sale Employee placed in cooler from previous day Observed in walk in cooler Cooked ribs (44F-45F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Observed in walk in cooler Cooked ribs (44F-45F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Employee stated ribs were cooked previous evening and placed in walk into to cool.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in stand alone hot holding cabinet Cooked grits (107F-111F - Hot Holding). Manager removed to reheat.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder in bar area soiled with mold like substance.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employee food training expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without a label. Manager placed label on sanitizer.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Basic/22-20-5
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tiles in disrepair on cook line.
Basic/36-32-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on the floor on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Feb 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed 2 threaded hose bibs in linen closet without back flow devices.
High priority/29-34-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed area around soda nozzles soiled with mold like substance.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer along door.
Basic/14-69-4
Oct 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

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

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 5 flying insects. 4 flying insects in bar area. 1 flying insect near ware washing area. Manager was able to kill 1 flying which made total 4.
High priority/35A-02-7/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored on table next to clean dishes. Manager removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed establishment with copies of food handler certificates.
Intermediate/53B-09-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Basic/22-20-5
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile at entrance of kitchen in disrepair.
Basic/36-17-5
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed knife stored under cutting board located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed In use wiping cloth under cutting board located on on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/21-04-4/Corrected On-Site
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 7, 2025Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed High temperature dish machine at 140F. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Aug 7, 2025 · Still the same at callback. Time Extended
Aug 6, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 6 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

6 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed House made ranch dressing dated 7-27-2025. See stop sale
High priority/01B-28-5/Warning
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed High temperature dish machine at 140F. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 35 flying insects. 24 flying insects in bar area next to 2 open ice bins used for drinks. 8 flying insects in kitchen. 3 flying insects in ware washing area near clean racks.
High priority/35A-02-7/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach in ware washing (High temperature dish machine)area.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in walk in cooler Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Mahi and Salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen. See stop sale
High priority/01B-13-4/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer stored on prep table located near fryers. Manager removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple missing ceiling tiles and ceiling tiles in disrepair due to water leak. Observed ceiling tiles soiled.
Basic/36-32-5
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. Observed in walk in cooler Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Mahi and Salmon bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen. See stop sale
Basic/06-09-1
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting on dry storage rack.
Basic/24-08-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in equipment storage standing water due to leak in ceiling.
Basic/36-22-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in kitchen area in disrepair and missing in seafood cooler..
Basic/36-17-5
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed stickers on clean food containers.
Basic/16-46-4/Repeat Violation
Feb 11, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed high temperature dish machine at 105F. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observed oyster tags missing last date of served.
Intermediate/01C-03-4
Spray bottle containing a substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing oil not labeled properly. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in use utensils stored in water on stove at 90F-100F. Manager removed utensils and will placed utensils in water that is 135F and higher.
Basic/10-07-4/Corrective Action Taken
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shields in kitchen cracked.
Basic/38-01-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on clean dry dishes. Manager will have employee remove.
Basic/16-46-4/Corrective Action Taken
Aug 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 4 flying insects. 3 flying insects in kitchen near mop sink area. 1 flying insect in in side bar area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in seafood and meat cooler Crab (49F - Cold Holding); Steak (51F - Cold Holding); Beef patties (51F - Cold Holding); Sausage (51F - Cold Holding); Raw Shrimp (48F - Cold Holding). Manager voluntarily threw discolored beef patties out. Cooler has an Ambient temperature of 52F. Manager stated worker has been in /out of cooler since 11am. Manager removed all meats, crab, oysters and placed in produce cooler, and placed ice on recently prepped shrimp.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on steam table Hush puppies at (120F - Hot Holding). Manager voluntarily discarded hush puppies.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of peroxide on prep table above clean dishes without label on it. Manager placed a label on spray bottle.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed AC drain line draining into hand washing sinks in kitchen.
Intermediate/31A-10-4
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda station soiled near the nozzles.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed high temperature dish machine without measuring device to test proper sanitation.
Intermediate/16-62-1/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed 2 ice machines soiled in the interior of both with mold like substance.
Basic/22-20-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign in outside bar hand sink. Inspector will provide copy of hand washing sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Mar 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed liquid butter sitting in fryer area at 120F. Manager removed and placed on grill.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored in bar area near pour bottles of liquor. Manager removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda station soiled near nozzles of unit. Observed soda gun holder soiled in main bar in from near kitchen. Manager had employee clean during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed Hot Water Dish Machine without a measuring device available for hot water sanitizing.
Intermediate/16-62-1
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in the dish machine area in disrepair and some missing.
Basic/36-17-5
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at employee hand sink located in outside bar. Inspector provided copy of handwashing sign.
Basic/31B-04-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cook line wet wiping cloth on flip top cooler not stored in sanitizing solution.
Basic/21-12-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor of cook line. Manager had employees remove and store bucket properly.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.observed spray bottle of oil on cook line without label. Manager had employee place label on spray bottle.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Nov 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

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

2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in mop sink area.
High priority/35A-02-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink with the back flow incorrectly placed before splitter. Manager removed the splitter from mop sink.
High priority/29-42-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Establishment advertised fresh juice, but juice was not prepared from original fruit. Observed menu stating these following cocktails contain fresh lime juice, Patron margaritas American Mule, Exotic Mule, Passion Margarita, Premium Margarita, and Better Belize.
Intermediate/52-09-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.observed paper towels not dispensing properly. Manager provided paper towels for hand sink. Observed no soap at hand sink near dry storage area. Manager provided soap for station.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed establishment without original Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for some employees trained.
Intermediate/53B-09-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold-like substance.
Basic/22-20-5
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed clean dishes on clean dry storage rack not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed dishes stored in soiled tubs on clean drying rack.
Basic/24-05-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-17-4/Corrected On-Site/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.