CANTINA LOUIE
1040 HOSPITALITY LN, Jacksonville FL 32225 · 904.361.3043
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 11 visits since January 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on wall next to oven on cook line, killed
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked beef 126 in oven cooked at 1pm, placed to reheat
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Upper area of ice machine with black mold like substances inside
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to filled pitcher with water In wait station used to store hose
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing Quat test strips,
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsinks at bar no paper towels
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at back handsink in prep area, manager provided soap
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue substances in clear spray bottles no labels. Manager states it's table cleaner
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. In back prep area knife stored between prep table and wall, knife removed
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal open cupped drinks stored on prep areas, employees discarded
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor of walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on drawer coolers soiled
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler on line filled with water a bottom of cooler
Stored food not covered. Refried beans stored in walk in cooler from previous day uncovered. Employee covered
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelving in walk in cooler rusted
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cheese in Togo shopping bags in walk in cooler, manger placed in clear food grade bags
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in walk in cooler 2 gallons opened not used today
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Around soda nozzles at drink stations in wait area Soda guns at bar area soiled with mold like residue
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Plastic pitcher stored in handsink next to stove in kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. No correct label on salsa made in house
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottles in dish area, employee labeled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened personal water bottle over tortillas chips in back dry storage area, discarded
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Clear plastic cont that holds guacamole cracked and missing plastic
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk In Freezer build up of ice under unit and Ice covering fan covers
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler covered with dust
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Enchiladas sauce in walk in cooler dated 11-23. States just made sticker wasn't removed
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door cooler next to ovens with standing water at bottom of cooler
Aug 13, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear spray bottles with yellow substances inside, employees labeled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust -gaskets on reach in coolers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in flip top cooler on cook line with water standing inside
Aug 6, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shelled eggs stored over raw beef Raw chicken breast stored over raw beef in walk in cooler
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with black debris
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Per approved plans a handsink was in prep area near walk in cooler. Water supply still in wall sink must be replaced
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear spray bottles with yellow substances inside, employees labeled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal drinks stored over all prep areas, line coolers and cook line. Removed
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Both cooks with dark colored drinks in blue plastic cups on line coolers
Employee eating while preparing food. 2 cooks with half eaten plates on line while cooking
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine no barrier between to keep scooper clean
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Lime squeezer in water 78f at bar, water discarded
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust -gaskets on reach in coolers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in flip top cooler on cook line with water standing inside
Aug 5, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw shelled eggs stored over raw beef Raw chicken breast stored over raw beef in walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach crawling on wall next to oven on cook line, killed
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with black debris
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Per approved plans a handsink was in prep area near walk in cooler. Water supply still in wall sink must be replaced
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.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clear spray bottles with yellow substances inside, employees labeled
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple personal drinks stored over all prep areas, line coolers and cook line. Removed
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Both cooks with dark colored drinks in blue plastic cups on line coolers
Employee eating while preparing food. 2 cooks with half eaten plates on line while cooking
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored over chicken meat grinder in prep area
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine no barrier between to keep scooper clean
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Lime squeezer in water 78f at bar, water discarded
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust -gaskets on reach in coolers
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in flip top cooler on cook line with water standing inside
Mar 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice in oven 90f.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink on line
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Rice 50f beef 48f cooked 2-20 stored overnight not cooled to 41 with in 6 hours
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over salsas in walk in cooler Raw breaded shrimp and raw street corn shrimp over red sauces and Queso. In walk in cooler. Manager moved to store correctly
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Rice 50f beef 48f cooked 2-20 stored overnight not cooled to 41 with in 6 hours
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda guns as bar area soiled with slime like substance
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink on line used to rinse spoon
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test strips for dish machine
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. Beatris expired 2-1-25
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone, keys and earphones stored on prep table. Items moved
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Bagged trash around dumpster
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stiffed between tables at bar to cut lemons, moved to sink
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong stored on oven door, moved
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handsink in cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust
Open dumpster lid.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Both flip top coolers on line across from grill
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet leaking at handsink on Cook line. Manager states will be fixed today
Sep 9, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppms. Primed and refilled 200 ppm
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Rice on steamer in Togo bag, rice removed from thank you to go bag
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bib next to cook line handsink near ovens
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to fill pitchers with water Used to store measuring cup
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. Training missing from 2 employees in kitchen
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Missing from 2 employees in kitchen
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In flour used as a scooper, manager discarded cups
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on fan covers in walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on prep area across from walk in cooler, employee dumped and moved
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In 3 door reach in cooler across from pick up line, personal foods and drinks stored. Manager moved
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys and cell phone stored on shelf over prep area, manager moved
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom part of walk in freezer door falling apart, Manager states has a repair man coming today
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers of Togo sauces on floor of walk in cooler, manager moved
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle, removed from oven door
Open dumpster lid.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour in clear containers in kitchen,
May 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 7, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dish Machine chlorine 0 ppm.
Dishmachine quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Three compartment sink Quaternary ammonium 0 ppm. Person In Charge reset Three compartment sink Quaternary ammonium 300 ppm.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Food service employee handled cooked relano with bare hand contact. Manager intervened.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked rice from yesterday at 130 °. In oven.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice from yesterday at 130 °. In oven. Stop sale issued
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, sanitizer, windex. Next to cleaned cups at bar. Moved by manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at end of cookline blocked with multiple equipment in front of sink. Manager intervened.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple Hand wash sink th hose attached to rinse floors. Manager intervened.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink container on prep table.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado not adequately washed before prep. Old labels still on. tomato prepped before washing. Manager intervened.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Jan 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked rice stored in non food grade bag in steam table on cook line. Discussed with operator.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. 3 Vacuum breakers missing from 4 way splitter on non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager, Christian Rodolfo-Rosales, Mendes' certification expired as of 9/5/2023.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cut Two cutting boards on reach in coolers across from stove and grill soiled/ stained.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink adjacent to triple sink used for storing pan. Also, faucet had a hose attached to fill water from hand wash sink. Person in charge removed both items from hand wash sink.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle provided in guest women's bathroom.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing beneath dishwasher. Person in charge placed cover over drain.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse atop beverage coolers in bar area. Person in charge had employee remove purse.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets tearing away from door at walk in cooler adjacent to storage rack.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Large gap at threshold of rear exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors beneath double ovens adjacent to cooking station had heavy debris. Person in charge had employee clean floors.
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface Interior of ice machine above rear rear wall adjacent to storage rack and prep table is rusted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Left side of vent hood over cooking station adjacent to prep line is heavily soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table adjacent to storage rack. Person in charge removed cloth.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed four bins of unlabeled white powdery substances near hand wash sink adjacent to storage rack. Person in charge labeled bins.
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