CARRABBA'S ITALIAN GRILL #6016
9 N 3 ST, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.249.5550
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
JAN 25
JAN 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under high temperature dish machine.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022009028 | Nov 18, 2021 | Aug 4, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
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 House made pomodoro sauce (44F-46F - Cooling). See stop sale. Sauce was made on Sunday.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 2 flying insects. 1 flying insect in prep area. 1 flying insect in dining area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler House made pomodoro sauce (44F-46F - Cooling). See stop sale. Sauce was made on Sunday.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed back flow device incorrectly installed on splitter added to mop sink, back flow placed on chemical side of splitter. Manager removed and correctly installed on the non chemical side of splitter.
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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.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile near ware washing in disrepair.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain covers missing at mop sink, and in bar area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed large pans in ware washing area wet nesting. Manager stored to dry properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed on cook line and in prep area floors behind equipment soiled with food debris.
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed fresh parsley stored in walk in cooler on non food grade paper towels. Manager removed and stored properly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw shell eggs stored over Raw steaks in walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder soiled with mold like substance in bar area. Manager had employee clean during inspection.
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.
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. Manager hand employee start to clean during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed on front counter cook line employee drinks on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing a watch. Employee removed watch.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers on dry rack located in ware washing area wet nesting. Manager will have employee remove and wash and dry properly.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed on front cook line standing water in broken tiles. Observed standing water near ware washing area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors in prep area behind equipment soiled with food debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles throughout kitchen in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer. Manager had employee start removing ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tong on handle of oven on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers still on containers on clean dry rack. Manager will have employee remove containers.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee removed and stored to dry properly.
Aug 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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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 heat added Prep grill baste dated 7-26-2025. See stop sale. Observed 3 cheese mushroom stuffing dated on 7-28-2025. See stop sale.
Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 22 flying insects. 18 flying insects in bar area. 3 flying insects in ware washing area. 1 flying insect on cook line.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach under high temperature dish machine.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb outside back door of kitchen without back flow device.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter. Manager found that someone disconnected the hose with back flow. Manager connected hose with back flow device on it.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed employee hand washing sink blocked with pan of noodles. Employee removed and stored properly.
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 training expired. Manager stated food training is only completed at orientation.
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.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents missing an
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with deep grooves on cook line and in prep ar
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed floor around ware washing area with standing water.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors soiled behind equipment throughout prep area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in prep area in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed door gasket soiled on reach in cooler located on cook line.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Observed objectionable odor in ware washing area.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open during inspection.
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect at mop sink.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked raw shell egg stored with raw shell eggs in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter added to mop sink without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder soiled in bar area.
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.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed interior of dish machine with accumulation of lime buildup.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup without handle used to portion grated cheese. Manager removed from container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles near ware washing area soiled.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with deep grooves on cook line and in prep area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jacket stored on dry food storage. Observed employee purse stored on table in bar area. Manager removed and had employees store properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gasket torn on cooler at the end of cook line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs stored on handle of oven on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on containers stored on clean dry rack.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw steak on speed rack to thaw. Manager removed and placed steak under running cold water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry. Manager hung mop to dry.
Jul 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Marinara sauce at 120F Hot holding in warmer. Manager removed to reheat to 165F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holder soiled in bar area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small cup without handle used in reach in cooler to dispense. Employee removed cup from container.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty in back room near warehouse washing area. Observed missing ceiling tile in back room. Manager stated they have a water leak.
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 salmon in reduced oxygen packaging not removed from packaging prior to thawing.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed half frozen salmon on shelf thawing at room temperature. Manager removed and placed under running cold water.
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed in bar area soda gun holder soiled. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in back room near ware washing area dusty.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table above prep area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen soups in standing water to thaw. Manager turned water on to thaw properly.
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.
Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Chemical spray bottle over straws at bar. Moved by manager.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Frontline.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Cleaned fryer basket on edge of Hand wash sink. Moved by manager for recleaning.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at mop sink. Replaced by manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag by restaurant Single Service. Moved by manager.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Condensation drip onto pans of food in walk in cooler. Person In Charge moved pans and other foods.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled base of drawer cooler. Frontline.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Aluminum to-go Single Service containers not inverted. Moved by manager.
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.