CASA MARIA AUTHENTIC MEXICAN RESTAURANT
2429 S 3 ST, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.651.2603
Last inspected Mar 2, 2026 · 13 visits since December 2023
MAY 24
SEP 24
MAR 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 21 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 2 live Roaches 1 live roach in mop sink. 1 live roach near walk in freezer. Employee killed and removed from premises..
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Disciplinary actions
5 cases · $2,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023008502 | Dec 5, 2022 | Mar 8, 2023 | $600 |
| 5--2019039905 | Jul 29, 2019 | Oct 4, 2019 | $400 |
| 5--2018059028 | Oct 16, 2018 | Dec 12, 2018 | $200 |
| 5--2016027848 | Jun 9, 2016 | Aug 5, 2016 | $600 |
| 5--2016034777 | Jul 12, 2016 | Aug 5, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Mar 2, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 7 flying insects. 6 flying insects in bar area. 1 flying insect in ware washing area. 1 flying insect in dining area.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor drains in bar area with standing water.
Feb 24, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical dish machine at 0ppm. Observed that chemical jug was empty. Employee changed bucket out and ran and primed machine took second test at 100ppm.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 7 flying insects. 6 flying insects in bar area. 1 flying insect in ware washing area. 1 flying insect in dining area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish in reach in cooler over ready to eat peppers. Employee removed and stored properly.
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.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach in mop sink. Employee removed and discarded.
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.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee chewing gum while engaging in food preparation. Employee discarded gum.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawer gaskets torn under grill.
Food stored on floor. Observed large buckets of lettuce in walk in cooler stored on the floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer door gasket soiled with mold like substance or slime.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed floor drains in bar area with standing water.
Sep 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed Chlorine sanitizer at 3 Compartment sink at 250+. Employee made adjustments to sanitizer. Took second test of 3 compartment sink sanitizer at 100ppm.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee with gloved hands touching towel hanging on his clothing, also used towel to wipe in use knife. Spoke with manager regarding hand washing and the use of towels that are hanging on clothing. Employees removed towels and washed hands properly.
Live, small flying insects found
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used to line under cooked peppers located in walk in cooler. Manager removed paper towels.
Employee using bare hand contact with nonready-to-eat food (such as raw animal food or flour) unnecessarily without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils. Observed employee using bare hands to portion raw shrimp and proceeded to portion onions without washing hands. Intervened spoke with employee/ PIC regarding washing hands after touching raw shrimp then wanting to continue to portion and cook without proper hand washing. Employee washed hands and will use tongs.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed card board used to line food contact shelves in walk in cooler. Manager removed card board from shelves.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs stored on oven in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed employee cutting avocados touch blade of knife on trash can. Intervened and spoke with manager regarding cross contamination. Manager had employee wash knife properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed employee cutting unwashed avocados and removing stickers. Manager had employee wash avocados and remove stickers prior to cutting.
Mar 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects at the end of cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer cooler under grill Flank steak (48F - Cold Holding); Raw Chicken (48F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (49F - Cold Holding); Raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 39F. Employee stated they did have drawer opened during morning preparation. Employee will place ice on TCS items in drawer.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb near mop sink without back flow device.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwashing sink near ice machine blocked with tools. Employee removed tools and stored properly.
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.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Observed employee eating on cook line while in preparation. Manager spoke to employee regarding eating in designated area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on oven door located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled.
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 30, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 6 flying insects. 3 flying insects in warehouse washing area. 3 flying insects in bar area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 2 live Roaches 1 live roach in mop sink. 1 live roach near walk in freezer. Employee killed and removed from premises..
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in kitchen. Employee removed from premises.
Sep 24, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 6 flying insects. 3 flying insects in warehouse washing area. 3 flying insects in bar area.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 2 live Roaches 1 live roach in mop sink. 1 live roach near walk in freezer. Employee killed and removed from premises..
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer in kitchen near walk in cooler soiled.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches in kitchen. Employee removed from premises.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawer cooler under grill with torn gasket.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple buckets of sauces stored on floor of walk in cooler. Employee will store buckets properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed multiple items raw beef, frozen raw chicken and raw beef on prep table to thaw. Employee removed all food items and placed in walk in cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed containers containing flour, sugar without label on them. Employee placed label on containers.
May 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying insects near ware washing area.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed frozen beef stored in non food grade to go bags stored in walk in freezer. Employee stated he will place in zip lock bags.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified food manager available with 4 employees engaging in food preparation.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach at entrance of walk in freezer. Employee removed and discarded from premises.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored of table near ware washing. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawer door gasket torn on cook line under grill.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets on cook line soiled. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
May 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on cook line in drawer reach in under grill Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw cut chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Steak (49F-50F); Raw shrimp (50F-52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (50F-52F - Cold Holding). See Stop Sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 50F-51F. Employee stated all meats were kept in cooler from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in drawer reach in under grill Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw cut chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Steak (49F-50F); Raw shrimp (50F-52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (50F-52F - Cold Holding). See Stop Sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 50F-51F. Employee stated all meats were kept in cooler from previous day.
May 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 3 flying insects One flying insect at entrance of kitchen, two flying insects in bar area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed on cook line in drawer reach in under grill Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw cut chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Steak (49F-50F); Raw shrimp (50F-52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (50F-52F - Cold Holding). See Stop Sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 50F-51F. Employee stated all meats were kept in cooler from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in drawer reach in under grill Raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw cut chicken (50F - Cold Holding); Raw Steak (49F-50F); Raw shrimp (50F-52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (50F-52F - Cold Holding). See Stop Sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 50F-51F. Employee stated all meats were kept in cooler from previous day.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed more than 4 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food manager on duty.
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 required training expired for multiple employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of fabuloso cleaner without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans on drying shelf wet nesting not properly air dried.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn door gasket on drawer reach in cooler under grill area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on handle of stove on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing sign at employee hand sink at entrance of kitchen. Inspector provided hand washing sign for establishment.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed clean dishes with stickers still on after washing.
Jan 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 19, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
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. Observed Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Operator will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and use only manual sanitation until dish machine is sanitizing properly.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in bar area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda station soiled near nozzles of unit with mold-like substance.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed No currently certified food service manager on duty with four employees engaging in food preparation.
Person in charge unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Observed Person in charge unable to answer basic questions about allergens. Inspector will provide copy of the Eight Food Allergens.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple TCS foods made over the weekend not dated. Employee started to date mark foods in walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled located in bar area. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on food preparation tables throughout kitchen.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Food stored on floor. Observed large tub with raw beef stored on floor of walk-in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in freezer door gasket soiled.
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