CAVERN
9825 SAN JOSE BLVD 18, Jacksonville FL 32257 · 904.559.9942
Last inspected Jul 8, 2026 · 12 visits since June 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. One flying insect in bar area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 8, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed strawberry jelly and Datil mustard on menu from Kickin Ash Datil Products. Person in charge reached out to supplier who states is operating under cottage food. Also, tortillas from La Tortilla Bonita person in charge unable to provide proof from approved source during inspection.
Live, small flying insects found. Two flying insects observed in back kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw beef stored over sauce, drinks in walk in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed strawberry jelly and Datil mustard on menu from Kickin Ash Datil Products. Person in charge reached out to supplier who states is operating under cottage food. Also, tortillas from La Tortilla Bonita person in charge unable to provide proof from approved source during inspection.
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Hot dogs opened more than 24 hours ago per person in charge with no date mark.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizes chlorine to sanitize, unable to provide test strips.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Per plan review on file, hand wash sink is no longer on outside wall of restroom facing bar. Hand sink has been added to back kitchen area with no separation from mop sink. Also, at front bar area indicated as no food preparation without hand wash sink on plans. Observed instapot, mixer, pretzel oven, other tabletop applicances.
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. Two employees working at establishment for 60+ days with no proof of training, expired
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in back kitchen area, above secondary food preparation area in front of house where pretzels are made.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Establishment cooks raw beef burgers on flattop griddles in back kitchen. No hood system observed.
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. One flying insect in bar area.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. No date marking on open container of heavy whipping cream. No date marking on slaw stored in walk in cooler.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels in bar area. Manager replaced paper towels
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. No original certificate provided for Ciarra G.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Beer kegs stored in unisex restrooms.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing on lights in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler is soiled with a mold like substance, dusty fan covers in walk in cooler.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Two small flat top grills used to cook food items. No hood suppression system present.
May 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 6, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter placed at 12 noon at 62°. Moved by manager.
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 training available
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves undercooked hamburgers upon request. Gave sign.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured CO2 tank/s at walk in cooler.
Food stored in unapproved location. Beer kegs stored in restroom.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hand Wash Sign at rear Hand Wash Sink. Emailed sign.
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Establishment has expanded menu to include cooking of hamburgers/burgers. Also offers cooked to order.
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Construction dust and debris.
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
Jun 6, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Tray of raw eggs over bread in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
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.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bags in rear Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of any Certified Food Manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at rear Hand Wash Sink.
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 training.
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.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's restroom door open.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors. Kitchen
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hand Wash Sign rear sink.
Jan 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in back room near walk-in-cooler not smooth nonabsorbent, easily cleanable. Duct work and rafters are in view.
Oct 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment operating without a license since April. Unable to license today until ceiling is sealed and in compliance.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added reach in freezer and portable oven to back room near walk in cooler area where no ceiling present.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in back room near walk-in-cooler not smooth nonabsorbent, easily cleanable. Duct work and rafters are in view.
Aug 13, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment operating without a license since April. Unable to license today until ceiling is sealed and in compliance.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added reach in freezer and portable oven to back room near walk in cooler area where no ceiling present.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in back room near walk-in-cooler not smooth nonabsorbent, easily cleanable. Duct work and rafters are in view.
Jun 11, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ Establishment operating without a license since April. Unable to license today until ceiling is sealed and in compliance.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flying insects around beer tap area. Operator tried to kill flying insects during this inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar are? Operator replenished paper towels.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added reach in freezer and portable oven to back room near walk in cooler area where no ceiling present.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in back room near walk-in-cooler not smooth nonabsorbent, easily cleanable. Duct work and rafters are in view.
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.