CHEERS III
1138 PARK AVE, Orange Park FL 32073 · 904.269.4855
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. In the walk in cooler, metal container of chili with mold like substance build up along top of product. Employee discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Chlorine dish machine at bar counter at 0ppm, employee switched out empty sanitizer bucket and primed to 100ppm.
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. In the walk in cooler, metal container of chili with mold like substance build up along top of product. Employee discarded.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. On shelf next to hand wash sink, pesticide emitting strip present. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In the flip top reach in cooler, cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding). All stored in reach in cooler since 11am.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In the flip top reach in cooler, cheese (52F - Cold Holding); cut tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); blue cheese (51F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding). All stored in reach in cooler since 11am.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on flip top reach in cooler at pass through window soiled, build up of food residue staining.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Portable cutting board for bartender fruit has deep cut grooves.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on prep table of oven.
Floor, walls and ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under three compartment sink, debris and water build up. Wall at end of cook line with food debris build up.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on seal of reach in chest freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Bulk flour container with scoop handle in contact with the product.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Cook line hood filters with dust build up. Shelf of water heater and plumbing under three compartment sink have debris build up. Gasket of cook line drawer reach in cooler have food debris build up. Fan guard of walk in cooler compressor has dust/debris build up.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Large amount of standing water at base of flip top reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In middle bay of three compartment sink, shrimp thawing at ambient air temperature.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer solution for kitchen area at 0ppm. Operator discarded.
Jan 28, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open raw shrimp stored above fries in reach-in freezer in kitchen. Employee rearranged products to proper storage. Also, raw chicken stored over raw beef on speed rack in walk-in cooler. Operator rearranged products to proper storage.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Two carbon dioxide tanks at bag in box sodas are unsecured.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under three compartment sink and fryers are soiled. Fan guards in walk-in cooler have dust.
Food stored on floor. Oil stored on the floor in dry storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on handle by flat grill. Cook moved tongs to proper storage.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-105.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of flip top reach in cooler in kitchen is soiled. Also, shelf liners in walk-in cooler are soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Portioned potato tots, fries and pretzels stored in original box.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water observed in bottom of flip top reach in cooler in kitchen.
Aug 14, 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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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of marinara sauce on dry storage shelf with large denting and sharp edges at middle of can. Operator voluntarily discarded can.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Open case of swai stored over mashed potatoes in kitchen reach in freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl in kitchen handwash sink. Operator removed bowl.
Floor/wall/ceiling/ceiling vent soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall under and around water heater is soiled. Floor under three compartment sink is soiled. Fan guards in walk in cooler have debris.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on bottom shelf is soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving area below grills is soiled. Shelf liners used in walk in cooler are soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water observed in bottom of flip top reach in cooler in kitchen.
Feb 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach in freezer in kitchen, raw beef stored on top of open case of potato tots.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink in bar used as dump sink with strainer and metal scrub pad in sink with ice present. Employee removed all items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at bar handwash sink. Employee replenished paper towels.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof of reporting responsibilities for Justine D, hired approximately two weeks ago. Provided DBPR 5030-103 and operator had employee sign agreement during inspection.
Floor/wall/ceiling/vents soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walls at triple sink, at handwash sink in kitchen and around mop sink are soiled. Floors in walk in cooler and throughout kitchen soiled with heavy debris under all equipment. Shelf below flat grill with food debris. Fan guards in walk in cooler are soiled.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Loose garbage/debris around dumpster in enclosure.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave in kitchen is soiled.
Reach-in cooler/walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Flip top reach in cooler in kitchen interior is soiled. Walk in cooler shelving has food debris build up.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving has heavy rust.
Aug 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Opened beef stored on top of corn on the cob in reach in freezer in kitchen. Cook rearranged all to proper storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker absent from left side of hose with attached splitter to right of back exit.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Training certificate for Stephanie C is a photocopy.
Floors/walls soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors and wall at hot water tank, floor under three compartment sink and under equipment in bar area are soiled. Fan guards in walk in cooler have debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at bar hand wash sink. Provided DBPR HR Form 5030-111. Operator posted sign at sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf under grill area has accumulated of debris/grease. Gaskets on walk in cooler door fronts have heavy soiling.
Open dumpster lid. Both lids on dumpster are open.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water observed in flip top reach in cooler in kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving has heavy rust.
Jan 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Training for Kelsey C. expired 11-27-2023.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/walls/floors soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Floor to right of reach in freezer in kitchen and to left of flat grill and along the back wall behind flat grill is soiled. Wall at three compartment sink is soiled.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil and bag in box sodas on floor by ice machine. Also, breading station on prep table is directly against hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed splash from hands going onto table and cutting board when hands are washed. Operator placed sheet pan between the area until a permanent solution can be done.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Counter under the stove burners is soiled. Wire shelf above kitchen door holding clean pots has accumulated of dust. Employee began cleaning shelf during inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of carry out boxes stored on the floor in dry storage.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving has rust.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher behind kitchen door is in the red zone.
Jul 25, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale. Open container of half and half cream stored in walk in cooler not labeled with date opened. Employees could not determine when it was opened.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside back door, hose bibb with connected hose and splitter connected with no vacuum breaker present.
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. Per operator, two employees need training completed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/floors/walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Floor under/behind cooking equipment in kitchen soiled.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles available in women's restroom.
Food stored on floor. Multiple cases stacked on the floor in front of dry storage shelving. Tortillas on bottom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket and edge of doors on sliding doors to walk in cooler are soiled. Hoses and connector directly above ice bin at front of bar has accumulation of debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of single-service to go items stored on the floor near dry storage shelving.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Walk in cooler shelving showing heavy rust.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher by kitchen door in red zone.
Jul 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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