CHELSEA'S BAR & GRILLE
9300 BAYMEADOWS RD, Jacksonville FL 32256 · (904) 731-3555
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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OCT 25
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in bar area dump sink area.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. No sneeze guard on open oatmeal and grits containers at buffet line.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Liquid eggs in kitchen cooler. 53°. 53°. 54°. Stop sale issued. Unable to determine duration. Individual butters, Individual créme cheeses held on Time Temperature Controlled for Safety not discarded at end of 4 hr hold. Stop sale issued.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Liquid eggs in kitchen cooler. 53°. 53°. 54°. Stop sale issued. Unable to determine duration.
Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control not discarded at the end of the 4-hour/6-hour period. See stop sale. Individual butters, Individual créme cheeses held on Time Temperature Controlled for Safety not discarded at end of 4 hr hold. Stop sale issued.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at family restroom.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing door mechanism on family restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket over single service in dry goods. Moved by manager.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in freezer door not adequately closing. Very tight.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on top side of reach in freezer. Kitchen. Ice buildup in door frame of walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of oven.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Buffet line wrapped apples not washed before wrapping. Labels still on apples.
Apr 22, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in front bar area. Observed two flying insects in dish pit area. Observed two flying insects around soda dispenser in buffet area.
Apr 21, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Two cans of mushrooms with dent along seam in can rack.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee handle dirty dishware, then clean dishware at dishmachine with no hand wash. Person in charge spoke to employee during inspection.
Heat strip failed to turn black to indicate the sanitization temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was achieved on the dish surface and/or high temperature holding thermometer did not reach 160F. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishmachine testing at 118F. Person in charge realize booster was turned off. Person in charge turned on and retested at 162F.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in front bar area. Observed two flying insects in dish pit area. Observed two flying insects around soda dispenser in buffet area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pooled egg stored over mayo and orange in reach in cooler. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In produce walk in cooler risotto, soup, pork 44-46F. Ambient temperature of unit 39F. Observed door open for extended period of time. Person in charge closed. Retemp 42, 43, 45F by end of inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in hand wash sink at buffet area.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. On suites bites sections of menu missing disclosure for smoked salmon dip made with cold smoked salmon.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment has hot water sanitizing dishmachine, unable to provide way to test unit. Person in charge states are locked in office.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment holds breakfast buffet on time. Person in charge unable to provide during inspection. Inspector emailed blank form.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee working at establishment for 1 year per person in charge with no proof of training.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Drains in bar and in back server area with debris accumulation.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice accumulation around door to walk in freezer, reach in freezer in kitchen.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Missing name and address of establishment, package date from self service items stored in grab and go cooler at the market located near front desk.
Oct 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed approximately 4 flying insects in bar area dump sink area.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler raw bacon stored over cases of liquid egg. Person in charge began rearranging. Also, raw ground beef stored over intact beef in walk in cooler. Person in charge began rearranging.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles in bar and in self service soda dispenser in breakfast area with debris buildup.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed items stored in breakfast hand wash sink. Person in charge removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap at hand wash sink closest to dishmachine.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Establishment serves eggs undercooked for breakfast service, no consumer advisory posted. Person in charge posted during inspection.
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Missing minimum labeling on grab and go items in market.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris buildup on left side vent at dishmachine. Observed soda plates in self service soda dispenser with mold like substance in breakfast area.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels on several clean dishware items in kitchen.
Jun 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of red pepper drops dented and crimped around rim of can. See stop sale
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored next to condiments on shelf in bar area. Operator removed spray bottle of cleaner to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White deflector machine in back kitchen area soiled. Also, soda nozzles that are not yet connected to soda bag in box touching floor/ soiled. Also, underside of milk machine and area surrounding nozzles in buffet area soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in employee unisex restroom. Also, no paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replenished paper towels at both hand wash sinks.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Trays of silverware and plates on shelf across from warewashing area not protected/ inverted. Operator covered silverware and inverted plates
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of double oven on cook line has accumulation of debris.
Jan 6, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 15 live flying insects in and around bar area drains.
Jan 3, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored on shelf above prep area. Person in charge removed.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 15 live flying insects in and around bar area drains.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Crab dated 12.26, cous cous 12.24.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Person in charge unable to way to test high temp dishmachine.
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. Person in charge unable to provide proof of training for any employee working longer than 60 days.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Drains with debris buildup in bar and in server line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven with grease buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in stand up reach in cooler in breakfast area with dust buildup. Soda plates at server area with mold like substance. Plate under milk dispenser with debris buildup in breakfast area. Interior of cabinet under soda dispenser with debris buildup in breakfast area.
No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler certificate expired 11.16.24. Was reinspected 12.2024 per person in charge has yet to issue new certificate.
Feb 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in freezer raw chicken no longer commercially packaged stored over no longer commercially packaged bacon wrapped shrimp.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Fresh garlic in oil at 70F longer than 4 hours per person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Fresh garlic in oil at 70F longer than 4 hours per person in charge.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment utilizes high temperature dishmachine, unable to provide method of testing.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing papertowels at hand wash sinks in kitchen except for on cookline. Also, missing soap and paper towels at server area.
Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink.
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Can of tomatoes dented and crimped at rim of can.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 6-1-23. Operator renewed license during this inspection and is now current.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. fresh mozzarella cheese (54F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar cheese (56F - Cold Holding); house made Caesar dressing (55F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from oven and food warmer on cook line. Operator unsure when cooler stopped working. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fresh mozzarella cheese (54F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar cheese (56F - Cold Holding); house made Caesar dressing (55F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from oven and food warmer on cook line. Operator unsure when cooler stopped working. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute on self dispensing soda machine in buffet area soiled. Also, Blade on can opener at prep table soiled. Also, blade on slicer and surrounding guard plate of slicer soiled. Also, underside of milk machine in buffet area soiled. Also, soda gun in bar area soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replenished paper towels.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples in buffet area not wrapped.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in cooler across from oven and food warmer on cook line unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temperature 58F. Observed ice build up on back fan area.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk-in-cooler in disrepair
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk-in-cooler soiled
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