CHOW DOWN ALLEY
14775 ST AUGUSTINE RD #3, Jacksonville FL 32258 · 8807900
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
OCT 24
AUG 25
JAN 26
APR 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect in kitchen during inspection.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect in kitchen during inspection.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towels lining bacon pan. Person in charge removed.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple sink testing at 0ppm, person in charge remade to 200ppm.
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Some employee training certificates are copies.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease accumulation observed on hood filters, person in charge states due to be cleaned in September.
Tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed tape on exterior of reach in freezers, visibly soiled, holding debris.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed roast beef thawing at room temperature. Person in charge moved to reach in cooler.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer bucket at 10ppm. Person in charge remade to 50ppm.
Jun 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 28, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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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. No clean up form. Emailed copy
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Food Manager credentials expired.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Certified Food Manager credentials expired.
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. Emailed copy.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Soiled ceiling vents in kitchen ( black-like/ mold-like substance) Dusty ceiling tiles.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In use apron by single service Togo boxes. 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.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee prepping food without hairnet. Put on during inspection.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease and food residue Deb buildup under cook line equipment, prep, and storage equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled base tray of oven.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : dry. Rack.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of kitchen reach in cooler / make table.
Jan 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at rear Hand Wash Sink.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty ceiling in kitchen.
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.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of kitchen cooler.
Aug 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato, 47°. 49°. Potato salad 49°. Items placed about 1 hr ago. Moved by manager to functional cooler. Cooler settings adjusted.
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. End cooler not holding temperature to 41° or below. Setting Adjusted by manger.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink container by food prep. Moved by manager.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with no hair restraints.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of reach in cooler. Kitchen and frontline cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at kitchen Hand Wash Sink faucet. Per Person In Charge, Work in progress. to replaced faucet.
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in kitchen. Prep line cooler.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at rear kitchen faucet handle
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Minor rusty cooler shelves. Kitchen
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of cooler.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled water spray bottle. Marked by manger.
Feb 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured co2 tanks. Empty.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of oven.
Aug 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Minor Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Minor rust build up on cooler shelves.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of kitchen cooler.
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.