CLARKE BROS SUBS
2545 RIVERSIDE AVE, Jacksonville FL 32204 · 904-374-1618
Last inspected Jan 8, 2026 · 16 visits since July 2023
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JAN 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 32 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Roaches approximately 10 roaches inside of bread bag. 5 live roaches on wall behind reach in cooler 2 on floor under cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025086021 | Sep 9, 2025 | Feb 26, 2026 | $600 |
| 5--2024019710 | Feb 1, 2024 | Oct 11, 2024 | $800 |
| 5--2024015104 | Jan 8, 2024 | Sep 4, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Jan 8, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Three flying insects in back storage room.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2025
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw frozen cod fish is stored over loaves of bread.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on flip top cooler.
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in storage area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. No beard guard on employee preparing food items.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under equipment.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil and bell peppers stored on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled with food debris. Exterior of cooking equipment is soiled with grease.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of small reach in cooler is soiled with food debris.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with grease near fryers.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from AC unit in storage room.
Nov 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Two flying insects in back storage closet.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2025
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on prep line.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No manager certification provided per manager he left all certifications at home.
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 employee certification provided per manager he left them at home.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Black soufflé cup used to scoop slaw.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in storage area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet clean dishes stacked on shelf across from triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Two boxed fountain drinks stored on floor near triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on flip top cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old date labels stuck on clean dishes stored on shelf across from triple sink.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler soiled with Food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service food containers stored on floor in back of establishment.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks stored not inverted in customer self service area.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with food debris in kitchen area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from AC vent in storage room.
Jul 14, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. No date marking on prepped cheese and deli meat containers
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables
May 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. No date marking on prepped cheese and deli meat containers
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cheese, manager properly stored food items
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in storage area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored on shelf above flat top grill, employee moved beverage
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table near hand wash sink
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up under fryers
Food stored on floor. Container of Oil stored on floor
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters are dusty above cooking equipment
Stored food not covered. Macaroni and cheese and raw beef stored uncovered in reach in cooler and freezer
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with food debris by cooking equipment and prep table
Oct 31, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw Shell eggs stored over garlic in reach in cooler
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small cup used to scoop slaw
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles in storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored on prep table, employee discarded beverage
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet clean Food storage pans stacked on shelf across from triple sink
Food stored on floor. Cans of Evaporated milk stored on floor
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of reach in freezer
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored in floor in back of establishment
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided In prep area
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in storage area
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet clean dishes stacked on shelf across from triple sink
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris on floor in Storage rooms
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign missing at hand sink near fryers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of cooler
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizing solution stored on floor near entrance to prep area
Mar 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in Storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table near triple door cooler, employee discarded beverage
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. No beard guard on employee with facial hair preparing food items
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet clean dishes stacked on shelf across from triple sink
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign Missing at hand sink by fryers
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels stuck on a couple clean dishes stack on shelf across from triple sink
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of reach in Freezer
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Some forks in customer service area in dining room, employee inverted forks
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Wiping cloth solution stored on floor near register
Mar 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 2, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 1, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches on walls above and to the left of triple sink located left side of kitchen entrance. Manager killed 2 of 4 roaches.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. ranch dressing, aioli (48-50F - Cold Holding), located above chill line in flip top cooler. 5 SS cups of ranch and 3 SS cups of aioli a¿¿ also 6 sliced tomatoes, 5 sliced cheese (46-50F - Cold Holding); food items placed in another cooler by manager.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed 1 spray can of butane fuel stored on top of refrigerator on right side of kitchen entrance. Operator removed can.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed left-side hand wash sink behind service counter with trash can in front of sinka¿¿blocking access. Operator removed can.
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. Establishment is currently on an open warning for employee training. Callback inspection due in March
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine located left side behind service counter has mold like substance on the back wall.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 3 dead roaches beneath table stand located on the far left behind cashier station.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 2 employees with long beards without beard guards.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed 3 employees preparing food without hair restraint.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting on two large plastic buckets on drying rack next to triple sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets on flip top cooler located behind service counter are torn.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled behind cook station at service counter and triple sink and storage racks.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked plastic containers on drying rack next to triple sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on flip top cooler located behind service counter are soiled. Double oven beneath grill station located behind service counter is soiled on bottom. Vent hood over cook station located behind service counter is soiled.
Jan 10, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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 employee training provided
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above reach in cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles near back door
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of triple door cooler
Jan 9, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Roaches approximately 10 roaches inside of bread bag. 5 live roaches on wall behind reach in cooler 2 on floor under cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pastrami (55F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (58F - Cold Holding) food items stored in small cooler near register per employee food items were in cooler since opening 11am grilled onions (57F - Cold Holding) cooked at 2:30 pm employee moved onions to another cooler
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 employee training provided
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above reach in cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles near back door
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of triple door cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open cases of cups stored on floor
Jan 8, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Roaches approximately 10 roaches inside of bread bag. 5 live roaches on wall behind reach in cooler 2 on floor under cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. pastrami (55F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (58F - Cold Holding) food items stored in small cooler near register per employee food items were in cooler since opening 11am
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. pastrami (55F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (58F - Cold Holding) food items stored in small cooler near register per employee food items were in cooler since opening 11am grilled onions (57F - Cold Holding) cooked at 2:30 pm employee moved onions to another cooler
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 employee training provided
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above reach in cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles near back door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris under equipment
Food stored on floor. Case of mayo stored on floor in dry storage area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of triple door cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open cases of cups stored on floor
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Wiping cloth solution stored on floor, employee properly stored solution
Jul 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. One broken shell egg on carton of eggs
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of Strawberries stored in hand wash sink in prep area, manager removed strawberries
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with pink solution
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in dry storage area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tile near register and Coca Cola drink refrigerator
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. No hair restraint or beard guard on employee preparing food items
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Black debris and grease under fryers
Food stored on floor. Two bags of sugar on floor non dry storage area
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handle of scoop touching Brown sugar
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water 108-111F employee reheating water
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris on interior of Microwave
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cooking equipment Rolling cart next to fryer Gaskets on flip top coolers
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on interior of Flip top cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dust on wall near fryers and hand wash sink
Wiping cloth used for food spills also used for other purposes. Wet wiping cloths used Line the bottom of single flip top 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.