COCKTAIL'S LOUNGE & BAR
1553 LANE AVE S, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 904.551.5120
Last inspected Feb 6, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live flying insect at far right hand wash sink in the bar.
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Feb 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed person in charge unable to provide proof of certified food managers employed at location.
Nov 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance build up in interior of soda gun holsters behind bar.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed person in charge unable to provide proof of certified food managers employed at location.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored by dish machine.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles for customer consumption stored on floor in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed sides of reach in cooler soiled with mold like substance.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. Observed no trash receptacles in kitchen.
Jul 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer in spray bottle not at proper minimum strength. Observed spray bottle with chlorine solution testing at 200+ppm on cook line. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired June 01, 2025.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat washed green peppers in reach in cooler across from dish area drying rack. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
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. Observed 2 boxes of uncooked chicken egg rolls stored over raw beef items. Both boxes indicate minimum cook temperatures of 165F and 1 box indicates "Not Ready to Eat." Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed opened container of milk with no date marking employee stated was opened 4 days prior. Employee date marked milk.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed excess mold like substance build up in soda gun holster at middle soda gun behind bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at far end of bar area.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on flip top cooler on cook line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on cutting board on flip top cooler. Employee removed beverage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep table on cook line. Employee removed cell phone.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up around receptacle at side exit of establishment into parking lot.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign at closest hand wash sink to bar entrance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cook line.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed both exit doors through kitchen with no self-closing devices rendering both doors unable to self-close.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn tin foil lining shelf cover on bottom of middle prep table on cook line.
Mar 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed three compartment sink with quatanery ammonium solution testing at 400+ppm. Person in charge emptied sink and replaced with quatanery ammonium solution testing at 200ppm. Triple Sink (Quaternary 400+ppm); Triple Sink retest (Quaternary 200ppm)
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed mechanically tenderized beef items stored over raw bacon in standing reach in cooler across from drying rack near three compartment sink. Beef items labeled as mechanically tenderized on box. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of bleach stored on prep table with clean dishes and utensils. Person in charge removed container of bleach.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed interior of all three soda gun holsters behind bar with mold like substance build up.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed no proof of any certified food manager for establishment. Person in charge stated class has been scheduled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Person in charge provided paper towels.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no lid on only waste receptacle in employee restroom next to office.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on flip top cooler across from grill station.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors behind and under fryers with grease build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; good filters with grease build up. Soiled gaskets on reach in cooler doors across from grill station. Surface under grills where utensils are stored has grease build up.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean, clear, plastic containers on drying rack next to dish machine.
Open dumpster lid. Observed lid open on dumpster at rear of establishment.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large unlabeled container with white powdery substance person in charge stated was flour. Person in charge labeled accordingly.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher at kitchen entrance with gauge in red. Pin for activation has been removed.
Jul 10, 2024Call 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 a minimum of six flying insects in kitchen area and bar area. Observed a number of dead flying insects by storage rack
Jul 8, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a minimum of six flying insects in kitchen area and bar area. Observed a number of dead flying insects by storage rack
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expiration of June 1st 2024.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose well below the flood level on three compartment sink.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Observed no posted instructions or information. Person in charge unfamiliar with procedure.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certification. Administrative complaint requested on previous inspection.
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. Observed some training for current employees. Person in charge indicated one employee here since march with no proof of training.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime build up on interior of dish machine in kitchen.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles in at least two designated women's restrooms.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on cook line and green cutting board in storage soiled and well worn.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage in kitchen above microwave.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple food storage containers with broken corners or edges in storage next to prep station. Reach in cooler on cook line missing inside door protector.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of dust and debris on walls in kitchen around grill area and prep table.
Jul 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 23 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate14 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed chocolate milk in reach in cooler on front line in cooler with mold like substance.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a minimum of six flying insects in kitchen area and bar area. Observed a number of dead flying insects by storage rack
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expiration of June 1st 2024.
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Observed spray hose well below the flood level on three compartment sink.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Observed no posted instructions or information. Person in charge unfamiliar with procedure.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Observed no toilet paper in Joint inspection with restroom near designated women's restroom.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Observed no food manager certification. Administrative complaint requested on previous inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen by three compartment sink.
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. Observed some training for current employees. Person in charge indicated one employee here since march with no proof of training.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. Observed lime build up on interior of dish machine in kitchen.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed single serve soufflé cups with no handles used as scoops.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean utensils stored in soiled storage containers in kitchen next to prep area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacles in at least two designated women's restrooms.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed white cutting board on cook line and green cutting board in storage soiled and well worn.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage in kitchen above microwave.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed umbrella over soda boxes by back door inside kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed multiple food storage containers with broken corners or edges in storage next to prep station. Reach in cooler on cook line missing inside door protector.
Food stored on floor. Observed food stored on floor in kitchen (soda boxes).
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed water build up in ice scoop bucket for storage at ice machine outside.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed debris on bottom, top, and door inside microwave on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters. Microwave in kitchen with debris and build up on bottom and top of inside. Reach in cooler on cook line in kitchen with soiled gasket.
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Observed unwrapped straws in self-serve with stirrers on bar top.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed accumulation of dust and debris on walls in kitchen around grill area and prep table.
Jul 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager for establishment.
May 9, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager for establishment.
May 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate10 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine tested at 0ppm chlorine. Employee made machine adjustments and retesting remained at 0ppm chlorine.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live flying insect at far right hand wash sink in the bar.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Butter held on shelf on cook line at 69F. Cook states has been on shelf overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale. Butter held on shelf on cook line at 69F. Cook states has been on shelf overnight.
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 written procedures available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-104 to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Two cutting boards on cook line have black staining. Can opener has debris. Far left soda gun interior has slimy substance.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager for establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test kits available. Establishment uses quaternary ammonium for wiping cloths and three compartment sinks and chlorine for dish machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at far left hand wash in bar. Operator replaced towels.
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, missing 5 employee food handler 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. No proof available. Provided and discussed DBPR Form HR 5030-103.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid on rack in kitchen. Operator could not identify and discarded liquid.
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine. Accumulation of grey substance in dishmachine.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean lids stored in container with debris on rack next to dish machine.
Equipment and utensils not rinsed between washing and sanitizing. At bar three compartment sink, sanitizer portion is not usable because it is leaking. Wash water and sanitizer is set up. Operator states due to be replaced Monday.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door to outside in kitchen by dish machine has light shining through the bottom at the threshold.
Floor/wall soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers has grease accumulation. Floor and wall at dishmachine is soiled. Vent after kitchen entrance is dusty. Wall along bar behind equipment is soiled.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up observed in bottom of reach in freezer on cook line. Right interior door of flip top reach in cooler in kitchen has door panel missing with full door showing insulation.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior top of microwave is soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign in employee restroom. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-111 and operator posted in restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up. Sides of fryers have grease build up. Shelf under grills has debris accumulation.
Open dumpster lid. Left dumpster lid is open.
Nov 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 12, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2023
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At storage area, in reach-in freezers, open box of raw chicken egg rolls stored above open box of philly steak and bag of raw chicken stored above open case of fish.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Establishment has one Certified Food Manager certificate, expired 4/13/2023
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At cook line, two mats in handwash sink. Employee removed. At bar, one handwash sink has spray bottle in sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. On chemical storage shelves, chemical spray bottle not labeled.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At cook line, cell phone and glasses on shelf above prep table.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers have grease build up.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At bar, ice scoop in one ice bin has handle touching ice.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Reach-in cooler at cook line missing interior panel on door. Also, one reach-in freezer missing interior door panel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have grease build up. At cook line, cabinet under fryers have grease build up. At cook line, reach-in cooler and reach-in freezer gaskets soiled.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Both side doors from kitchen missing door closers. At bar exit door, gap at bottom of door, light visible under door.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. On top shelf at cook line, single service fry trays not inverted.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At cook line, on lower shelf of prep table, flour containers not labeled.
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.