COUNTRY INN & SUITES
7035 COMMONWEALTH AVE, Jacksonville FL 32220 · 904.786.0388
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 6 visits since September 2023
SEP 23
MAY 25
APR 26
— STEADY
3 inspections within 9 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In second reach in cooler, ambient liquid egg (47F - Cold Holding); boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding). All items stored in cooler since day prior. Ambient air of cooler at 52F. See stop sale.
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In second reach in cooler, ambient liquid egg (47F - Cold Holding); boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding). All items stored in cooler since day prior. Ambient air of cooler at 52F. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At buffet line, boiled egg (57F - Cold Holding); yogurt (56F - Cold Holding). Products are in ice bowl taken out of cooler 3 hours prior. Inspector discussed time as a public health control with employee. Also, in second reach in cooler, ambient liquid egg (47F - Cold Holding); boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding). All items stored in cooler since day prior. Ambient air of cooler at 52F. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In and around nozzles on juice machine soiled with residue.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. On buffet line, apples presented in bowl unwrapped.
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. Second reach in cooler in kitchen area in disrepair. Digital ambient display showing 50F-61F. Ambient air taken of cooler temped 52F.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in ladies restroom used by employees.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Some unwrapped plastic knives at buffet line presented with handle facing down.
May 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler in kitchen area, shell less hard boiled eggs (46F - Cold Holding). Ambient air of reach in cooler 47F. Employee moved all Time/Temperature control for safety foods into other reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In cabinet under coffee maker in kitchen area, two containers of bleach stored on top of clean wiping clothes and next to food containers. Employee removed bleach from cabinet.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only employee Latonia W food handler training expired 4/5/2025. Manager stated she will be taking her test today to renew training.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. On buffet line, bowl of red apples not individually 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 in kitchen area closest to the triple sink not holding temperature. Ambient air of reach in cooler 47F, digital display temperature on unit reading 49F.
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 27, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk (48F - Cold Holding) sitting on top of ice bath on buffet line, per employee milk is placed back inside of reach in cooler at the end of breakfast, milk was placed out on buffet line several hours ago, employee agreed to place milk on time as a public health control.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips
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. The only other food handler besides the certified food manager can not find any proof of training
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee bathroom in laundry area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored with bags of cereal in cabinet in prep area.
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.