CRUZ MEXICAN GRILLE
13423 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 229-418-7792
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead roach inside container of stored shredded cheese (stop sale issued 10 live roaches inside stored bin containers of unwashed whole onions (stop sale issued)
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 15 total live roaches in following areas of food truck: 1 live on floor 1 live on wall 10 live inside stored bin containers of unwashed whole onions (stop sale issued) 1 live at hand wash sink 2 live at dry storage area on floor
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 dead roach inside container of stored shredded cheese (stop sale issued 10 live roaches inside stored bin containers of unwashed whole onions (stop sale issued)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. White cutting board at make table stained
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board at make table reach in cooler with excessive cut marks
Dead roaches on premises. Observed total of 5 dead roaches in following areas of food truck: 1 dead in hand wash sink 1 dead in three compartment sink 2 dead on floor under service window 1 dead inside container of stored shredded cheese (stop sale issued)
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease build up behind cooking equipment
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused broken reach in cooler in food trailer with no stored food or supplies inside
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on flip top reach-in cooler and portable cutting board next to grill soiled/ stained. Observed nozzles on juice machine soiled. Operator stated the machine no longer works and he plans to discard it.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink being used to store large bucket. Operator removed bucket from hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink. Operator had soap stored under triple sink and replenished soap.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf below food pick up window. Operator labeled spray bottle of window cleaner.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Observed no decal displayed on MFDV. Operator unable to locate decal.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license # affixed on exterior of MFDV.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on flip top reach-in cooler and on cooler across from entry door soiled. Also, observed side exterior of reach-in cooler next to grill has an accumulation of grease build up.
Jul 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken and raw beef that are marinating, stored in same pan in reach-in cooler next to stove. Discussed with operator. Operator placed raw meats in separate pans.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. mozzarella cheese (46F - Cold Holding)in reach-in cooler across from stove. Operator stated he had cheese,out briefly but truck is very warm. Operator removed mozzarella cheese and placed in nearby reach-in cooler to chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from stove heavily soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to store blender. Operator removed blender from hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink. Operator replenished soap.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in cabinet under triple sink. Operator cleaned it up and discarded.
Floors/ walls ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walls behind,grill and stove heavily soiled. Also, floor under grill has build up of grease.
Food being prepared on a grill outside that has no cover. Door opened on smoker with chicken and pork in smoker cooking. Operator closed door on smoker.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Dry food stored in back of truck that has gap in wall that daylight comes through. Area is not fully enclosed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Decal not displayed on MFDV. Operator stated he hasn't received decal yet, it might be at another address he has on file. He will check, otherwise will call 850-487-1395 to inquire.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not affixed to exterior of MFDV?
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of equipment soiled. Also, multiple filters in hood above grill and fryers soiled.
Apr 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw shrimp and raw fish stored over bottled beverages in reach-in cooler next to triple sink. Operator removed raw fish and shrimp to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on flip top reach-in cooler near entry door soiled/ stained.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Pan without handle used to dispense rice. Operator removed pan from rice.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Canned goods and dry foods stored in back of truck that has flaps that do not fully seal when closed.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. No license decal displayed on MFDv.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. No license number affixed to MFDV.
Utensils in poor condition. Handle of spatula at grill in poor condition. Handle taped up.
Nov 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Raw prep pork stored in direct contact inside non-food grade bag in reach in cooler. Manager properly stored
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator license expired June 1, 2024. Validated under same ownership. Operator unable to renew during inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at make table is stained
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl stored I. Hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board at make table with excessive cut marks
Food stored on floor. Bag of raw produce onions stored on floor in back area. Moved by manager.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator has no updated decal displayed
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Operator has no license number displayed on exterior
Apr 27, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Employee went outside food truck and then came back in without washing hands before putting on gloves and starting to cook. Discussed with operator.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flying insects near triple sink.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Employee spilled waste water from large pot when pouring into additional waste water tank. Operator cleaned up spilled wastewater during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from stove heavily soiled/ stained.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing liquid waste improperly. MFDV has portable waste tank in addition to waste tank on MFDV and disposing waste with large pot from clean out into additional tank to take to commissary. Discussed with operator about properly disposing of liquid waste.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink. Operator replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink. Operator replenished soap.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator unable to locate decal that was mailed to him.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not displayed on exterior of MFDV.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at pipe on tripe sink. Operator tightened pipe to stop leak.
Sep 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed establishment without Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided choking poster.
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