DAMASKINO
8840 ATLANTIC BLVD STE 6-7, Jacksonville FL 32211 · 904-619-7074
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 11 visits since January 2024
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-25
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $700
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017059784 | Oct 10, 2017 | Jan 5, 2018 | $300 |
| 5--2017011907 | Mar 9, 2017 | Apr 12, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pan of raw chicken over white sauce, moved
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed advisory. Manager printed out
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened personal water bottle on back prep area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
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Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Jan 5, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Flame turned off and gyro not spinning 83f, guy on line turned on boiler when I can in but turned it off before the end of inspection
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Keebler stored in direct contact with recycled Togo thank you bags, non-food grade in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef in pan over falafel mix and potato fries in 3 door flip top cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Shaved Gyro 83f and sawamma 84f, sliced gyro on line held in front of cone
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager states was at bank and came durning inspection
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handsink next to triple sink dish area
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens restroom door doesn't self close
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Red coke-cola cup used as a scooper for rice
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal opened water bottle on back seasoning storage shelf
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on cook line o hair restraint
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on 2 door glass cooler in kitchen near prep table
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No ambient thermometer in glass two door cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on 3 door flip top cooler soiled with food debris
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Personal opened water bottle drink in reach in flip top cooler
Sep 5, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Broiler turned on once I walked in, but heat off and not rotating
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Kebe stored in Togo thank you bags in reach in freezer
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwashing sink upfront with red cup stored in sink - handsink in back dish area with herbs draining
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Broiler turned on once I walked in, but heat off and not rotating
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Kebe stored in Togo thank you bags in reach in freezer
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-25
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -handwashing sink upfront with red cup stored in sink - handsink in back dish area with herbs draining
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in back kitchen area
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink stored on salad bar cooler near Cook line, moved
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking to floor from handsink up front
Mar 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Boiler turned off, turned on during inspection
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Food stored in Togo Walmart bags, moved to clear storage bags
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken fries and falafel mix, moved to store correctly
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook on line no hat
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Oil stored on floor in kitchen, moved off floor
Stored food not covered. Lamb in reach in freezer not covered or bagged just sitting on shelf, placed in clear bag
Oct 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Katayef (dessert)stored in Togo thank you bags in reach in freezer in kitchen
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees on shift 2 cooks 1 prep and 1 lady on line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. All employees not wear hair restraints
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door cooler with humus leaking water in bottom of cooler
Oct 24, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. gryo boiler turned off not on, no heat applied. Employee lit flame on boiler when I asked if it's on
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Katayef (dessert)stored in Togo thank you bags in reach in freezer in kitchen
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired 6-1-24
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pan of raw chicken in flip top 3door cooler over sauces and containers of cut vegetables
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Guy making shawarma washed gloves instead of washing hands changing gloves
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handsink next to triple sink block by metal pan
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Handsink with. NO water access upfront, gyro front line area.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees on shift 2 cooks 1 prep and 1 lady on line
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink next to triple sink
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on back prep table
Employee eating while preparing food. Cook on line with long beard continuously eatting on line
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. All employees not wear hair restraints
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Containers of open clean cooking oil stored on floor in kitchen in front of 2 two sliver stand up cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Calm shell tog plates stored on floor in back dry storage area
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 2 door cooler with humus leaking water in bottom of cooler
May 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Gyro and chicken cones turned off, employee turned on broiler
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. Emailed vomit clean up to manager, manager received
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 4 employees on shift
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink in kitchen, employee provided
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water turned off from bottom knob at handsink on cook line, employee turned on water
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink on back prep area where chicken shawarma is being made
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Bags of beef In Thank you Togo bags in reach in freezer ï¸
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Handle for Ice scooper in ice machines in rear kitchen
Mar 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 18, 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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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. Employee food safety training certificate for Mostafa expired. That is the only training that the operator was able to provide during this inspection; although operator stated their were more employees.
Jan 16, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food prepared in a private home. See stop sale. Person in charge indicated Kunafa cakes made with cheese were prepared at a family member's private residence and sold to the public. Person in charge removed items from sale to the public. Person in charge removed items from public sale. See Stop Sale
Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Two separate gyro cones with chicken and beef/lamb, respectively were not continuously rotating at cook station directly behind service counter. Observed rotisserie turned off. Employee turned rotisserie back on after discussed with employee.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat container of pickles. Person in charge adjusted food items to correct order.
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 raw chicken over raw beef in reach in freezer located near prep table. Person in charge put food items in order.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Person in charge indicated Kunafa cakes made with cheese were prepared at a family member's private residence and sold to the public. Person in charge removed items from sale to the public Stop Sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese slice@12:14pm (57F - Cold Holding); inside flip top cooler directly across from rotisserie spit
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. cut tomatoes@12:14pm (52F - Cooling); cut tomatoes@1:13pm (54F - Cooling); garlic sauce@12:14pm (55F - Cooling); garlic sauce @1:14pm (55F - Cooling);; Baba Ghanouj@12:16pm (53F - Cooling) in flip top reach in cooler at front counter across from rotisserie. Observed items cooling in reach in cooler that is unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temperature of reach in cooler 56F. Observed ice build up on interior fan of cooler.. Discussed with operator to remove cooling items and have them finish cooling in nearby reach in cooler to chill. Items prepped/ prepared approximately between 11a-11:15 per operator. Items removed to nearby cooler to chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards located in rear prep area near reach in freezer is soiled. Also, cutting board on reach in cooler across from rotisserie soiled/ stained.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink located next to triple sink. Person in charge added soap.
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. Employee food safety training certificate for Mostafa expired. That is the only training that the operator was able to provide during this inspection; although operator stated their were more employees.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Multiple ceiling tiles in prep area not smooth, non absorbent and easily cleanable.
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. Flip top Reach in cooler across from rotisserie unable to maintain temperatures of 41F and below.Ambient temperature was 56F. Operator stated the cooler is being replaced this evening. Cooler is on site, just not set up as of this inspection.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed male employee with long beard preparing food at gyro station directly behind service counter. Also, two male cooks engaging food prep without hair restraints.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Two blenders atop drying rack next to triple sink had cover closed with water inside. Person in charge removed lids to allow proper air drying.
Food stored on floor. Several boxes of food items stored on floor in storage room adjacent to reach in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in ice machine located near reach in freezer was laying atop ice. Person in charge lifted handle away from touching ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Vent hoods above cooking station located directly behind service counter are soiled.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth atop prep table next to reach in freezer. Person in charge removed wet cloth.
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.