DAVOLI'S CATERING JAX
3305 PARENTAL HOME RD, Jacksonville FL 32216 · 904-621-7205
Last inspected Feb 20, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
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. Provided operator with Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 20, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over cheese on shelf in walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at spigot on exterior of back of the building
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table stained with black mold like build up
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Clean utensils stored in hand wash sink in kitchen
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At all hand wash sinks in kitchen and restroom. Employee provided paper towels and placing in hand wash sink.
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. Operator has total of 3 food handler employees hired over 60 days and person in charge unable to provide proof of any 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. Operator has total of 4 employees hired over 60 days and person in charge unable to provide proof of any written agreements
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closing bathroom door in kitchen with broken hinges
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cleans plates not inverted on dry storage shelf
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board at make table in kitchen
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored on prep table
Equipment in poor repair. Both walk in coolers with gaskets in disrepair
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water in walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Case of food from previous delivery stored on floor in walk in cooler. Case of fry oil stored on floor in storage room
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave with encrusted food debris
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of mixer with food debris
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor in storage area
Oct 31, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at spigot on exterior of back of the building
Sep 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 1 pan of cooked stew vegetables with date mark 9-3-25. 1 pan of cooked mushrooms stew sauce with date marked 9-3-25. Both items stored in walk in cooler. Validated correct date prep. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 pan of cooked stew vegetables with date mark 9-3-25. 1 pan of cooked mushrooms stew sauce with date marked 9-3-25. Both items stored in walk in cooler. Validated correct date prep. Stop sale issued.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at spigot on exterior of back of the building
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board at make table with heavy black mod like build up in kitchen area
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge unable to provide any proof of manager certification and no other certified manager employed at this establishment
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Multiple hand wash sinks in kitchen with no paper towel. Manager provided paper towel
No plan submitted and approved. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator has outside building not on plans with walk in cooler, hand wash sink, dish machine, food cooking equipments, reach in freezer, prep tables and stored non-TCS foods and dry storage. Provided operator with DBPR HR-7005 a¿¿ Division of Hotels and Restaurants Application for Plan Review
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closing bathroom door in kitchen with broken hinges
Equipment in poor repair. Both walk in coolers with gaskets in disrepair
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Operator has multiple unused equipment's stored outside in back area
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Operator has multiple propane tanks stored in garage storage area in building
Mar 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 27, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing 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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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator under new ownership and plans from previous owner with file # 5927 that was revised on 4-22-15 does not show additional walk in cooler in back left storage area as well as other changes according to current layout for new ownership. Spoke to Mr. Brown at Tallahassee in plan Review and said new owner will need to submit application DBPR HR-7005 a' Division of Hotels and Restaurants Application for Plan Review. Provided operator with paperwork
Jan 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingLicensing 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 plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator under new ownership and plans from previous owner with file # 5927 that was revised on 4-22-15 does not show additional walk in cooler in back left storage area as well as other changes according to current layout for new ownership. Spoke to Mr. Brown at Tallahassee in plan Review and said new owner will need to submit application DBPR HR-7005 a' Division of Hotels and Restaurants Application for Plan Review. Provided operator with paperwork
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in dry storage equipment area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Entrance to main walk in cooler floor near warehouse washing area
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Main walk in cooler floor near ware washing area
Oct 23, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator under new ownership and plans from previous owner with file # 5927 that was revised on 4-22-15 does not show additional walk in cooler in back left storage area as well as other changes according to current layout for new ownership. Spoke to Mr. Brown at Tallahassee in plan Review and said new owner will need to submit application DBPR HR-7005 a¿¿ Division of Hotels and Restaurants Application for Plan Review. Provided operator with paperwork
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Employee restroom in kitchen with door not self closing
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in dry storage equipment area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Entrance to main walk in cooler floor near warehouse washing area
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. Main walk in cooler floor near ware washing area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powdered substance in container under prep table. Employee stated it's corn starch and will label
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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. Provided operator with Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in front of main walk in cooler in disrepair
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