DREAM OF ISTANBUL CUISINE
13423 BEACH BLVD STE 203, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-525-0535
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
APR 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to public with an expired license. Operator license expired June 1, 2026 and under same ownership.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority7 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employees handling raw meat and stuffing it in a dough filling to be stored in walk in cooler for later usage on sheet pan to be cooked later. Employees put on gloves
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to public with an expired license. Operator license expired June 1, 2026 and under same ownership.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator name Nigora I is not certified after 30 days of hire and not other food certified manager employed at this establishment
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator using both chlorine and quaternary for sanitizer and has no chemical test strips
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At front counter hand wash sink.
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. Operator has 5 total food handler employees with only 2 hired over 60 days with no proof of 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 5 employees hired with no proof of written agreement. Provided blank form
No soap provided at handwash sink. At front counter hand wash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Pink solution stored in spray bottles on floor at front counter area not labeled. Manager stated it's sanitizer
Ceiling tile missing. In baking section above shelf
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee phone stored on prep table near food prep.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee in kitchen preparing food with bracelet on wrist
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in kitchen preparing food with no hair restraint
Food stored on floor. Plastic individual water bottles stored on floor near back door
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave on prep table area with soiled interior. Employee cleaned
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gasket soiled
Stored food not covered. Prep frozen food on speed rack in walk in freezer
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White granulated substance in container in kitchen on prep table. Manager stated it's sugar
Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Operator has 2 table top portable fryers in kitchen with no hood suppression system
Apr 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment without chemical test strips for Chemical dish machine.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed establishment without consumer advisory. Inspector provided copy of consumer advisory.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed at mop sink drain cover missing.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Establishment has approximately 80 seats. Inspector provided seating change form.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile baseboard missing near large mixer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed establishment without written procedures choking poster. Inspector provided choking poster.
Feb 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel used in direct contact to line spinach in reach-in cooler at pizza making station.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of sanitizer stored on prep table. Employee removed spray bottle to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade of can opener at prep table soiled. Also, ice chute at self soda dispenser in dining area soiled. Also, portable cutting boards at prep area soiled/ stained.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to pizza oven or at hand wash sink in prep area. Person in charge replenished paper towels at hand wash sinks.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored under front counter and one in prep area. Person in charge labeled spray bottles of sanitizers.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink at front service line.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups without handles used to dispense multiple seasonings in prep area. Employee removed souflee cups from seasonings.
Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing in kitchen area.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Multiple clean pans on shelf in back room next to mixer not inverted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belonging on prep table and on counter at pizza display. Employees removed cell phone and speaker to properly store.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in walk-in-cooler soiled.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Multiple filters missing above pizza ovens in hood area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand wash sink at front service line in disrepair. Person in charge stated they are waiting for hand wash sink to be repaired.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach-in cooler at pizza making station soiled. Also, shelving in walk-in-cooler soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Sealed single service pizza boxes stored on floor in back hall area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white substance removed from original packaging not labeled near office.
Dec 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 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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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/. Renovations have been made in kitchen area. Hood system has been installed and pizza ovens moved. Also, hand wash sinks have been removed. No plans submitted for renovations.
Nov 5, 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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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/. Renovations have been made in kitchen area. Hood system has been installed and pizza ovens moved. Also, hand wash sinks have been removed. No plans submitted for renovations.
Oct 14, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Two hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep areas have been removed. Operator stated a remodel has been taken place and sinks have been uninstalled.
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/. Renovations have been made in kitchen area. Hood system has been installed and pizza ovens moved. Also, hand wash sinks have been removed. No plans submitted for renovations.
Oct 7, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Two hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep areas have been removed. Operator stated a remodel has been taken place and sinks have been uninstalled.
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/. Renovations have been made in kitchen area. Hood system has been installed and pizza ovens moved. Also, hand wash sinks have been removed. No plans submitted for renovations.
Sep 19, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations 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. fresh mozzarella, cooked chicken, deli ham meat, cooked beef (50-54F - Cold Holding);in reach-in cooler at pizza make station. Operator stated items were placed in cooler this morning when they opened at 11am. Operator stated he will move TCS foods to nearby reach-in cooler to chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Operator showed board where time is marked for pizzas at front counter. Operator stated pizzas were made between 11-11:30. Operator time marked chart for cooked pizzas.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Two hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep areas have been removed. Operator stated a remodel has been taken place and sinks have been uninstalled.
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/. Renovations have been made in kitchen area. Hood system has been installed and pizza ovens moved. Also, hand wash sinks have been removed. No plans submitted for renovations.
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 at pizza make station unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temperature 51F. Observed fan area covered with debris and standing water in bottom of reach-in cooler.
Sep 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched cell phone and touched unclean pizza pans and then touched clean pizza pans. Discussed with operator. Operator discussed with employee and employee washed hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fresh mozzarella, cooked chicken, deli ham meat, cooked beef (50-54F - Cold Holding);in reach-in cooler at pizza make station. Operator stated items were placed in cooler this morning when they opened at 11am. Operator stated he will move TCS foods to nearby reach-in cooler to chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Operator showed board where time is marked for pizzas at front counter. Operator stated pizzas were made between 11-11:30. Operator time marked chart for cooked pizzas.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance and quaternary tablets stored on prep table next to container of oil and crushed red pepper. Operator removed quaternary tablets and spray bottle of sanitizing solution.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispersing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, blade of can opener at prep table slightly soiled.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Two hand wash sinks in kitchen and prep areas have been removed. Operator stated a remodel has been taken place and sinks have been uninstalled.
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/. Renovations have been made in kitchen area. Hood system has been installed and pizza ovens moved. Also, hand wash sinks have been removed. No plans submitted for renovations.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked chicken and cooked beef prepared two days ago per operator to date marked. Operator stated he will date mark cooked foods.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored under front counter and one unlabeled spray bottle stored in prep area. Operator labeled spray bottles of sanitizers.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at Hand wash sink under side counter.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense feta cheese. Operator removed souflee cup from cheese.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in kitchen area above the pizza oven area where new hood system installed are in disrepair/ missing.
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 at pizza make station unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temperature 51F. Observed fan area covered with debris and standing water in bottom of reach-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled. Also, gaskets on reach-in cooler at pizza make station soiled.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand wash sink at side counter leaking.
Apr 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. fresh mozzarella (51F - Cold Holding); in top of flip top pizza making reach-in cooler. Operator stated lid may have been left open after lunch rush. Also, ricotta cheese (52F - Cold Holding) in bottom of same reach in cooler. Operator closed lid to chill fresh mozzarella and stated he will keep ricotta cheese in cooler to chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Multiple pizzas using TPHC not time marked on board. Operator stated pizzas were made about 1 hour prior. Employee wrote time on board.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Three spray bottle containing toxic substance and two containers of sanitizer tablets stored on shelf next to wrapped sleeves of single service souflee cup lids. Operator removed spray bottles and sani tabs to properly store.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink next to pizza making station used to store cleaning scrubby
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Three Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf near kitchen entry door. Operator labeled spray bottles of sanitizer.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink near front service line entrance. Operator stated hand wash sink is currently being worked on. Pipe disconnected at this time.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense Parmesan cheese at front prep table and sugar in back prep area. Operator removed souflee cups from both foods.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Pans on bottom shelf in prep area not inverted.
Food stored on floor. Box with sealed bags of Alfredo sauce stored on floor in walk in freezer.
Hood area above pizza oven in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Bottom cap of hood wall missing/ in disrepair. Discussed keeping pizza peel away from that area where insulation is exposed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler at pizza making station soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk-in-cooler shelving and interior reach-in cooler soiled and has accumulation of debris.
Wall and ceiling soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall and ceiling surround pizza oven area and back prep table are soiled with grease and dust
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet at triple sink leaking
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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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. Observed establishment without written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles and light lenses throughout kitchen soiled.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on clean dry storage rack for dishes. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed flip top reach in cooler door gasket torn located across from pizza oven.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of bottled water stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
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.