EL CHINCHORRO SPORT BAR
11041 BEACH BLVD RC2, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-909-0431
Last inspected Apr 11, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 16 live roaches in the following areas: 4 in prep area near fridge 5 under grill 2 on front service line 5 behind cooler under front counter. Operator worked on killing and discarding as they were observed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024061324 | Aug 17, 2024 | May 8, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Apr 11, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed container of medicine stored next to bread on counter next to hand wash sink. Operator removed medicine to properly store.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) on cook line. Operator remade solution and retested at 100ppm.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on walk-in-cooler, small reach in freezer across from front counter. Also, handle on reach in deep freezer next to front counter missing/ in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up on shelf in walk in freezer.
Oct 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed raw beef to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed portable cutting boards on cook line soiled/ stained.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in bottom drawer below stove. Operator discarded and cleaned drawer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler torn.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) in prep area. Operator emptied bucket?
Mar 23, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee eating near prep area, then handled clean equipment without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) exceeds,maximum concentration. Operator added more water to dilute. Retested at 100ppm
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk in freezer torn/ in disrepair.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on floor in walk in freezer.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white substance removed from original packaging in bar area not labeled. Operator labeled container of sugar.
Aug 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 22, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 16 live roaches in the following areas: 4 in prep area near fridge 5 under grill 2 on front service line 5 behind cooler under front counter. Operator worked on killing and discarding as they were observed.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches in the following areas: 3 on floor between walk-in-cooler and hand wash sink and 2 behind cooler under front counter. Operator cleaned up and discarded.
Aug 17, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Five trays of cooked chicken wings cooked day prior did not cool to 41F within 6 hours. Stop Sale.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Five trays of cooked chicken wings cooked day prior did not cool to 41F within 6 hours. Stop Sale.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects near triple sink.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 16 live roaches in the following areas: 4 in prep area near fridge 5 under grill 2 on front service line 5 behind cooler under front counter. Operator worked on killing and discarding as they were observed.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced swiss cheese (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding); cooked beef (48F - Cold Holding)in walk-in-cooler. Operator stated the door may not have been fully closed while employees were in and out of it. Operator opened inner freezer door in walk-in-cooler to chill foods. Retemped foods at end of inspection and dropped 1-2 degrees. Also, garlic sauce with fresh garlic and oil (46F - Cold Holding)in reach-in cooler across from POS. Operator stated employee had container out a little earlier. Operator stated sauce will stay in cooler to chill.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) exceeds maximum concentration. Operator added more water to dilute solution. Retested at 100ppm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple portable cutting boards on cook line soiled/ stained.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches in the following areas: 3 on floor between walk-in-cooler and hand wash sink and 2 behind cooler under front counter. Operator cleaned up and discarded.
Equipment in poor repair. Lid on reach-in cooler across from grill is duct taped and missing handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two Containers of white substance removed from original packaging not labeled in prep area. Operator labeled container of sugar and salt.
Apr 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed One flying insect in kitchen area. Operator killed flying insect.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shelled eggs stored over unwashed produce in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed shelled eggs to properly store.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on chemical storage shelf. Operator labeled spray bottles of degreaser.
Equipment in poor repair. Handles of fridge in prep area missing handles. Also, lid of flip top reach-in cooler duct taped to hold together.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Observed dish machine not functioning located under 3 compartment sink. Manager removed from building stating that machine has never worked.
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.