EL PRIMO RESTAURANT AND GROCERY
6715 POWERS AVE UNITS 3 & 5, Jacksonville FL 32217 · 904.667.7451
Last inspected May 11, 2026 · 9 visits since June 2024
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on top of counter at frontline bar.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016012498 | Mar 10, 2016 | May 9, 2016 | $400 |
| 5--2016017141 | Mar 29, 2016 | May 9, 2016 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 9, 2026Call 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 1). Establishment has moved market store operations to where dining room used to be and moved dining room to where market used to be. 2). Establishment has moved ice machine to near market. Walk in cooler. ( Hand Wash Sink added next to ice machine ) 3) meat market case removed. (Three compartment sink and Hand Wash Sink is now behind walls )
Jan 7, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Tray of eggs over ready to eat items in cooler at market. Moved by manager.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, all purpose cleaner over utensils. Kitchen. Moved by manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Frozen cooked rice, chicken thawing at room temperature in kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no chlorine test strips available.
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. 1). Establishment has moved market store operations to where dining room used to be and moved dining room to where market used to be. 2). Establishment has moved ice machine to near market. Walk in cooler. ( Hand Wash Sink added next to ice machine ) 3) meat market case removed. (Three compartment sink and Hand Wash Sink is now behind walls )
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at dry goods. All purpose cleaner.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : by market cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage container on prep table. Moved by manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket over restaurant packaged foods / utensils. Moved by manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen cooked rice, chicken thawing at room temperature in kitchen. (Hand Wash Sink ). Moved by manager
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen Moved by manager.
Sep 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. Cooked chicken 50°. (Overnight cooling temperatures) in reach in cooler. Cooked tongue 49°. (Overnight cooling temperatures) in reach in cooler
Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. Residential style bug spray in kitchen
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One live roach on top of counter at frontline bar.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken 50°. (Overnight cooling temperatures) in reach in cooler. Cooked tongue 49°. (Overnight cooling temperatures) in reach in cooler
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach container over pans, bag of peppers on dry rack
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Large deep quantities of cooked foods.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Urinal out of service in men's restroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls as scoops in foods, spices.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In use employee apron over utensils on rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped, cooked foods in reach in cooler. Uncovered sugar container. Prep line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled container of sugar. Prep line.
Oct 4, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked vegetables for sale at meat market at 78° 76°, 78°. On top shelf. (Overnight temperatures).
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked vegetables for sale at meat market at 78° 76°, 78°. On top shelf. (Overnight temperatures).
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple utensils, lids in Hand Wash Sink at meat market. Moved by manager.
Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Packaged salsa for sale at frontline with inadequate labeling requirements.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled microwave handles
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Soiled employee apron over cleaned utensils. Rear rack. Moved by manager.
Food stored on floor. Bag of carrots on floor. Walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between equipment. Prep line. Moved by manager.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food debris on cleaned, stacked plates. Kitchen. Person In Charge moved plates for cleaning.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
Sep 30, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 24, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Utensils and dishware not sanitized.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Food service employee handled soiled equipment then engaged in food service activities without washing hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 61°. Pico. 62°. Lettuce 60°. Reach in cooler / make table. (Overnight temperatures)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked chicken 60°. Cooked beef 60°. Cooked chicken 61°. Pico. 62°. Lettuce 60°. Reach in cooler / make table. (Overnight temperatures)
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at kitchen. Degreaser.
Equipment in poor repair. Condensation drip from two door cooler in kitchen. By entrance.
Jun 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Multiple ceiling tiles missing. Kitchen and dining.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Construction dust and debris. Kitchen, dining.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At Hand wash sink. Replaced by manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Construction dust and debris on counters and shelves.
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.