EL SABOR CATRACHO
2346 W. BEAVER ST, Jacksonville FL 32209 · 904.864.4242
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 8 visits since March 2024
■ Ordered shut AUG 18, 2026
The state ordered this kitchen closed. No return visit has cleared it to reopen, so it may not be trading.
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≈ ERRATIC
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 1 live roach on wall next to upright single door reach in cooler
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee handling soiled equipments and then preparing food without washing hands due to no potable running water
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator has no potable running water and continue to touch clothing and return to prepare food without wash hands.
Establishment operating with no potable running water. Observed food trailer open and preparing foods with no potable running water. Employee stated will have potable running water delivered in 1 hr.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handling trash and taking outside and then return to prepare food without washing hands due to no potable running water
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Water line from storage tank not properly constructed. Operator has fresh water tank under food trailer that is in disrepair as per operator and unable to hold fresh water and dispense fresh water to both three compartment sink and hand wash sink during food preparation and opening hours and for cleaning. Operator looking to have this fixed.
Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Spoke to commissary location on file at Beaver Street and owner unable to verify that is food trailer operator is on record. Change of record for provided to food trailer operator
Food stored on floor. Case of plastic water bottles stored on floor in food trailer
Food stored outside. Observed case of green plantains stored outside of food trailer at back door. Employee place back inside
Nov 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over ready to eat pico in reach-in cooler near door. Operator removed raw beef to properly stored.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on cutting board of reach-in cooler across from fryer. Operator removed beverage to properly store.
Food stored on floor. Plastic bottles of water stored on floor below food storage shelf.
Food stored outside. Observed two boxes of vegetables stored outside on side stair of MFDV. Requested twice for operator to bring in vegetables. Operator started to move vegetables.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed two In use knives stored behind faucet handle at triple sink. Operator removed knives to properly store.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Observed no license affixed to exterior of MFDV.
Apr 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 8, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle conducted food preparation, food storage or other food activity in a private home. See stop sale. As per operator, the following foods items were prepared and then stored in home refrigerator and freezer and then brought back inside food truck reach in cooler to be served to public. Stop sale issued for all items below: 6qt cooked frijoles 4qt cooked chicken 2qt cooked beef 1qt cooked pork 4qt cooked chicken tacos 6qt beef and potatoes 1 pack raw beef 1 container raw chicken 4 qt raw fish 1 container pico
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw fish stored over cooked foods in reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. 6qt cooked frijoles 4qt cooked chicken 2qt cooked beef 1qt cooked pork 4qt cooked chicken tacos 6qt beef and potatoes 1 pack raw beef 1 container raw chicken 4 qt raw fish 1 container pico
Apr 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle conducted food preparation, food storage or other food activity in a private home. See stop sale. As per operator, the following foods items were prepared and then stored in home refrigerator and freezer and then brought back inside food truck reach in cooler to be served to public. Stop sale issued for all items below: 6qt cooked frijoles 4qt cooked chicken 2qt cooked beef 1qt cooked pork 4qt cooked chicken tacos 6qt beef and potatoes 1 pack raw beef 1 container raw chicken 4 qt raw fish 1 container pico
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Prep green plantain with skin removed stored in non-food grade bag in direct contact
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken and raw fish stored over cooked foods in reach in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall next to upright single door reach in cooler
Shell eggs not immediately placed in refrigeration maintaining an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less upon receipt. Raw shell eggs - ambient temperature (70F - Cold Holding), stored on countertop and place there approximately 30 mins ago after just purchasing as per operator. Employee place in reach in freezer
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. 6qt cooked frijoles 4qt cooked chicken 2qt cooked beef 1qt cooked pork 4qt cooked chicken tacos 6qt beef and potatoes 1 pack raw beef 1 container raw chicken 4 qt raw fish 1 container pico
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. Employee hired under 60 days working and has no form. Manager had form and both employee and manager completed during inspection
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink stored next to food on shelf. Employee removed
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under cabinet at hand wash sink
Food stored on floor. Plastic bottle water stored on floor
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. No numbers posted on exterior
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow drain at hand wash sink
Jun 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat chicken taquitos in reach-in cooler. Operator removed raw chicken to properly store.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to store purchased vegetables. Operator removed vegetables from hand wash sink.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of white substance removed from original packaging stored on shelf next to stove. Operator stated she will label container of sugar.
May 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beans (93F - Hot Holding) hot holding on stove per operator. Operator turned heat on stove to reheat cooked beans to 165F
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
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 unable to provide proof of employee food safety 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 unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection. Employee on duty started to read health form.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle used to dispense flour. Operator removed bowl from flour.
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator unable to locate the decal that was mailed.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not affixed on exterior of MFDV.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Two Containers removed from original packaging not labeled. Operator labeled containers of sugar and flour.
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