Eat SafelyIn Florida

ELEVEN SOUTH

216 11 AVE S, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-241-1112

Last inspected Apr 21, 2026 · 12 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats199
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2613620
Grade history
JUN 25
AUG 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
FEB 26
≈ ERRATIC

5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 2 flying insects. 1 flying insect in kitchen. 1 flying insect in dining area.
High priority/35A-02-7
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $800

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2021033606Jul 20, 2021Aug 11, 2021$600
5--2019002356Dec 6, 2018Jan 25, 2019$200

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Apr 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler Queso dated 2-9-2026, Taco meat dated 2-9-2026,Caramelized onions dated 2-9-2026, Avocado Créme dated 2-8-2026, House made Horsey Sauce dated 2-6-2026, House made Potato Salad dated 2-9-2026 See stop sale.
High priority/01B-28-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 2 flying insects. 1 flying insect in kitchen. 1 flying insect in dining area.
High priority/35A-02-7
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed vacuum sealed cooked short ribs dated 2-14-2026 still in reduced oxygen packaging bags. See Stop Sale.
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose bib located outside kitchen connected to a red hose without a back flow device.
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employee food training expired.
Intermediate/53B-13-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside back door of kitchen.
Basic/35B-01-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on cook line. Manager stated cooler has a leak from condenser.
Basic/36-22-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed Grill filters soiled with grease.
Basic/23-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed establishment using vacuum packaging without HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants and each bag labeled with the production time and date.
Basic/03G-53-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed cooked cooled short ribs vacuum sealed dated 2-14-2026 not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging.
Basic/03G-54-1/Repeat Violation/Warning
Nov 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 5063 NORMANDY BLVD, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.

1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over sauces, employee properly stored food items.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Food stored on floor. Bottle of margarine stored on floor underneath table, employee properly stored margarine.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris, employee cleaned microwave
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris on freezer gasket where fries are stored.
Basic/23-03-4
Oct 16, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked short ribs then cooled then vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint/Return visit Oct 16, 2025 · Observed cooked cooled and vacuum sealed meatballs dated 10-6-2025 frozen in walk in freezer without HACCP Plan or process waiver. See Stop Sale Admin Complaint
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw steaks and raw pork vacuum packaged without an approved HACCP Plan. Observed cut watermelon vacuum packaged on site without HACCP Plan. Observed cooked and cooled short ribs vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were cooked cooled and packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning/Return visit Oct 16, 2025 · Observed cooked cooled and vacuum sealed meatballs frozen in walk in freezer without HACCP Plan or process waiver. See Stop Sale Time Extended
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut watermelon vacuum packaged onsite without time mark.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Return visit Oct 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed cooked then cooled short ribs then vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
Basic/03G-53-1/Warning/Return visit Oct 16, 2025 · Observed at callback vacuum sealed short ribs that establishment using 48 hour cook chill without dates and times for cook chill process. Manager stated ribs were cooked on the 14th cooled overnight and bagged on the 15th. Manager opened all vacuum bags of beef short ribs during callback. Time Extended Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed cooked short ribs then cooled then vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
Basic/03G-54-1/Warning/Return visit Oct 16, 2025 · Observed cooked cooled and vacuum sealed meatballs dated 10-6-2025 frozen in walk in freezer without HACCP Plan or process waiver. See Stop Sale Time Extended
Aug 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed cooked short ribs then cooled then vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-13-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed 2 hose Bibbs located next to mop sink outside without back flow device.
High priority/29-34-4
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Observed raw steaks and raw pork vacuum packaged without an approved HACCP Plan. Observed cut watermelon vacuum packaged on site without HACCP Plan. Observed cooked and cooled short ribs vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were cooked cooled and packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employee food training expired.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cut watermelon vacuum packaged onsite without time mark.
Intermediate/02C-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Observed cooked then cooled short ribs then vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
Basic/03G-53-1/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food packaged using a reduced oxygen method without a HACCP plan not removed from its package within 48 hours after packaging. Observed cooked short ribs then cooled then vacuum packaged onsite without a HACCP plan not properly labeled with the production time and date. Employee stated the short ribs were packaged on Friday. See stop sale.
Basic/03G-54-1/Warning
Jun 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

Recorded at 5063 NORMANDY BLVD, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler Mushroom Cream dated 2-3-2025,Chicken Salad dated 2-4-2025,Potato salad dated 2-3-2025,Avocado cream dated 1-25-2025, Honey Sanbal sauce dated 2-4-2025.
High priority/01B-28-5
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed scallops in drawer cooler lined with paper towels labeled cleaning. Employee removed paper towels from scallop container.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing disinfectant stored on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed employee hand sink with water pitcher stored in. Manager removed and stored properly.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing disinfectant without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling tiles in kitchen soiled.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some Required employee training expired.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of cleaner with out label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of back door.
Basic/35B-01-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tong on oven door handle. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 11, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed on cook line New York strip steaks lined with non food grade towel. Chef removed towel from drawer lining steaks.
High priority/14-86-1/Corrected On-Site
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed Butter nut purée dated 3-25-2024 in walk in cooler. See stop sale Purée made with real butter.
High priority/01B-24-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line deeply grooved.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. Observed filters over grill area soiled.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Nov 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation. Manager advised employee of proper hand washing.
High priority/12A-25-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed in walk-in cooler fresh garlic and oil dated 10-26-23. See stop sale. Observed in walk-in cooler grand Mainer used for baking dated 10-26-2023. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-24-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed blue cheese olive in bar area at 58F. Employee placed blue cheese olives out at 11 am. Employee placed more ice under blue cheese olives.
High priority/03A-02-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed flip top cooler cutting boards deeply grooved.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on prep tables in kitchen. Manager removed drinks and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4
Employee eating while preparing food. Observed employee eating while engaging in food preparation.
Basic/12B-01-4
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed plastic containers on drying storage rack wet nesting. Manager spoke to employee regarding wet nesting.
Basic/24-08-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food stored on floor. Observed case of ketchup stored on floor of storage room. Observed cases of food in walk-in freezer stored on floor. Manager had employee remove and store properly.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled on cook line.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation

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