FAMOUS SANDWICHES AND SUBS
6404 SAN JUAN AVENUE, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 904.551.7095
Last inspected Dec 9, 2025 · 10 visits since July 2023
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect at toaster area at cook line.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Dec 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed; raw beef patties stored on top of ready to eat fries in chest reach in freezer next to to-go window. Raw beef liver stored over box of ready to eat chicken in walk-in freezer. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
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. Observed 1 employee hired 2 weeks prior with no signed reporting agreement. Person in charge had employee sign agreement.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Observed multiple containers of food items prepared on site with no date marking in walk-in freezer.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed 2 dead roaches in sticky trap under beverage reach in cooler at corner of kitchen.
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable on drying rack across from three compartment sink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in walk-in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple missing floor tiles throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed bags of bread stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed dust build up on fan guards in walk-in freezer.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed food debris build up on wall behind fryer station.
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 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 chicken stored over raw pork chops in walk-in freezer. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled cutting board stored on wire rack across from three compartment sink. Person in charge voluntarily discarded.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal sanitizer bucket stored in hand wash sink near coffee maker. Person in charge removed bucket.
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. Observed one employee hired more than 60 days prior on cook line engaging in food preparation with no food handler certification.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed styrofoam cup used for scooping stored inside seasoning container on front line under point of sale. Person in charge removed cup.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed unsecured CO2 tank stored next to soda boxes on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cook line.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed clear plastic container with food debris stuck to inside.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored under steamer unit on cook line. Person in charge labeled container accordingly.
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, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 20+ rodent droppings in outside storage shed. Rodent droppings are on ground near chemical side of storage shed, away from any possible food contact surfaces. Person in charge began cleaning area during inspection.
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. Observed cooked crispy chicken with no time marker person in charge stated was held on time as a public health control. Per person in charge chicken was cooked 3 hours prior and added time marking.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed one CO2 tank near soda tower not adequately secured. Person in charge secured tank.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on prep table near rear exit of kitchen. Employee removed beverage.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in walk-in cooler. There is a leak from AC unit above that person in charge stated only happens when it rains.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles missing or in disrepair throughout kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in chest freezer on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled hood filters above cook line. Soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer doors.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer solution with chlorine solution testing at 0ppm. Person in charge added chlorine and retested at 100ppm. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm); Sanitizer Bucket retest (Chlorine 100ppm)
Sep 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one can of tuna on dry storage shelf by kitchen entrance with dent along top seam.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack a non-pasteurized shell egg then handle ready to eat sliced cheeses and cut tomatoes. Inspector educated proper hand wash procedures after cracking eggs.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed frozen raw beef in freezer removed from its original package stored over cooked bacon also removed from its original package. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed liquid adhesive for establishment maintenance stored on shelf next to microwaves above flat top grill. Person in charge moved chemical to proper storage location.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed; soiled can opener blade on prep table near rear exit. Soiled microwave door on microwave across from back prep table.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board at flip top cooler on cook line with grooves and not easily cleanable.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed; employee beverage on shelf above fryer station. Employee purse stored next to single service items on bottom shelf at to go window. Employees moved all items to proper storage locations.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of raw burger patties stored on floor in freezer. Person in charge moved all food items to proper storage levels.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on wire shelf next to fryers with possible unintentional contact with employees. Person in charge moved tongs to clean storage location.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled hood filters above cook line.
Mar 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee on cook line crack shell eggs into container and immediately began whisking with clean utensil and placing on grill without washing hands or changing gloves. Operator coached employee on washing hands when handling raw shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At flip top reach in cooler by stove in kitchen, lettuce (50F - Cold Holding). Manager stated lettuce was brought out of walk in cooler at 6 am and flip top has been opened and closed all morning. Operator placed back in walk in cooler, retemp after 30 mins 43F.
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. Cooked chicken sitting at back of grill that is held on time per operator did not have time marking. Operator added time marking.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator stated he could not find his chemical test strips.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Current license not displayed. Operator stated he will print out and display.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee water bottle next to bread bags and toaster on cleaned prep table. Operator removed bottle.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee bag placed on top of in box soda bags under coffee station. Operator removed bag.
Food stored on floor. Container of pickles on floor in walk in cooler. Operator removed from ground. In walk in freezer, box of chicken was on floor. Operator removed from floor.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Dumpster lid open. Operator closed lid.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on storage rack next to fryers in kitchen. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood and hood filter has build up of grease.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe next to AC unit in walk in cooler is leaking. Operator stated he currently has estimates for repair conducted last week.
Oct 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 23, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At time of inspection expired certified food manager Andy Akel 02/28/2018.
Aug 23, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate11 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 at toaster area at cook line.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of air freshener stored on shelf with can tuna. Employee removed.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb beside mop,sink missing backflow preventer with hose attached.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Operator took employee training. Explained to operator he must obtain manager certification. Establishment on open administrative complaint.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on floor at triple sinks not labeled.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Trash can in unisex restroom, lid broken.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse on shelf with bags of grits. Employee moved.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind fryers has grease build up.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Flor tiles in walk-in cooler in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, container of pickles on floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Build up of grease and debris on ground at grease receptacle.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on handle of shelves nest to fryers.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon at coffee area in standing water, 81f
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves next to fryers have build up,of grease and food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At coffee station, coffee filters not protected.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At mop sink, pipe behind sink disconnected, water leaking on floor.
Jul 24, 2023Call 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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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ At time of inspection expired certified food manager Andy Akel 02/28/2018.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. At time of inspection all food handler training certificates expired 03/26/2023.
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.