FOOD4DASOUL
853 A PHILIP RANDOLPH, Jacksonville FL 32206
Last inspected Aug 29, 2025 · 8 visits since July 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
AUG 25
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found 7 flying insects in kitchen area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 29, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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. No employee training provided at inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Fryer door broken off hinges. Hinges on double door cooler in disrepair.
Aug 28, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Two flying insects in kitchen area, one flying insect in dining room.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2025
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Eggs stored over bread and collard greens
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher and spoons stored in hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink.
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. No employee training provided at inspection.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Door closer missing on Employee restroom.
Cardboard box used as garbage container. Card board box used as garbage can on cooks line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on vents and ceiling tiles in kitchen area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ambient temperature 49.3F also observed hinges on cooler in disrepair.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two employee beverages stored on prep table.
Equipment in poor repair. Fryer door broken off hinges. Hinges on double door cooler in disrepair.
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filter missing above cooking equipment.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Handle of ice scoop stored in ice.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand sign at employee restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dusty fan on table. Gasket soiled of double door cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing at room temperature in triple sink. Employee put shrimp back into cooler.
May 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 7 flying insects in kitchen area
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. heavy cream (47-48F - Cold Holding); salmon just seasoned and prepped (47F - Cooling); shrimp- just thawed (49F Cooling); cheese (45-47F - Cold Holding) shell eggs ambient temperature 51.3F (Cold holding) Per employee the cooler was at temperature 41F or below this morning just opening and closing the door causing the temperature to fluctuate. Ambient temperature of cooler is 51.3F
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/ Administrative complaint submitted on previous inspection. Per manager he didn't pass the course and have to retake the exam.
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. No employee training provided
May 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 7 flying insects in kitchen area
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over yams and condiments( sauce). Manager properly stored shell eggs.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. heavy cream (47-48F - Cold Holding); salmon just seasoned and prepped (47F - Cooling); shrimp- just thawed (49F Cooling); cheese (45-47F - Cold Holding) shell eggs ambient temperature 51.3F (Cold holding) Per employee the cooler was at temperature 41F or below this morning just opening and closing the door causing the temperature to fluctuate. Ambient temperature of cooler is 51.3F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chopped chicken (89F - Hot Holding) stored in ziplock bag on prep table. Suggested to use time as public health control for food safety. Provided operator food items held on Time as Public Health Control paper work during inspection.
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/ Administrative complaint submitted on previous inspection. Per manager he didn't pass the course and have to retake the exam.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing at hand wash sink at entrance to kitchen
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. No employee training provided
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. No proof provided emailed manager employee reporting form.
Dumpster overflowing garbage. Dumpster is overflowing onto the ground. Per manager they are waiting for the waste company to come and empty their dumpster.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee shoes stored on shelf near single service food containers.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled Under shelves and cooking equipment
Food stored on floor. Open case of bottle water stored on floor in server area
Garbage not placed in a receptacle for storage until pick up to make the garbage inaccessible to insects and rodents. Several bags of trash and boxes stored on ground around dumpster area.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Dumpster stored on grass area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on reach in cooler Hood filters are heavily soiled with grease
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Shrimp thawing in standing water in triple sink
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Unused equipment stored in back of restaurant.
Apr 15, 2025Call 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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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/ No manager certification provided
Mar 14, 2025Call 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
Show 2 findings ▾
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/ No manager certification provided
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. No employee training for a few employees
Jan 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flying insects in kitchen area
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Table blocking hand wash sink closest to oven
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/ No manager certification provided
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels available
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. No employee training for a few employees
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Food debris on cooler door handles
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. No hair restraint or beard guard on employee preparing food
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Desserts at counter area
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in dining area and storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled on reach in cooler Hood filters are soiled with grease
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on interior of double door cooler
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Small hole in wall at entrance to storage area
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cover missing in back storage area
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.