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FRITANGA NICA JAX

8763 OLD KINGS RD S, Jacksonville FL 32217 · 9047103839

Last inspected Jun 3, 2026 · 9 visits since July 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats65
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2615819
Grade history
JUL 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
JAN 26
JUN 26
▼ IMPROVING

5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.

Worst finding on record
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in dining area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

9 visits, newest first

Jun 3, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side.
High priority/29-42-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water container in frontline Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at frontline. All purpose cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in ice in I,
Basic/14-01-5
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).
Basic/35B-01-4
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn/ loose cooler gaskets. Kitchen units.
Basic/14-36-5
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled cooler gaskets. Kitchen
Basic/23-03-4
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. No self closing mechanism on rear door.
Basic/35B-03-4
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow draining Hand Wash Sink. Kitchen. Blocked / standing water.
Basic/29-20-5
Sep 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side.
High priority/29-42-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at frontline Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at frontline. All purpose cleaner.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in ice machine.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Soiled exterior of microwave. Kitchen.
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tiles above racks in rear ware washing room.
Basic/36-36-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water stains on ceiling tiles. Above mop sink.
Basic/36-32-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items umbrella next to restaurant utensils on rear rack.
Basic/40-06-5
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of microwave and oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn/ loose cooler gasket insulation. Kitchen coolers.
Basic/14-36-5/Repeat Violation
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door no self closing mechanism.
Basic/35B-03-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen raw shrimp thawing in standing water. Kitchen. Moved by manager.
Basic/06-01-5
Feb 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans at 90° in steam well. Reheated to 165-175. By manger
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
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 proof of any employee training.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Multiple Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at rear kitchen. Sanitizer. Degreasers.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Multiple bowls as scoops in sauces and foods.
Basic/14-01-5/Repeat Violation
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Breading next to Hand Wash Sink. Moved By manger.
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Multiple knives between coolers/ equipment.
Basic/10-17-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Multiple cooler gaskets torn. Kitchen coolers.
Basic/14-36-5
Sep 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 1, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, degreaser stored on food prep table. Moved by manager.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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/ Expired Certified Food Manager training : ROLANDO MORA 2/24/19
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
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 Certified Food Manager due to all certifications expired.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray, degreaser, bottle at prep table.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Repeat Violation
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Inadequate Self closing mechanism for men's restroom door. Not fully closing.
Basic/32-04-4
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in shredded cheese container.
Basic/14-01-5
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal food on top of restaurant foods in cooler. Container of Chicken. 2 containers of old rice on bottom kitchen shelf. Per Person In Charge. Used to feed pets. Moved by manager.
Basic/08B-49-4
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).
Basic/35B-01-4
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between equipment. Prep line.
Basic/10-17-4
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door missing self closing mechanism.
Basic/35B-03-4
Jan 30, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans at 110°. Placed at 11 am. Reheated to 190°. By manager.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice dumped in rear Hand wash sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle
Intermediate/41-17-4
Jul 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

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

1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in dining area.
High priority/35A-02-6
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle frontline.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at Hand wash sink kitchen and frontline.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Basic/23-24-4
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn insulation to Reach in cooler kitchen.
Basic/14-36-5
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door not self closing.
Basic/35B-03-4
Plumbing system in disrepair. Loose faucet to Hand wash sink at ice machine and front line.
Basic/29-08-4

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.