GLEN KERNAN CLUB
4590 GLEN KERNAN PKWY E, Jacksonville FL 32224 · 904-862-6302
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 7 visits since November 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
4 inspections trending up, 39 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect at mop sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
Cheese packaged in the establishment using a reduced packaging method and held for more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label lacking the 'use by' date, or labeled with a 'use by' date that exceeds 30 days from its packaging or the original manufacturer's 'sell by' or 'use by' date, whichever occurs first Observed sliced cheddar cheese on cook line using ROP lacking a use by date or the original sell by date/ use by date. Also, observed marinaded tofu using ROP lacking the time it was packaged. Discussed with operator. Operator has info on prep sheet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing the ice tea nozzle in hand wash sink at service line.
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 establishment using ROP without an approved HACCP plan. HACCP plan has been received but not yet approved.
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Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed two ovens on cook line has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer solution stored on shelf across from fryer next to single use soufflé cups. Operator removed bucket of sanitizer solution to properly store. Also, observed bucket of sanitizer solution stored on floor. Employee placed a second bucket under sanitizer solution at service line.
Feb 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 6, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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.
Nov 5, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel in direct contact of multiple herbs in reach-in cooler on cook line.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket at bar (Quaternary +500ppm) strip turned blue. Operator had employee remake sanitizer solution and retest at 200ppm.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed sanitizer bucket stored in hand wash sink in front beverage service station. Operator removed sanitizer bucket to properly store.
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 soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at mens only bar. Operator replenished soap.
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 establishment doing ROP for cook-chill meats and potatoes and raw meats without an approved HACCP plan. Inspector distributed forms to operator to be filled and submitted.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee beverages in bakery area stored next to single service lids and mixing bowl. Operator removed employee beverages to properly store.
Apr 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in men's lounge and main bar area. Operator replenished paper towels at both hand wash sinks.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in men's lounge and main bar area. Operator replenished soap at both hand wash sinks.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling in dry food storage area in basement area neat water softener and riser room not smooth, non absorbent and easily cleanable. Operator removed dry food goods and relocated into other approved dry food storage room in basement area that has a drop ceiling with correct ceiling tiles.
Jan 17, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Operator primed machine and ran a couple9and cycles, then retested at 100ppm
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect at mop sink.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored over ready to eat crab meat in reach in deep freezer near managers office, not all products commercially packaged.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw marinated chicken (59-60F - Cold Holding) in bottom reach-in cooler across from grill. Operator stated an employee left it under running water to thaw and then left on prep table for too long before placing in reach in cooler- approximately 20-25 minutes. Operator placed bagged chicken in ice bath. Rechecked temperature at end of inspection and chicken 43F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle of soda gun in bar area soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replenished paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in bar area. Operator replenished soap.
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. Operator vacuum packaging raw chicken and chicken wings without a HACCP plan. Discussed and distributed information to. Operator during this inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Three dead roaches observed in water heater room. Operator cleaned up and discarded.
Equipment in poor repair. Multiple filters in hood above grill area in disrepair. Operator stated they will be changed out during upcoming remodel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled.
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.