GREEN PAPAYA THAI SUSHI
12675 BEACH BLVD STE 306, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-888-8866
Last inspected Jun 30, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 80 Flying insects in dumpster area including fly bag trap.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 30, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 80 Flying insects in dumpster area including fly bag trap.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed ground around grease receptacle soiled with grease buildup.
Inside/outside of dumpster not clean. Observed area around dumpster soiled with grease buildup.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open during inspection.
Dec 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed cut vegetables in walk-in cooler with cloth towel used to cover. Observed multiple raw fish and cut vegetables in walk-in cooler and in sushi bar lined with non food grade paper towels. Manager will have employees remove paper towels.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Tuna in sushi area reach in cooler completely thawed bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use. See stop sale.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed employee hand sink near ware washing area blocked with dishes stored in employee sink. Employee removed and stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing Lysol without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged Tuna in sushi area reach in cooler completely thawed bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use. See stop sale.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing under 3 compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on table next to food served to the public. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee jackets stored on food in food storage area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed multiple containers of food stored on floor of walk in cooler and walk in freezer. Manager will remove and store properly.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed outside dumpster lid missing from dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled with grease. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed sanitizer bucket stored of floor near ware washing area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Jul 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towels used to cover cut lettuce in reach-in cooler on cook line. Also, cut tomatoes stored in direct contact of non food grade paper towels at expo line.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp stored over ready to eat dumplings in reach in freezer at end of cook line. Not all products commercially packaged.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf next to lemon juice across from grill. Operator removed spray bottle of cleaner to properly store.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to ice machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored at warewashing machine. Operator labeled spray bottle of Lysol.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of Ice machine at soda dispensing machine soiled. Also, a couple of soda nozzles and surrounding area of same soda dispensing machine at front service station.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler across from wok satiation torn Also, gasket on reach-in cooler in sushi making station torn. Also, handles of multiple rice warmers in disrepair- missing part of handle/ duct taped
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fly sticky tape hung above expo line over uncovered condiments. Employee removed tape to hang elsewhere.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Multiple mops at mop sink stored in a manner unable to allow mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth stored on cutting board across from wok station. Operator removed wet towel to properly store.
May 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect near ware washing area.
Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Observed household pesticide stored in kitchen area. Employee removed and stored outside of building.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Raw Shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); Raw scallops (51F - Cold Holding); Raw steak (49F - Cold Holding); Raw Duck (50F - Cold Holding); Cooked pork dumplings (50F - Cold Holding). Items were over filled and or in stainless container on top of pans in reach in cooler. Employee removed and placed in bottom of reach in cooler and removed excess food from containers.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dishes stored in employee hand sink next to ware washing. Manager removed and stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of Lysol without a label on it stored under Dish machine. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand washing sink at entrance of cook line with hot water handle turned off.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents soiled near ware washing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on table above food served to customers. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple pans and containers on dry rack wet nesting. Employee removed and stored pans correctly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler on cook line with torn gasket.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in walk in cooler large container of sauce stored on floor. Observed in walk-in freezer large bucket of food stored on floor walk in freezer. Manager removed and stored properly.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table in kitchen not stored in sanitizer. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nov 22, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee at sushi bar station wearing gloves on hand and touching hat and return to preparing food without washing hands. Manager intervened. Employee turn on cold water valve only and rinse hands under cold water with gloves still on hands for under 20 seconds and then dry off with towel. Manager intervened again.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee at sushi bar station wearing gloves on hand and touching hat and return to preparing food without washing hands. Manager intervened. Employee turn on cold water valve only and rinse hands under cold water with gloves still on hands for under 20 seconds and then dry off with towel. Manager intervened again.
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee at sushi bar station wearing gloves on hand and touching hat and return to preparing food without washing hands. Manager intervened. Employee turn on cold water valve only and rinse hands under cold water with gloves still on hands for under 20 seconds and then dry off with towel. Manager intervened again.
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee at sushi bar station wearing gloves on hand and touching hat and return to preparing food without washing hands. Manager intervened. Employee turn on cold water valve only and rinse hands under cold water with gloves still on hands for under 20 seconds and then dry off with towel. Manager intervened again.
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee at sushi bar station wearing gloves on hand and touching hat and return to preparing food without washing hands. Manager intervened. Employee turn on cold water valve only and rinse hands under cold water with gloves still on hands for under 20 seconds and then dry off with towel. Manager intervened again.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Whole unwashed produce stored in direct contact inside non food grade bag in walk in cooler
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw prep squid stored over sauce buckets in walk in cooler. Raw prep chicken stored over sauces in walk in cooler. All items properly stored
Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising Red Snapper but uses Porgy or Sea Bream as shown on invoice provided by operator. Assistance from Linda. Operator will change menu and only have fish as snapper.
Establishment advertised crab on menu/menu board but served imitation crab. Operator advertising Spicy Crab and Jalapeno Roll on both house menu and online menu in Sushi roll section but operator is serving imitation crab. Operator does serve real crab but only for the Special Sushi Roll section on menus. Operator will update menus
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Operator has no probe thermometer
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. Operator has several servers hired over 60 days with no proof of training
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. Operator has several servers with no proof of form
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Cloth stored underneath and covering cut prep cucumbers in walk in cooler
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Employee removed
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee wearing watch while preparing food
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler with torn gasket. Reach in cooler on cook line and sushi bar with torn gasket
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use utensils on cook line at 77F standing water
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug light over bags of dry rice in back kitchen area
Open dumpster lid. In back parking lot area
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled white powdered substance in container on cook line. Manager stated it's flour
Mar 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of pineapple juice on dry food storage shelf crimped and dented around top rim of can and on seam of can. Also, one can of hoisin sauce dented at side seam of can. Stop Sale
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face and then rinsed hands for less than 4 seconds and then handled equipment in warewashing area. Operator discussed handwashing with employee.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Non food grade paper towel used as a liner in container of vegetables on cook line and also under multiple fish in sushi making station.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat curry sauce in reach-in cooler across from wok station. Employee removed raw beef to properly store.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken kabobs (47F - Cold Holding); tofu (50F - Cold Holding) in top of flip top reach-in cooler across from fryer. Observed both items stored above chill line of reach-in cooler. Operator had employee start to remove some of the excessive foods stored above chill line.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multiple spray bottles of cleaners improperly stored on same shelf as single service items in cabinets at front area. Operator removed spray bottles of cleaners to properly store.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in triple sink. Discussed with operator. Operator spoke to employee and had employee wash hands in designated hand wash sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on can opener at prep table soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink in warewashing area and at end of cook line used to store misc dishes and cups. Operator removed supplies from both hand wash sinks.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense rice in storage area. Also, cup without handle used to dispense ice from cooler in sushi making station. Operator removed cups from both foods.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf above mop sink area unable to properly air dry
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler and on reach-in coolers in sushi making station soiled. Also, filters in hood area above grill and wok stations soiled.
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee vitamins stored in food preparation area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect near ware washing area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed employee hand sink with dishes stored in sink located next to ware washing area. Manager removed and stored dishes properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn door gaskets on reach coolers in sushi Area.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Employee removed fly sticky tape.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple buckets of sauces stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment electrical piping between uses. Observed In-use tongs stored on equipment electrical piping between uses. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled door gasket on reach in flip top cooler across from grill area.
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