GUSTO ITALIAN RESTAURANT
1266 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.372.9925
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects in kitchen near ware washing area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018032132 | Jun 13, 2018 | Oct 29, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 19 findingsThe state's own report →
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed non food grade paper towel lining spinach in a container located in stand alone cooler near salad station. Manager removed paper towel.
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed in stand alone cooler near salad station 2 non food grade to go bags storing bread slices. Manager discarded the bread.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in bar in ice container with hinged lid Blue cheese stuffed olives (50F - Cold Holding). Observed on counter in front of pizza service area Butter pats (61F - Cold Holding). Manager removed and placed in walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed package of Krazy glue stored over food preparation near food storage.
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 or more employees engaging in food preparation without a certified food manager on duty.
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. Observed some employee food training not available for employee employed from 2024.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauces in large buckets in walk in cooler without date marks. Employee stated they were made last Saturday.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles containing chemical substances without labels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in walk in cooler large bucket of sauce its metal pan without a handle used to dispense. Manager removed and stored properly.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in food storage area CO2 tank not adequately secured.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on prep areas located on cook line. 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 phone stored on prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at back kitchen exit door.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed employee hand washing sign for employee hand washing station missing at pizza cooking area. Inspector will provide copy of employee handwashing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill soiled with grease. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed in food storage large container of flour with scoop handle inside of flour. Employee removed and stored properly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed area near ware washing concrete floor not sealed also area front of walk in cooler.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee with bare hand garnish fries with cheese to be served to customer. Discarded fries and remade order.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw shrimp and raw shell eggs stored over cooked pasta located on Cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed employee with bare hand garnish fries with cheese to be served to customer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Blue cheese stuffed olives (62F - Cold Holding) in bar garnish storage container. Employee placed in reach in cooler.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed frozen sausage in employee hand sink to thaw at entrance of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed establishment with 4 or more employees engaging in food preparation without a certified food manager on duty.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles containing dawn soap and cleaner without labels. Employee placed labels on spray bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple drinks throughout kitchen stored on prep tables, dish machine and in bar area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored next to glassware. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Food stored on floor. Observed buckets of greens stored on floor located in walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly. Observed boxes of bread stored on floor located in walk in freezer. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance. Observed filters over grill soiled with grease.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed area near ware washing concrete floor not sealed also area front of walk in cooler.
Jun 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employee engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed no certified food service manager on duty with four or more employee engaged in food preparation/handling.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 Filter in storage room not adequately secured
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed dishes stored in soiled dish rack on dry rack.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed multiple cloths used to line the bottom on reach in coolers.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of exit door.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed bag of onions,carrots and case of lettuce stored floor of walk in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed area near ware washing concrete floor not sealed also area front of walk in cooler.
Nov 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer without a label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of back door of kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs on pizza door handle located in pizza area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler in pizza area soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed area near ware washing concrete floor not sealed also area front of walk in cooler.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects in kitchen near ware washing area.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without a label.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks not adequately secured in dry storage area. Manager properly secured tanks.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of back door of kitchen.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on pizza door handle located in pizza area. Manager removed and stored tongs properly.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed light shield cracked near ware washing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets on reach in cooler in pizza area soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed area near ware washing concrete floor not sealed also area front of walk in cooler.
May 7, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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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. Server in kitchen touched nose with bare hand and immediately handled clean pan and ice scoop without washing hands. Inspector coached employee on proper hand washing procedures. Employee washed hands correctly.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In dry storage area, multiple chemicals stored next to containers of fryer oil. Chemicals moved and stored correctly.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In front bar reach in cooler, two containers of cream opened two days prior not dated. Employee dated items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Long white cutting board in front of flip top cooler in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In walk in cooler, marinara sauce, lasagna and pans of pasta all prepared two days prior not dated. Employee dated items.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing blue chemical cleaner stored on shelf below prep table near cook line in kitchen. Bottle labeled.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. White ice bucket stored by ice machine in kitchen. Bucket inverted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket and cigarettes stored on shelf in dry food storage area with food items. Employee items moved and stored correctly.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryer in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice build up in walk in freezer.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Cracked light shield in kitchen near dish area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in men's restroom in dining area. Operator printed and posted sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach in cooler gaskets in kitchen. Multiple handles for reach in coolers and convection oven in kitchen. Sides of fryer in kitchen.Employee began cleaning.
Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster behind establishment. Lid closed.
Single-service items for customer self-service not properly protected to prevent contamination. Unwrapped black plastic straws stored on bar top within customer reach. Straws moved and stored correctly.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Small area of floor near walk in cooler entrance. Small area of floor by dish machine.
Jul 12, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. house made lemon sauce (77F); chicken broth (75F) stored at room temperature on cook line. Chef stated food was taking out of the cooler 2 hours ago. Chef placed food in a container of ice. Suggested to chef to use time control and emailed him time control handout.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. No vacuum breaker on added splitter to mop sink faucet in non chemical side, blue hose attached to non chemical side.
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.