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1200 RIVERPLACE DR, Jacksonville FL 32207 · (904)396-5938
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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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. Pushed pitta chips with hands, he got gloves and discarded pitas
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 16 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk and half an half opened 2 days ago, upright cooler
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Owner expired in 2025, he still come a couple of hrs and prepares food
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer with old build up
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by triple sink, employee placed some
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine blackish
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On flour
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At front counter
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Portioning cookies, no hair restraint and cook making sandwiches
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Blackish on floor by 1 door prep unit
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container for potato salad is cracked in 1 door reach in cooler
No copy of latest inspection report available. Couldn't find it
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan dusty by oven and handles in mop sink blackish, also build up on pipe by faucet in triple sink, exterior for grinder with old build up, blackish gaskets in upright freezer and upright cooler, shelves with build up under prep tables,
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior food build up, 3 door upright cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In 3 door upright cooler, kitchen
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Faucet in triple sink
Nov 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25 "Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license."
Nov 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25 "Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license."
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/ Richard Hazouri took test on 3-2-20
Sep 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25 "Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license."
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened a foul of days ago, employee discarded it because it was expired
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Washed hands in triple sink, after handling dirty dishes and straining spaghetti, explained to her and she washed hands again in hand sink
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer
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/ Richard Hazouri took test on 3-2-20
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by triple sink, only one, employee placed a roll
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. For employee that doesn't have certification
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. One employee here that comes twice a week for year
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By hand sink
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open drink on prep table, discarded by employee
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cutting pitta
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Faucet in mop sink and fun by oven, exterior of pot for spaghetti, gaskets in coolers, storage shelves
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Upright cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open bag on storage area, closed by employee
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority6 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Employee washed hands for 7 seconds after using restroom, explained to him and he washed again
Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employee came from restroom and grabbed a bag with food, explained to him and he washed hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washed and rinsed knives only, explained to her and she took them back to triple sink
Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Didn't wash dishes properly, explained to her
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice machine, exterior of mider
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by triple sink, employee placed some
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. For employee not trained yet
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Has blank form, employee filled it up
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. One employee here for 7 months here
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Lid in container on floor
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep table, discarded
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Working with open foods
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan by oven, exterior of grinder for croutons
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in upright cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters in storage area, placed them in bag
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On table, discarded by employee
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 10 ppm chl
Aug 20, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 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. Pushed pitta chips with hands, he got gloves and discarded pitas
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Owner drank from an open cup then he schooled pittas, explained to him and he washed hands
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/24
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened earlier yesterday
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink, manager placed one
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Has times but couldn't find procedure, gave another
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By hand sink
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn, 3 door cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of pita grinder, fan in kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. 3 door cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright cooler
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Lemons for customers to grab, explained hinged lid, employee moved them to back
Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Employee came back from bathroom and grabbed container with portioned dressings, explained to her and she washed hands
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. +200 ppm chl for front counter, dark blue then turned a little white, employee diluted it to 100ppm
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Trays with cooked bacon on hand sink by triple sink, mgr moved them
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. For new employee, she read it
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On raw rice
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open drink at front counter
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in upright freezer
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. One upright cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Coffee filters in storage, employee placed it in bag
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Base of handle in triple sink
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table, placed in sanitizer,
Aug 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 16, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Lemons at front counter for customers to grab, no hinged lid, employee removed them
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Chopped ham on Monday, employee wrote date
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mixer head
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Employee cuttings pitas at front counter, no hand sink in this area, she moved to the kitchen
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Has times for all foods. Blank copy found, employee wrote it down
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On raw rice
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. By hand sink, employee secured it
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage in a couple
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Cardboard container with lids under prep table
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Employee placed them both in triple sink to be washed
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan by oven, faucet in triple sink and mop sink, shelves in kitchen
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bread cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright coolers
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container with white powder, employee wrote sugar on it
Jul 17, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired in July 2022
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. 50f in two door prep cooler, one door detaches when open
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.