HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS
13934 VILLAGE LAKE CIR, Jacksonville FL 32258 · 904-456-6275
Last inspected Jul 7, 2026 · 7 visits since March 2024
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▲ GETTING WORSE
4 inspections trending down, 34 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. expired 06/01/25
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 1, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple sink set up and in use at 0ppm. Inspector noted sanitizer container is empty. Person in charge replaced and began rewashing dishes.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In double door reach in cooler in kitchen, observed raw bacon stored over case of liquid egg. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In household reach in cooler at buffet line and in overflow reach in cooler in storage area Yogurt, cream cheese, hard boiled eggs, yogurt (44-56F - Cold Holding). Per person in charge had units open frequently due to putting up delivery/ service. Person in charge began moving items to other units holding at 38-40F ambient.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Person in charge unable to provide probe thermometer during inspection. Also, household reach in cooler used for individual yogurt, milk etc. missing ambient thermometer.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Establishment holds items on buffet on time per person in charge. Unable to provide written plan. Inspector emailed operator form.
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 who handles food per person in charge working longer than 60 days with no proof of food handler training.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches on the floor to right of ice machine in kitchen. Person in charge began cleaning.
Dec 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Apples at buffet line not sneeze guard protected or wrapped. Moved by manager.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. expired 06/01/25
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Personal items in kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification available.
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 available.
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. No health reporting form.
Food stored on floor. Tray of coffee bags on floor in kitchen.
Mar 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
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. Of proof of any employee training available. (Per Person In Charge, most are new hire. )
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink container on kitchen prep area. Moved by manager.
Food stored on floor. Boxed foods. Sugar. On floor in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service on floor. Kitchen.
Mar 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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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 CFM certification ERIC LYMAN 12/12/22
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop touching ice in ice bin. Moved by manager
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed Single Service items on floor. Moved by manager.
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.