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13475 RANCH RD, Jacksonville FL 32218 · 720-844-0727
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 5 visits since September 2023
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In front buffet area, omelets stored in warmer 118F. Omelets reheated approximately 30 minutes prior. Omelets removed and reheated to 171F.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In kitchen, handwash sink blocked by door, fan and cart. Employee moved items to allow access to handwash sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses quat sanitizer in triple sink, no quat test strips available.
Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator provided certification for one employee thru ServSafe only. Also, employee present today hired over 60 days, no employee training completed.
Food stored on floor. In kitchen area, case of plastic bottle water and case of grits stored on floor.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At buffet area, shelf under juice dispenser, cabinet shelves and drawers have build up of food residue/debris.
Open dumpster lid. One lid open on dumpster.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In kitchen area, case of cutlery kits stored on floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In kitchen on dry storage shelves, multiple food containers not labeled.
Feb 4, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Operator stated he has not taken exam yet, on-site manager since 7/2024.
Dec 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Operator stated he has not taken exam yet, on-site manager since 7/2024.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No quat strips available for triple sink sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen handwash sink. Operator supplied.
Open dumpster lid. Both lids open on dumpster.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open employee drink in stand up reach-in cooler in kitchen. Operator removed.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In kitchen, 2 cases of single service plates stored on floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In kitchen on storage shelves, bulk grits and brown sugar not labeled.
Nov 14, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 13, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In front buffet area, omelets stored in warmer 118F. Omelets reheated approximately 30 minutes prior. Omelets removed and reheated to 171F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Multiple dish chemicals stored with salt container near triple sink. Items moved and stored correctly.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No proof of any certified food manager.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. No measuring device could be provided.
Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. Apples stored by front desk in common area are not wrapped. Apples removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup on shelf in dry food storage area with grits. Drink cup moved and stored correctly.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach in cooler in kitchen, employee unopened drinks stored inside.
Food stored on floor. Packets of hot chocolate on floor in back kitchen. Packets moved and stored correctly.
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