HOOTERS
8938 SAN JOSE BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32257
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
DEC 24
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JAN 26
APR 26
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found 3 tiny flies at bar by Hand Wash Sink.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb at parking lot side of building missing vacuum breaker. Also, missing vacuum breaker at hose bibb on non chemical side of mop sink with black hose attached.
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. Person in charge unable to provide proof of employee training for any employee at time of inspection due to unable to provide date training was taken on computer system.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance and dust accumulated on vents throughout establishment, especially above server area, in dining room, at to go area.
Jul 29, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine in bar testing at 0ppm. Will utilize main dishmachine until unit can be serviced.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb at parking lot side of building missing vacuum breaker. Also, missing vacuum breaker at hose bibb on non chemical side of mop sink with black hose attached.
Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Establishment advertises "fresh lime juice" on multiple drink menu items. Per person in charge is utilizing Natalie's Bottled Juice, not squeezing on site from original fruit.
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. Person in charge unable to provide proof of employee training for any employee at time of inspection due to unable to provide date training was taken on computer system.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance and dust accumulated on vents throughout establishment, especially above server area, in dining room, at to go area.
Jul 28, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 19 violations recorded, 7 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
7 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine in bar testing at 0ppm. Will utilize main dishmachine until unit can be serviced.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects in back kitchen area by ice machine. Observed approximately six flying insects under soda station in server area.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed three rodent droppings on the floor to right of ice machine in kitchen. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings on the floor behind the ice machine in the kitchen. Observed approximately 5 rodent droppings on the floor in dry storage area by back in box soda storage. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings on the floor of water heater room across from employee restroom in back kitchen. Observed 3 rodent droppings on floor upstairs in storage area in front of old safe.
Rodent burrow or rodent nesting materials present. Observed packet of jelly with chew marks on glue trap in dry storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken in pan held on ice in kitchen at 50F. Person in charge moved from walk in cooler less than 1 hour ago. Person in charge added more ice around pan. Also, in walk in cooler on shelf closest to door chicken, chicken, beef, shrimp at 45-47F. Establishment just has delivery, door was open. Moved items to back of unit holding 41F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottles of various chemicals stored over cases of single service items on shelf in dry storage area. Also Lysol cleaner stored with sauce bottles on dry storage shelf.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb at parking lot side of building missing vacuum breaker. Also, missing vacuum breaker at hose bibb on non chemical side of mop sink with black hose attached.
Misrepresentation of a fruit or fruit juice. Establishment advertises "fresh lime juice" on multiple drink menu items. Per person in charge is utilizing Natalie's Bottled Juice, not squeezing on site from original fruit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at employee restroom.
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. Person in charge unable to provide proof of employee training for any employee at time of inspection due to unable to provide date training was taken on computer system.
Raw or undercooked oysters offered and consumer advisory provided does not contain the required verbiage. Establishment has oyster verbiage on menu that does not match requirement. Sent to person in charge who posted at host stand.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed mold like substance and dust accumulated on vents throughout establishment, especially above server area, in dining room, at to go area.
Dead flying insects on premises. Observed approximately 10 dead flying insects on windows sills in dining room. Observed one dead flying insects on interior bottom of to go reach in cooler with drink and applesauce storage.
Equipment in poor repair. Door to walk in cooler bent leaving sharp edge. Also rusted. Observed several handles to utensils melted.
Floors walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Heavy grease accumulation on floor at cookline. Observed large amount of standing water on the floor in the kitchen, in the bar area. Floor in kitchen missing tiles, not smooth and easily cleanable. Damage to floor under soda station at server area.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in ceiling around soda lines above bag in box storage. Holes in wall at dishpit area. Ceiling holes in water heater room. Hole in wall at employee restroom. Hole in ceiling above ice machine. Ceiling tile missing in kitchen where computer is installed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of in use single service cases visibly soiled on shelf below prep table in kitchen. Soda plates at server station with mold like substance accumulation.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed old food debris and old labels/ label residue on multiple clean dishware items in kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink at bar leaking at pipe underneath. Person in charge added catch bucket during inspection.
Apr 9, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Supply not connected. Fixed. By manger. 100 ppm chlorine.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing at outside mop sink.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Employee bathroom door by rear exit missing.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Prep line.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by end bar, kitchen, dish machine line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on floors by cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles by cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled interior base of drawer coolers.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Old food debris on cleaned pans. Dry rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : dry rack.
Jan 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found 3 tiny flies at bar by Hand Wash Sink.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.,Issa g door at employee restroom near rear exit. Per Person In Charge. Work in progress.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Prep line.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at outside mop sink. Replaced by manger.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with large beard and no beard restraint.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water of floor by bar.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by side of Dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled interior base of drawer coolers. Heavily soiled food cart. Kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of kitchen cooler.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered Bulk food container of flour. Dry goods.
Nov 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 8, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Employee restroom removed. Now turned into dry storage. Hand Wash Sink in restroom removed. Floor drain plugged / covered.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled interior of ice bin. Wait-station.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor behind cook line equipment.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on floor behind cook line equipment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Multiple floor tiles missing at prep line. Dish machine line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled interior base of drawer coolers.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of prep cooler. Kitchen
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet fixture. Prep line.
Feb 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One tiny fly by bar area.
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 employee training expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at wait-station. Green chemical.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Rear employee restroom in disrepair. Loose door. Gap at bottom of door.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Disabled self closing mechanism on employee restroom door. Rear kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Prep line coolers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on kitchen prep table. Moved by manager.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floors in disrepair by cook line. Loose, missing tiles.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle in ice. At bar. Moved by manager
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Old equipment. Clutter by rear near walk in cooler.
Aug 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Damaged ceiling vent in kitchen. Ceiling tile missing. Cardboard in its place.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty ceiling vents, tiles. Kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of reach in coolers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag and hat on prep table in kitchen. Moved by manager.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tiles in kitchen.
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Cleaned utensils cloth dried. Manager intervened.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in dining room.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee apron on plate in kitchen. Moved by manager.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor behind equipment by corner cookline.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking faucet at Three compartment sink.
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.