HOPTINGERS / LUCKYS
333 1 ST N, Jacksonville FL 32250 · 904-465-5280
Last inspected Aug 27, 2026 · 16 visits since November 2023
AUG 24
FEB 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in prep area. Observed 1 flying insect near walk in cooler located near breeze way between buildings.
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Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Aug 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
The state hasn't published the written report for this visit yet — only the counts above. We check nightly, and it appears here as soon as it does.
Feb 11, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed flying insect on ice bin door located near walk in cooler. Manager killed and discarded fly. Manager cleaned and sanitized ice machine door.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer cooler under grill raw beef balls (44F - Cold Holding). Manager placed in chest freezer to reduce temperature quickly. Observed in reach in cooler Mozzarella cheese (45F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (46F - Cold Holding); Buffalo chicken (45F - Cold Holding); Diced tomatoes (45F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of36F. Observed some items over filled. Manager removed excess product. Manager removed and placed in freezer to quickly reduce temperature.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Sanitizer bucket stored above drawers storing raw food. Manager removed and stored properly.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Observed establishment using TIME As A Public Health Control without documentation from state. Inspector will provide documentation for Time As A Public Health Control.
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 both units.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knives in between equipment on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Aug 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 8 flying insects. 3 flying insects in Hoptingers bar. 1 flying insect in kitchen area. 2 flying insects in prep area. 2 flying insects in up stairs bar at LUCKY'S.
Aug 19, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed dressing containers stored in drink ice. Manager removed and stored properly.
Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 8 flying insects. 3 flying insects in Hoptingers bar. 1 flying insect in kitchen area. 2 flying insects in prep area. 2 flying insects in up stairs bar at LUCKY'S.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in walk in cooler Raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat dressings, sauerkraut. Manager removed and stored properly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed commercially packaged salmon bearing the label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen located in reach in on cook line and also in walk in cooler. See stop sale
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed surface cleaner bottle stored on reach in cooler next to glassware located in upstairs bar. Manager removed and stored properly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed in kitchen threaded hose Bibb without back flow device with hose connected.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener in prep area soiled.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed in service area ladder blocking employee hand washing station. Manager removed and stored properly.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed in soda room CO2 tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Observed ceiling tiles on cook line not smooth nonabsorbent and easily cleanable.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially packaged salmon bearing the label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen located in reach in on cook line and also in walk in cooler. See stop sale
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing watch and rubber bracelets.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of Raw Chicken stored on the floor of walk in cooler. Open case of milk stored on floor of walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored properly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle stored in drink ice located in bar area. Manager removed and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed multiple employee hand sinks throughout kitchen and bar area without Employee hand washing signs. Inspector will send employee Handwashing signs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed employee hand washing faucet not working properly.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in cooler located on cook line.
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 14, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler Mozzarella cheese (49F-56F - Cold Holding). Mozzarella was placed on cook line at 4pm. Mozzarella cheese was filled to rim of pan. Manager removed excess mozzarella cheese. Observed in container of water outside kitchen House made ranch (61F - Cold Holding); House made Tartar sauce with fresh garlic (69F - Cold Holding). Manager placed ice in container. Manager stated she placed dressings in container around 2pm.
Feb 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler Mozzarella cheese (49F-56F - Cold Holding). Mozzarella was placed on cook line at 4pm. Mozzarella cheese was filled to rim of pan. Manager removed excess mozzarella cheese. Observed in container of water outside kitchen House made ranch (61F - Cold Holding); House made Tartar sauce with fresh garlic (69F - Cold Holding). Manager placed ice in container. Manager stated she placed dressings in container around 2pm.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee hand sink at entrance of kitchen. Employee provided paper towels for hand sink.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed Required employee training expired for some employees.
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.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single Observed employee personal items stored on food wrap. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Jan 21, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 17, 2024Call 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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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/. Observed new walk in cooler in different location added without plans submitted to Tallahassee.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed new walk in cooler stocked with food in a unapproved area not on plans.
Oct 15, 2024Call 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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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/. Observed new walk in cooler in different location added without plans submitted to Tallahassee.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed new walk in cooler stocked with food in a unapproved area not on plans.
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 28 flying insects. Observed 25 flying insects on cart across from walk in cooler. Observed 1 flying insect on cook line. Observed 2 flying insects near walk in cooler and prep sink.
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/. Observed new walk in cooler in different location added without plans submitted to Tallahassee.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially packaged salmon no longer frozen and removed from packaging in flip top cooler on cookline. Manager cut bags of salmon during inspection.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed new walk in cooler stocked with food in a unapproved area not on plans.
Aug 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of 28 flying insects. Observed 25 flying insects on cart across from walk in cooler. Observed 1 flying insect on cook line. Observed 2 flying insects near walk in cooler and prep sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drawer cooler on cook line Beef (52F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken (52F - Cold Holding); sausage (51F - Cold Holding). Manager stated all meats were placed in cooler at 10am from the walk-in cooler. Cooler was not turned on at start of inspection. Manager turned cooler on and placed ice on TCS foods.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed hose Bibb in kitchen next to hand sink without back flow device.
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/. Observed new walk in cooler in different location added without plans submitted to Tallahassee.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed commercially packaged salmon no longer frozen and removed from packaging in flip top cooler on cookline. Manager cut bags of salmon during inspection.
Food stored in a prohibited area. Observed new walk in cooler stocked with food in a unapproved area not on plans.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 open cases of bread on floor of walk in cooler. Manager removed and stored bread properly.
Mar 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in prep area. Observed 1 flying insect near walk in cooler located near breeze way between buildings.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vent soiled on cook line near ware washing area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tile in walk in cooler missing.
Nov 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed cut romaine lettuce dated 10-8-2023. See stop sale. Observed cut cucumbers dated 10-27-2023. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bottle of house made ranch dressing (51F - Cold Holding). Bottle was on top of ice bed. Manager added ice and placed bottles in ice.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents in kitchen soiled over ware washing area.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed Unsealed concrete floor in walk-in cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed in prep area Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Employee removed and stored properly.
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