HOT DOG HUT
1439 3 ST S, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 9042473641
Last inspected Aug 12, 2026 · 15 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in prep room under 3 compartment sink.
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Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Aug 12, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
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/ Observed no certified food manager for establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on cook line.
Aug 10, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in prep room under 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler Hot dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (52F - Cold Holding) located on cook line. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 57F.
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/ Observed no certified food manager for establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on cook line.
Aug 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 2 live roaches in prep room under 3 compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach in cooler Hot dogs (56F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (52F - Cold Holding) located on cook line. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 57F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed fryers deeply soiled with grease buildup.
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/ Observed no certified food manager for establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee hand sink without paper towels. Employee provided paper towels.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling tile with water damage.
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. Observed reach in cooler with an ambient temperature of 57F.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 dead roaches on cook line.
Designated employee eating/drinking/smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee vape on counter above food storage. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment on cook line soiled with grease buildup. Observed floors in prep area soiled with grease buildup and food debris.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water inside reach in cooler located on cook line.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed unnecessary stand alone cooler at entrance of kitchen not in use.
May 13, 2026Call 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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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/ Observed Food manager certification expired 7-23-2025.
Mar 5, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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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/ Observed Food manager certification expired 7-23-2025.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at employee hand sink on cook line. Manager provided paper towels for employee handwashing station on.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards in prep area and on top of reach in cooler deeply grooved.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment soiled with grease and food debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled with grease.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed stand alone cooler/freezer not used next to employee hand washing station.
Dec 3, 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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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/ Observed Food manager certification expired 7-23-2025.
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler Hot dogs (48F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (48F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 52F. Operator removed and placed in stand alone cooler. Operator has stand alone cooler to store TCS foods.
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/ Observed Food manager certification expired 7-23-2025.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards in prep area and on top of reach in cooler deeply grooved.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee engaging in food preparation chewing gum.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single service to go containers stored on floor near back room. Manager removed and stored properly.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed stand alone cooler on cook line with standing water.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed stand alone cooler/freezer not used next to employee hand washing station.
Jun 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 5, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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. Observed establishment without employee food training for establishment.
Mar 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 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. Observed establishment without employee food training for establishment.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard to line bottom of stand alone cooler on cook line.
Food stored on floor. Observed open case of bottled water stored on floor of cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed employee hand sink on cook line without employee hand washing sign. Inspector will send copy of employee hand washing sign to operator.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gasket soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed open case of cups stored on floor of dry storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed stand alone cooler/freezer not used next to employee hand washing station.
Nov 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled behind equipment.
Aug 2, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs over ready to eat macaroni salad. Manager removed personal eggs from over macaroni salad.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler Hot dogs (45F - Cold Holding); Jumbo Hot dogs (45F - Cold Holding); Foot long hot dogs (45F); Cole slaw (46F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 45F. Manager will place our dogs in standalone cooler along with Cole slaw.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of degreaser without label. Manager placed label on spray bottle.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed door handles soiled on the stand alone cooler on cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand sink on cook line without hand washing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of single service cups stored on floor next to back door.
Mar 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler hot dogs (52F - Cold Holding); Cole slaw (48F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 48F. Manager stated hot dogs were just opened from stand alone cooler. Manager removed all hot dogs and placed in stand alone cooler. Manager stated Cole slaw was made this morning and moved to stand alone cooler.
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.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles of stand alone freezer.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board deeply grooved.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Manager removed wiping cloth from cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink on cook line used by food employees. Inspector provided copy of hand washing sign for hand washing station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grill filters soiled. Manager showed documentation that cleaners were scheduled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Oct 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed establishment without written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed establishment without chemical test kit when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on cook line deeply grooved.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line. Inspector provided copy of hand washing sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grill filters soiled on cook line.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Single-service to go containers improperly stored located in storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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