ISLAND SPICE GRILL
5960 RICHARDS ST, Jacksonville FL 32216 · 904.884.8000
Last inspected Apr 29, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Two by triple sink
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Apr 29, 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
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operator failed to submit a Commissary Notification form to the division for each commissary prior to use. Operator stated he uses Jax Kitchen but the owner to.d me he is not longer there/paying
Feb 12, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine sanitizer
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. Emailed one
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operator failed to submit a Commissary Notification form to the division for each commissary prior to use. Operator stated he uses Jax Kitchen but the owner to.d me he is not longer there/paying
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Couldn't find it
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Opened drink above prep area
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Getting turnover/pattie and has no beard guard
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under water heater, black build up
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. Operator placed placard on window with number
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Window open, operator closed it
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Very faded, emailed one
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. By water heater
Oct 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Operator grabbed raw fish then washed hands for 7 seconds and scooped cooked food, explained to him and he washed hands
Live, small flying insects found. Two by triple sink
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25, food truck set up on Hogan and Bay in downtown Jacksonville. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 113f cooked shrimp on ledge of fryer, employee heated it to 165f
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Stopping foods
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. Emailed one
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bag with shrimp in it, employee moved it
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
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. For employee helping today only, has blank copy
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee got it
Nonself-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operator failed to submit a Commissary Notification form to the division for each commissary prior to use. Jax kitchen owner stated he doesn't use his kitchen anymore, operator stated he uses another one, emailed commissary letter
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook cooking
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Scooping foods
Food stored on floor. Oil jug
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Door and windows opened
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Emailed one, placed one
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water heater dripping slowly
Mar 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1850 EMERSON STREET ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Wooded cutting board on prep table
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator has no decal. Operator found and posted decal
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. No numbers on exterior
Oct 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 1850 EMERSON STREET ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1850 EMERSON STREET ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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. Operator has 1 food handler employee hired under 60 days with no proof of form
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting butcher board with excessive cut marks
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not displayed on exterior of food truck
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Service window not kept closed when not actually serving a customer
Aug 25, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1850 EMERSON STREET ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not displayed on exterior of food truck
Jul 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1850 EMERSON STREET ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flying insects inside food truck. Both Service window and non service windows kept not kept closed when not actually serving a customer. No call back inspection needed as per Senior Mandy Driggers
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. Discussed and provided the Employee Health Reporting Agreement form during the inspection.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Person in charge is owner and has no proof of manager certification and no other certified manager employed at this establishment
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Operator using chlorine to sanitize but has no test strips
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. Discussed and provided the Employee Health Reporting Agreement form during the inspection.
Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Owner stated is using Jax commissary kitchen but as per owner of Jax commissary kitchen, this food truck is no longer part of his current registry. Food truck owner also stated he has storage and uses ware washing at Mall in parking lot at Arlington. Towards in of inspection, owner of food truck was able to get back on with Jax Kitchen Commissary and validated information by speaking with commissary owner on phone during inspection. Reviewed with operator A private residence cannot be utilized to obtain potable water, dump waste water or to prepare, cook or store food. If vehicle needs to store food, engage in food preparation or engage in dishwashing, the vehicle will be required to have a DBPR or department of agriculture licensed food service commissary.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting butcher board with excessive cut marks
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with watch on wrist
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not displayed on exterior of food truck
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Service window not kept closed when not actually serving a customer.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed 3 live flying insects inside food truck. Both Service window and non service windows kept not kept closed when not actually serving a customer.
Jul 26, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 1850 EMERSON STREET ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. Person in charge is owner and has no proof of manager certification and no other certified manager employed at this establishment
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not displayed on exterior of food truck
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.