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JAX 5TH AVE DELI & ALE HOUSE

951 GREENWOOD BLVD, Lake Mary FL 32746 · 407.323.3354

Last inspected Dec 19, 2025 · 11 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats185
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA6904700
Grade history
FEB 24
SEP 24
DEC 24
JUL 25
DEC 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 2 on caster at cookline cooler. - 1 on caster at 6 burner range
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $500

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2024055268Sep 19, 2024Jan 30, 2025$300
4--2019060047Oct 15, 2019Jan 9, 2020$200

Inspection history

11 visits, newest first

Dec 19, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Accumulation of debris on dish trays
Basic/16-15-4/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. - over cookline - over expo area
Basic/36-34-5/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - floors below fryers
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - side of freezer next to fryer
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Dec 19, 2025 · Time Extended
Dec 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. - raw burger patties over cooked potato skins
High priority/08A-02-6/Corrected On-Site
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 2 on caster at cookline cooler. - 1 on caster at 6 burner range
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. - milk operator states opened yesterday
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4
Accumulation of debris on dish trays
Basic/16-15-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - glass door freezer
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust. - over cookline - over expo area
Basic/36-34-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - floors below fryers
Basic/36-73-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - side of freezer next to fryer
Basic/23-03-4
Jul 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - at prep area
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Jul 18, 2025 · Time Extended
Jul 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw shell eggs over cooked chicken wings
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 on caster at cookline - 1 on caster of 6 burner range
High priority/35A-05-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. - at back door
High priority/29-34-4
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. - reach in cooler thermometer reads 67f but ambient temperature is 42f. No secondary thermometer inside. Manager provided
Intermediate/05-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - throughout kitchen
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Basic/32-12-6
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - at prep area
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
Basic/23-03-4
Dec 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris on dish trays
Basic/16-15-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - reach in freezer door handles soiled
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. - throughout kitchen
Basic/36-32-5
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - over cookline
Basic/36-34-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
Basic/36-73-4
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - in prep areas
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in fan covers dusty - side of cooler next to fryers
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Sep 21, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - shredded pork (44F - Cold Holding); - shredded beef (46F - Cold Holding); - chicken (44F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · No tcs foods in cooler Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · No food items held in unit, Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on dish trays.
Basic/16-15-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cooling equipment throughout kitchen
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - over cookline - over expo station
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. - next to fryers
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - over ice machine - over storage area
Basic/38-07-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters - sides of coolers next to fryers
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 21, 2024 · Time Extended
Sep 20, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 2 on wall next to hand wash sink at ware wash station - 3 bottom side of dish machine - 4 behind plastic hose on wall below dish machine - 3 on floor at cook line - 8 on casters on cook line cooler - 20+ on casters below secondary oven. __ Total 38 live roaches
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Live roach activity still present throughout kitchen. - 3 on ledge below dishmachine - 3 on floor below cabinets by windows - 3 on floor near chest freezer - 1 on pan containing bottles of seasoning - 1 on wall near walk in cooler - 1 on floor near bag in box soda - 5 on casters below secondary oven - 3 on floor below cook line cooler - Time Extended
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - shredded pork (44F - Cold Holding); - shredded beef (46F - Cold Holding); - chicken (44F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · No tcs foods in cooler Time Extended
Accumulation of debris on dish trays.
Basic/16-15-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cooling equipment throughout kitchen
Basic/23-24-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - over cookline - over expo station
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
Basic/36-73-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. - next to fryers
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - over ice machine - over storage area
Basic/38-07-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters - sides of coolers next to fryers
Basic/23-03-4/Return visit Sep 20, 2024 · Time Extended
Sep 19, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation

Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

4 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. - beer and energy drink in drink ice
High priority/08B-56-4
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 2 on wall next to hand wash sink at ware wash station - 3 bottom side of dish machine - 4 behind plastic hose on wall below dish machine - 3 on floor at cook line - 8 on casters on cook line cooler - 20+ on casters below secondary oven. __ Total 38 live roaches
High priority/35A-05-4/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. - beer and energy drink in drink ice
High priority/01B-13-4
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - shredded pork (44F - Cold Holding); - shredded beef (46F - Cold Holding); - chicken (44F - Cold Holding)
High priority/03A-02-5
Accumulation of debris on dish trays.
Basic/16-15-4
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - cooling equipment throughout kitchen
Basic/23-24-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. - over cookline - over expo station
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - below fryers
Basic/36-73-4
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. - next to fryers
Basic/36-11-4/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. - over ice machine - over storage area
Basic/38-07-4
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - at prep station
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters - sides of coolers next to fryers
Basic/23-03-4
Open dumpster lid.
Basic/33-16-4
Outlets missing covers below dish machine
Basic/36-24-5/Corrected On-Site
Apr 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multi cutting boards in dry storage area
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over expedite station and cooks line Produce walk in cooler
Basic/36-34-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor by fryer station
Basic/36-11-4/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong stored on oven handle at cooks line
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Tiled walls behind fryers
Basic/36-27-5/Warning/Return visit Apr 23, 2024 · Time Extended
Feb 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.

0 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ All manager certificate expired
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multi cutting boards in dry storage area
Intermediate/22-02-4/Warning
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/
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Emailed operator consumer advisory
Intermediate/02B-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tuna salad made 24 hours ago no date mark at reach 8n cooler on cooks line
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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.
Intermediate/53B-05-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Throughout kitchen
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Over expedite station and cooks line Produce walk in cooler
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates on expedite station not inverted
Basic/24-05-4/Warning
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door by ice machine
Basic/35B-01-4/Warning
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor by fryer station
Basic/36-11-4/Warning
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tong stored on oven handle at cooks line
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in freezer by fryers
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Tiled walls behind fryers
Basic/36-27-5/Warning
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. On the cooks line under counter large cooler; cream (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding)
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On the cooks line under counter large cooler; cream (48F - Cold Holding); chicken (48F - Cold Holding) Ambient temperature 46°
High priority/03A-02-5
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
Intermediate/22-02-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. At the 3 compartment sink area the ceiling is sagging and tiles are not all secure
Basic/36-32-5
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead On the window sill in the dish area 1dead on the wall at the 3 compartment sink 4 dead roaches under the 3 compartment sink
Basic/35A-03-4
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -in the walk in cooler
Basic/36-17-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Basic/10-20-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Several bulb need plastic covers and/or end caps
Basic/38-01-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hand wash sink on the cooks line soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Open Gatorade in the superior cooler, operator removed
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site

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.