JJ SHARKS FISH AND CHICKEN
3625 ST JOHNS BLUFF RD S, Jacksonville FL 32224 · 904-661-1135
Last inspected Jan 13, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 17 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two flying insects: one in prep area and one near walk-in-cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee handled raw fish, then changed gloves without washing hands and handled to go trays and cooked fries. Discussed with operator. Operator discussed handwashing with employee and employee went and washed hands
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed raw chicken to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed blade of can opener in prep area and multiple soda nozzles on self dispersing soda machine in dining area soiled.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed two CO2 tanks not adequately secured in dry food storage area.
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles, vents on cook line and prep areas soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed handle on rice cooker in prep area in disrepair.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed two scoops stored in standing water of less than 135F on bottom shelf next to fryers. Operator emptied standing water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple filters in hood above fryers soiled. Also, exterior of trash can on cook line soiled. Also, inner side door of ice machine soiled.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn foil covering shelf in prep area.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed wrapped sleeves of single service to go trays stored on floor in dry storage area.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed LP gas tank stored in dry food storage area. Operator removed LP tank and placed outside.
Aug 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two flying insects: one in prep area and one near walk-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw fish, raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding) in walk-in-cooler. Operator stated door had been opened and closed a lot during lunch. Operator placed ice on products and rechecked temps at 40F-41F. Also, house made tzatziki (45F - Cold Holding)in top of flip top reach-in cooler on cook line. Observed tzatziki store higher than chill rim of cooler. Operator placed in bottom of reach-in cooler to chill.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored next to olive oil at back counter of front service line. Employee removed spray bottle of window cleaner to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on can opener in prep area, soda nozzle on water at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink on cook line. Operator replenished soap.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles in kitchen, prep and cook line areas soiled.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle of rice cooker at cook line in disrepair. Also, hole in side of reach in freezer on cook line.
Food stored on floor. Box with single service to go condiments stored on floor under front counter. Operator removed to properly store.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Fly light hanging over prep table. Operator removed light to hang in an approved area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on multiple reach-in coolers on cook line and front service line soiled. Operator started to clean during this inspection. Also, filters in hood above fryers soiled. Also, exterior of food bins holding seasonings in prep area soiled.
Feb 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish stored over ready to eat beef in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed cooked beef to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on can opener soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to ice machine. Operator replenished paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense foods in reach-in cooler in prep area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Lid missing from waste receptacle in women's restroom.
Equipment in poor repair. Handle for reach-in cooler in kitchen area across from grill missing handle. Also, handle on rice cooker on prep table in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Bag in box soda and plastic bottles of water stored on floor in dry food storage. Also, boxes with sealed single use condiments stored on floor under front counter.
Oct 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of vine leaves stuffed with rice dented/ crimped along top rim of can. Stop Sale.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in prep area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade of Wedgers in prep area and on wall near prep area soiled.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two Unlabeled bottles containing toxic substance stored on shelf near soda dispensing machine in dining area. Operator labeled both bottles of cleaner.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Lid/ cover missing from waste receptacle in women's restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal belonging stored on shelf next to single service plasticware near drive thru window. Operator removed employee purse to properly store.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach-in cooler on front service line soiled.
Mar 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Spray can of household pesticide stored in kitchen area near chemical shelf. Operator removed spray can of Raid.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over ready to eat potatoes in walk in freezer- raw chicken not commercially packaged. Operator removed raw chicken to properly store.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray can containing toxic substance stored on shelf next to single service plasticware. Operator removed spray can of WD-40 to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, portable cutting board on cook line across from buffet soiled/ stained.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on sandwich press across from buffet soiled.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave across from grill area soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of single use bread bag to store raw chicken.
Oct 16, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed hydrogen peroxide stored on top of hand washing station. Employee removed and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in display cooler on front counter Cut lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); cooked cabbage (55F - Cold Holding); Cooked carrots (55F - Cold Holding). Employee stated all foods were brought out 3 hours prior. Employee placed ice in bottom of flip top cooler. Took second temperature of TCS foods at 43F and below.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed container being stored in hand sink. Employee removed and stored container properly to allow hand washing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed drink stored on prep table in drive through area. Observed bottle of water stored on shelf near plates. Employee removed and stored properly.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed walk-in cooler and freezer floors soiled.
Food stored on floor. Observed cases of beef and lamb stored on floor of freezer. Observed bag of chick peas stored on floor near back of kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed Lights in food preparation near drive through missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed hand washing sign missing at hand sink on front counter. Observed hand sink near ware washing area missing paper towels. Inspector provided hand washing sign. Employee provided paper towels for hand washing station.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
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.