KRYSTAL RESTAURANT
5707 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville FL 32216 · 9047331176
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 10 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Observed grease and raw sewage on ground all around grease dumpster area and flowing into parking lot area. Grease dumpster is filled to the rim. As per District Office, REQUEST IMMEDIATE ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLAINT with following day call back
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018009182 | Feb 16, 2018 | Jul 9, 2018 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 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
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has 7 total employees but 4 employees hired over 60 days and no proof of any food handler training
Jul 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at spigot on exterior wall at dumpster area behind grease trap dumpster
Jul 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
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Grease interceptor/trap overflowing onto floor/ground. Observed grease and raw sewage on ground all around grease dumpster area and flowing into parking lot area. Grease dumpster is filled to the rim. As per District Office, REQUEST IMMEDIATE ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLAINT with following day call back
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn dogs (45F - Cold Holding); chicken nuggets (46F - Cold Holding); hot dogs (46F - Cold Holding), all stored in top handy of single door reach in cooler in kitchen area. Items stored for past 2 hrs but door was left slightly open and employee in and out of unit. Employee transfer food in walk in freezer to bring down temperatures
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hash browns (108F - Hot Holding), stored in fry basket sitting for approximately 15 mins. Employee voluntarily discarded chicken patty (127-134F - Hot Holding), stored on front line warmer. Employee reheated to 201F)
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at spigot on exterior wall at dumpster area behind grease trap dumpster
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Crystal Harrison hired over 30 days with no proof of manager certification
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has 7 total employees but 4 employees hired over 60 days and no proof of any food handler training. Already on open warning due 8-22-26
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 several employees with no proof of written agreement
No soap provided at handwash sink. At grill area hand wash sink near drive thru
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures. Employee not using thermometer to take temperature of food hot holding in warmers, during reheating and after cooking beef.
Ambient air thermometer not located in the warmest part of the cold holding unit. In milk reach in cooler near drive thru area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Several ceiling tiles in dining area with water damages
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen area and dining area with dust build up and black mold like substance
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink cup above grill area during food prep
Equipment in poor repair. Handle in disrepair on single door upright reach in cooler/reach in freezer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryer with grease build up. Walk in cooler floor with food debris
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior black build up in oven
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer soiled. Multiple reach in cooler gasket soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler in kitchen
Time/temperature control for safety food not maintained frozen solid in a freezer. Fries in bottom upright reach in freezer on cook line not frozen
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop in mop bucket not hunged
Jun 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has 7 total employees but 4 employees hired over 60 days and no proof of any food handler training
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 several employees with no proof of written agreement
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Hand wash sink near grill area
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Walk in cooler under handle soiled
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen with dust build up
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink area
Equipment in poor repair. Upright reach in cooler and reach in freezer with door handle in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under cooking equipment. In walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior oven with black build up
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of prep table soiled next to fryer
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler near drive thru with milk stained in bottom area
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket not hung
Oct 31, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate12 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 8 employees with no proof of form
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water valve for hot water at hand wash sink near drive thru is turned off
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in dining area with water damages
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling vent in kitchen with dust build up
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license displayed in lobby area
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink area
Equipment in poor repair. Upright reach in cooler and reach in freezer with door handle in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipments with black and soiled build up
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. On cook line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In use cracked pan container in food warmer on cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven with black build up
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer with grease build up. Hood filters with grease build up. Reach in freezer gasket soiled
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink in kitchen near drive thru with leaking faucet
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket not hung
Sep 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate12 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 over 10 new employees with no proof of form
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in dining area with water damages
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents in kitchen with dust build up
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license displayed in lobby area
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink area
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer with torn gasket. Both reach in freezer and reach in cooler on cook line with handle in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under fryer station
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Crack floor tile on cook line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In use cracked pan container in food warmer on cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior oven on cook line with black build up
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of steam table holding area with grease build up
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old label on clean container on dry storage shelf
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket not hung in kitchen area
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher near back kitchen door
Jan 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 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. Several employees hired with no proof of form
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in dining area with water damage
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Above drive thru area with dust build up
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee clothing on top of to go box. Moved by manager.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with watch on wrist
Equipment in poor repair. Two door reach in cooler/freezer with door handle in disrepair
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In use food storage containers used to hot hold foods in warmer in cracked
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven with black build up
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer station soiled
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food held using time as a public health control marked with a time that exceeds the 4-hour limit. Observed container of rehydrating onions stored on cook line. Manager misread company procedure for onions as being stored of 12 hours out of temperature. Procedure states product is under time once reached 41F under refrigeration and removed from refrigeration but not to exceed total of 12 hours from prep while in refrigeration. Manager corrected label on container
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tile near first grill area with dust build up
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Operator has old license displayed. Manager provided new current license
Drain cover(s) missing. Under three compartment sink area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under fryer area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile in disrepair on cook line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven with black build up
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In bottom make table reach in cooler on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover in walk in cooler with build up. Exterior of fryer soiled with grease build up
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink near drive thru area with leaking faucet
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee keys above grill station. Moved by manager.
Equipment in poor repair. Upright single door combo reach in cooler / freezer on cook line with door handle in disrepair
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under cooking grill equipment
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Scoop in standing water at 56F on cook line area. Employee discarded water
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple reach in coolers with soiled gasket. Exterior of side of grill with food debris build up
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of bottom single door reach in freezer on cook line with food debris
Sep 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw bacon (70F - Cold Holding), stored on shelf in walk in cooler, place back in walk in cooler after being left out for orders approximately 30 mins ago.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hash brown (111-115F - Hot Holding, re-temp 199F), stored in holding basket on cook line, place there approximately 10 mins ago as per employee. Manager reheated.
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.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At both hand wash sink in kitchen. Manager provided batteries and now working
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Multiple employees training certificates missing date of birth
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with watch on wrist. Employee removed
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. At back door of kitchen
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on cook line stored at 98F. Manager place container on steam table. Re-temp at 139F
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Bug zapper installed on wall over soda bibs boxes next to ice machine
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of oven with black build up
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Multiple reach in coolers with no ambient thermometer
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Multiple reach in coolers with soiled interior
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At faucet on hand wash sink next to far end of grill area near drive thru
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Quaternary sanitizer at all sanitizer buckets at 0ppm. Employee remade solution at 400ppm.
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.