LA FAVORITA GROCERY STORE
7146 BEACH BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32216 · 904-577-9555
Last inspected Dec 15, 2025 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live flying insect in back kitchen neat to ware washing area Observed 1 live flying insect in dining room area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Dec 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front line hand wash sink with spoon stored inside. Moved by manager.
Equipment in poor repair. Right side reach in cooler door with torn gasket
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryer with grease build up
Food stored on floor. Case of produce stored on floor in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of fryer with grease build up. Right side of hood filters with grease build up
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler shelves with food debris
Aug 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 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/ Manager Dennis Pena with expired certificate dates 5-30-25
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup stored in cheese container at flip top reach in cooler. Moved by manager.
Equipment in poor repair. Make table reach in cooler with torn gasket
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor in walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Bag of raw produce onions stored on floor in kitchen. Employee properly stored
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Bottom interior of reach in cooler with standing water
Mar 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 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 priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Operator removed hand wash sink from cook line area next to stove top and relocated it near walk in cooler. Informed operator that will need to submit updated plans with changes and to get approval from Tallahassee Plan Review department
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator removed hand wash sink from cook line area next to stove top and relocated it near walk in cooler. Informed operator that will need to submit updated plans with changes and to get approval from Tallahassee Plan Review department
Jan 3, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Operator removed hand wash sink from cook line area next to stove top and relocated it near walk in cooler. Informed operator that will need to submit updated plans with changes and to get approval from Tallahassee Plan Review department
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator removed hand wash sink from cook line area next to stove top and relocated it near walk in cooler. Informed operator that will need to submit updated plans with changes and to get approval from Tallahassee Plan Review department
Dec 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 2 tied clear bags of yellow rice (49-50F - Cooling), stored in 2 door glass reach in cooler in kitchen from overnight with no additional preparation as per manager and employee. Stop sale issued. Employee discarded
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 4 qt container of cooked pork tamales with prep date 12-12-24 and 7 qt container of cooked chicken tamales with prep date 12-17-24, both items stored in 2 door glass reach in cooler in kitchen and validated correct date on label with employee and manager. Stop sale issued
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 4 qt container of cooked pork tamales with prep date 12-12-24 and 7 qt container of cooked chicken tamales with prep date 12-17-24, both items stored in 2 door glass reach in cooler in kitchen and validated correct date on label with employee and manager. Stop sale issued
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 2 tied clear bags of yellow rice (49-50F - Cooling), stored in 2 door glass reach in cooler in kitchen from overnight with no additional preparation as per manager and employee. Stop sale issued. Employee discarded
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Fried yuca (99F - Hot Holding), place there approximately 30 mins ago after cooking, employee reheating
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. 2 tied clear bags of yellow rice (49-50F - Cooling), stored in 2 door glass reach in cooler in kitchen from overnight with no additional preparation as per manager and employee. Stop sale issued. Employee discarded
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Operator removed hand wash sink from cook line area next to stove top and relocated it near walk in cooler. Informed operator that will need to submit updated plans with changes and to get approval from Tallahassee Plan Review department
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Operator removed hand wash sink from cook line area next to stove top and relocated it near walk in cooler. Informed operator that will need to submit updated plans with changes and to get approval from Tallahassee Plan Review department
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl stored inside salsa container in glass 2 door reach in cooler
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in make table cooler with torn gasket
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk in cooler Under flat top and fryer cooking equipment
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up Exterior fryer and flat top equipment soiled with grease build up
Aug 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 6, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1 bag yellow rice and 1 bag white rice (61-64F - Cooling), both items stored overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Both are tied in clear food grade bag in upright double door reach in glass cooler in kitchen area with condensation inside bag. Stop sale issued cooked pork (69-72F - Cooling), stored in deep metal pan covered with lid in walk in cooler and was stored overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Stop sale issued
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw prep fish stored over frijoles in upright double door reach in cooler in kitchen. Raw shell eggs stored over produce in walk in cooler. All items properly stored by manager
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. 1 filled container of cooked chicken tamales and 1 filled container of cooked pork tamales with prep date 7-29-24 on container inside upright double door reach in cooler in kitchen area. Validate prep date with employee and manager was correct. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 1 filled container of cooked chicken tamales and 1 filled container of cooked pork tamales with prep date 7-29-24 on container inside upright double door reach in cooler in kitchen area. Validate prep date with employee and manager was correct. Stop sale issued.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1 bag yellow rice and 1 bag white rice (61-64F - Cooling), both items stored overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Both are tied in clear food grade bag in upright double door reach in glass cooler in kitchen area with condensation inside bag. Stop sale issued cooked pork (69-72F - Cooling), stored in deep metal pan covered with lid in walk in cooler and was stored overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Stop sale issued
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. 1 bag yellow rice and 1 bag white rice (61-64F - Cooling), both items stored overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Both are tied in clear food grade bag in upright double door reach in glass cooler in kitchen area with condensation inside bag. Stop sale issued cooked pork (69-72F - Cooling), stored in deep metal pan covered with lid in walk in cooler and was stored overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Stop sale issued
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored next to food in kitchen
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Cases of fry oil stored on floor in kitchen area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of grill area soiled
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior shelves of glass upright reach in cooler soiled
Feb 12, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. White rice (77F - Cooling), stored in plastic bag tied in a knot and stored in double door reach in cooler from overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Stop sale issued. cooked green chili salsa (88-109F - Cooling), stored in huge metal deep pot sitting on prep table in kitchen, place there and left there after cooking yesterday at approximately 10pm overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Manager stated that food was too hot to place in cooler last night and was going to have it done today. Reviewed cooling guidelines and provided cooling guidelines worksheet. Stop sale issued. cooked red beef sauce (48-50F - Cooling), stored in huge metal deep pot on shelf in walk in cooler covered with lid and condensation under lid, place there and left there after cooking yesterday at approximately 10pm overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Reviewed cooling guidelines and provided cooling guidelines worksheet. Stop sale issued.
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee crack raw shell eggs with gloved hand and then handle bread to prepare food with same gloved hand without washing hands and changing gloves. Reviewed with manager. Manager intervened.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cut prep lettuce in front line make table reach in cooler. Moved by manager. Raw prep chicken stored over raw prep pork in glass front counter butcher area. Employee properly stored
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee handle raw bacon with gloves on hand and place on grill from make table reach in cooler, and then handle clean to go container with same gloved hands without washing hands and changing gloves. Review with manager. Manager intervened.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. White rice (77F - Cooling), stored in plastic bag tied in a knot and stored in double door reach in cooler from overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Stop sale issued. cooked green chili salsa (88-109F - Cooling), stored in huge metal deep pot sitting on prep table in kitchen, place there and left there after cooking yesterday at approximately 10pm overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Manager stated that food was too hot to place in cooler last night and was going to have it done today. Reviewed cooling guidelines and provided cooling guidelines worksheet. Stop sale issued. cooked red beef sauce (48-50F - Cooling), stored in huge metal deep pot on shelf in walk in cooler covered with lid and condensation under lid, place there and left there after cooking yesterday at approximately 10pm overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Reviewed cooling guidelines and provided cooling guidelines worksheet. Stop sale issued.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. White rice (77F - Cooling), stored in plastic bag tied in a knot and stored in double door reach in cooler from overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Stop sale issued. cooked green chili salsa (88-109F - Cooling), stored in huge metal deep pot sitting on prep table in kitchen, place there and left there after cooking yesterday at approximately 10pm overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Manager stated that food was too hot to place in cooler last night and was going to have it done today. Reviewed cooling guidelines and provided cooling guidelines worksheet. Stop sale issued. cooked red beef sauce (48-50F - Cooling), stored in huge metal deep pot on shelf in walk in cooler covered with lid and condensation under lid, place there and left there after cooking yesterday at approximately 10pm overnight with no additional preparation today as per employee and manager. Reviewed cooling guidelines and provided cooling guidelines worksheet. Stop sale issued.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottled drinks stored on shelf next to food in kitchen. Manager discarded
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler floor
Food stored on floor. Cases of plantains stored on floor in back kitchen area at warehouse washing area. Moved by manager.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior shleves of glass double door reach in cooler soiled
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Operator cleaning and reusing commercial dressing containers to fill and dispenser clean potable water for preparation
Stored food not covered. Cooked beans in double door glass reach in cooler uncovered
Jul 12, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 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 wall outside at back door on water spigot with attached water hose
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 Maikel L as manager not certified after 30 days hire
Jul 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked pork (49-64F - Cooling); beef gravy stew (47-51F - Cooling), both items stored in walk in cooler overnight as per employee with no additional prep today. Beef gravy stew stored in huge deep metal cooking pot with lid and cooked pork stored in metal pan with foil and condensation under lid. Stop sale issued 1 bag of cooked rice (45-51F - Cooling); frijoles (51-55F - Cooling); cooked frijoles (49-53F - Cooling), all items stored in upright glass double door reach in cooler and stored over night as per employee with no additional prep today. Stop sale issued
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 live flying insect in back kitchen neat to ware washing area Observed 1 live flying insect in dining room area
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over cooked foods in glass double door reach in cooler. Employee properly stored
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked pork (49-64F - Cooling); beef gravy stew (47-51F - Cooling), both items stored in walk in cooler overnight as per employee with no additional prep today. Beef gravy stew stored in huge deep metal cooking pot with lid and cooked pork stored in metal pan with foil and condensation under lid. Stop sale issued 1 bag of cooked rice (45-51F - Cooling); frijoles (51-55F - Cooling); cooked frijoles (49-53F - Cooling), all items stored in upright glass double door reach in cooler and stored over night as per employee with no additional prep today. Stop sale issued
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken, beef and pork (105-120F - Hot Holding), all items stored in hot case and place there approximately 40 mins ago as per employee after reheating. Employee reheated all items over 165F and place lids on top and more hot water under pans
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer at wall outside at back door on water spigot with attached water hose
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. Provided operator with Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Cooked pork (49-64F - Cooling); beef gravy stew (47-51F - Cooling), both items stored in walk in cooler overnight as per employee with no additional prep today. Beef gravy stew stored in huge deep metal cooking pot with lid and cooked pork stored in metal pan with foil and condensation under lid. Stop sale issued
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 Maikel L as manager not certified after 30 days hire
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 4 food handler employees working but no certified manager present
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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At butcher meat cutting station
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee clothing stored on top of food cans in back kitchen area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk In cooler floor soiled
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Walk in cooler floor in disrepair
Food stored on floor. Bag of produce onions on floor next to ware washing area Case of food on floor in walk in cooler
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in glass door reach in cooler soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cases of cups stored on floor next to ice machine in back kitchen
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.