LA MARSA GRILL & SEAFOOD
5671 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville FL 32216 · 904-371-1021
Last inspected Mar 17, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2024
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4 inspections, swinging between C and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with 61F water temperature due to hot water tank not reaching minimum required temperature
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
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. Person in charge stated there are approximately 5 employee hired at this establishment but unable to provide any proof of forms since manager is not present and has access to all information needed
Jan 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 22 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 22 findings ▾
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1 container of yellow rice (47F - Cooling), stored in container covered with plastic film wrap in walk in cooler that was stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. 4qt yellow rice (51F - Cooling), stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen, covered with plastic film wrap and stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server employee handling customer soiled plate and place at ware washing area and then handling to go foods and doing food prep without washing hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1 container of yellow rice (47F - Cooling), stored in container covered with plastic film wrap in walk in cooler that was stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. 4qt yellow rice (51F - Cooling), stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen, covered with plastic film wrap and stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing 2 separate back flow preventers at mops sinks bib spigots in back kitchen storage area
Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising on menu board "Red Snapper". On previous inspection with Supervisor present, Educated operator on differences when operator showed most recent seafood invoice which shows Snapper Fillet Crimson. Person in charge called manager on phone and manager stated to me that provider of fish stated that Snapper Fillet Crimson and Red Snapper are the same. No invoice was provided during inspection and no box. Employee only had 1 thawed raw piece of fillet snapper to view. Manager on phone stated will remove the word "Red" from the menus in house and drive thru.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. 1 container of yellow rice (47F - Cooling), stored in container covered with plastic film wrap in walk in cooler that was stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. 4qt yellow rice (51F - Cooling), stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen, covered with plastic film wrap and stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaning bucket stored in hand wash sink on front line
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge unable to provide proof of manager certification and no other certified manager present
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At back storage hand wash sink next to ice machine
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Person in charge stated there are approximately 5 employee hired at this establishment but only able to provide proof of 1 employee food handler training certificate since manager is not present and has access to all information needed
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. Person in charge stated there are approximately 5 employee hired at this establishment but unable to provide any proof of forms since manager is not present and has access to all information needed
No soap provided at handwash sink. At back storage hand wash sink next to ice machine
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cups with no handle stored on containers to dispense food
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink container on prep table next to food
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floor soiled with black and sticky build up throughout. Floor soiled with grease build up under cooking equipment's
Food stored on floor. Case of fry oil stored on floor in back storage area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up
Open dumpster lid. In parking lot area
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor in back storage area
Stored food not covered. Frozen foods in open containers not covered in reach in freezer
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket solution not hung
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle with clear solution unlabeled on cook line. Employee states it's water
Sep 10, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing 2 back flow preventers at spigots at mop sink
Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising on menu board "Red Snapper" but as per most recent seafood invoice provided it shows Snapper Fillet Crimson. Educated operator on differences
Sep 9, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority8 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 26 findings ▾
Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee washing hands and then drying with side cloth stored on prep table. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly.
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for approximately 10 seconds with no soap. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee wearing gloves on both hands handling raw prep chicken to place on grill and then removing gloves and putting on new gloves to handle cooked prep food without washing hands after changing task. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly
Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washing hands with no soap. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse equipment and stored away without sanitizing. Reviewed with manager
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing 2 back flow preventers at spigots at mop sink
Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising on menu board "Red Snapper" but as per most recent seafood invoice provided it shows Snapper Fillet Crimson. Educated operator on differences
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade with food debris build up
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink at ware washing area and back area near ice machine
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has 4 food handler employees hired with no proof of 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 5 employees hired with no proof of form completed
No soap provided at handwash sink. At all three hand wash sink in kitchen along with hand wash sink in back kitchen area next to ice machine and hand wash sink on front server area. Since there was no hand soap, employee had to get dish soap and place a small amount into foam cups and stored next to one of the hand wash sink on cook line.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator serves undercooked burgers but no consumer advisory. Provided operator with consumer advisory sign
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with clear solution stored at hand wash sink at server area. Manager states it soap and water
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Several portion cups with no handle stored on containers to dispense food
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles over front serve area near food window with water damage
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup stored under prep table next to food
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial beard preparing food with no beard guard
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floor throughout area with black build up
Food stored on floor. Jug oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Moved by manager. Case of frozen foods stored on floor in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in 77 standing water. Manager discarded water.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield near ware washing area is cracked
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up. Fan stored on prep table with dust on cover next to food being prep. Manager moved fan
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Operator reusing build container with handle that is not easily cleanable to store sugar.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in solution in mop bucket not hung to dry
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled spray bottles stored next to bags of chips in kitchen. Manager stated it's water
Mar 27, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 21, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority8 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with 61F water temperature due to hot water tank not reaching minimum required temperature
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee with gloves on both hands handling raw fish and then handling fries without washing hands. Reviewed with manager and employee wash hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice (45-46F - Cold Holding); cooked wings (45-46F - Cold Holding), both items stored in walk in cooler, manager stated had cooler door open earlier for cleaning. Door is closed now
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter hand wash sink with cleaning spray bottle stored inside
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to show proof of manager certification and other certified manager employed don't have copy to view
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink and ware washing sink and back prep hand wash sink.
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 2 food handler employees hired over 60 days with no proof of 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 no proof of any forms for 5 employees hired. Provided operator with form
No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink and ware washing sink and back prep hand wash sink.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Open gallons of milk in walk in cooler not date marked. Manager stated was open 2 days ago
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water at 61-62F temperature in entire establishment
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile at front counter area with water damage
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 sauce bottles under prep table
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial beard preparing food with no beard guard
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in 64F standing water
Nov 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer at both spigot bibs at mop sink area. Missing multiple back flow preventers on exterior building on spigots
Oct 31, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 8 findings ▾
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer at both spigot bibs at mop sink area. Missing multiple back flow preventers on exterior building on spigots
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towel at all hand wash sinks in kitchen area. Manager provided paper towel for one of sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink at warehouse washing area and back storage area
Plans review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress but not matching. 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. At licensing, plans on file do not match what operator sent in. Operator will revised plans and re-submit to Plan review for approval. Hand wash sink missing on plan on front counter area. Operator states wants to have this relocated. Ice machine not on plans in back storage area along with installed hand wash sink. Reach in make table cooler and prep tables not on plans. Cook line cooking equipments are flip flop and gyro machine is removed.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot running water in entire establishment. Water temperature at 73F. Operator waiting to have gas working
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles in front counter area over drink station in disrepair. Ceiling tile in back storage area missing
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In women's restroom. Operator provided closed lid trash can
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap under back kitchen door with day light showing thru
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.