LA NOPALERA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
4530 ST JOHNS AVE, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 904.388.8828
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 20 visits since December 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 12 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flies in kitchen/prep area in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025047419 | Apr 17, 2025 | Oct 27, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2020000127 | Dec 23, 2019 | Jan 31, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
20 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed establishment open and serving food to the public with a license that expired June 1, 2026.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; multiple food items at temperatures of 49-52F in flip top cooler on cook line. Person in charge stated food items were removed from walk-in cooler and placed in reach in cooler 3 hours prior. Raw chicken, raw beef, and cut tomatoes at temperatures of 69-72F stored in metal pans on cook line. Pans were in ice baths but ice only touching bottoms. Person in charge stated food items were placed in pans 3 hours prior. Raw fish and shredded cheese at temperatures of 58-63F stored in walk-in cooler near far exit by dry storage. Person in charge stated cheese and fish was moved from main walk-in cooler to this walk-in cooler 3 hours prior. All food items were placed in main walk-in cooler or had ice added. Cut tomatoes, shredded cheese, cut lettuce (49-52F - Cold Holding); Raw chicken, raw beef, cut tomatoes (69-72F - Cold Holding); Raw fish, shredded cheese (58-63F - Cold Holding)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink closest to walk-in cooler.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottles with chemical inside stored in multiple locations throughout kitchen area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small white bowl used as scooping mechanism is spice container in dry storage.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile above main walk-in cooler door.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed interior of main walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor behind bar.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple boxes of fryer oil stored on floor near far exit by dry storage.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven door handle on cook line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in disrepair causing water to leak on to floor at hand wash sink near walk-in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed plumbing in disrepair causing water to leak on to floor at hand wash sink near walk-in cooler.
May 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 3 live flying insects by case of onions near rear exit of kitchen. Person in charge began disposing of flying insects.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over ready to eat cheese in standing reach in cooler across from walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris build up in interior of reach in coolers on cook line.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink behind bar.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple containers of food items cooked between 3 and 2 days prior with no date marking in walk-in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed hand wash sink missing hot water turn dial at hand wash sink behind bar. Hand wash sink has no way of dispensing hot water with no turn dial.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple missing ceiling tiles above walk-in cooler door.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on main cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed interior of walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple cracked floor tiles throughout kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food debris build up on gaskets of reach in cooler doors on cook line.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in disrepair under hand wash sink near walk-in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed plumbing in disrepair under hand wash sink by walk-in cooler. When water runs it drains directly on to floor.
Mar 10, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 9, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee on cook line remove 2 tortillas from package with bare hands and place on flat top grill. Employee then removed tortillas from grill with bare hands and then donned gloves to add ingredients. Inspector educated employee about avoiding bare hand contact with ready to eat foods.
Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 6 live flying insects behind bar area under soda gun. Person in charge began cleaning area.
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/ Observed 2 expired certified food manager certifications. Both certifications expired 08/07/2025.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed excess mold like substance build up directly on dispenser of soda gun behind bad. Person in charge began cleaning soda gun.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed; no paper towels at hand wash sink on cook line. No paper towels at hand wash sink behind bar. No paper towels at hand wash sink across from three compartment sink. No paper towels for hand wash sink near walk-in cooler. Employee provided paper towels for hand wash sink on cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed; no soap at hand wash sink across from three compartment sink. No soap at hand wash sink near walk-in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed multiple cooked food items with no date markings cooked 2-4 days prior in walk-in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple missing ceiling tiles above walk-in cooler closest to cook line.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed missing cove molding behind bar area.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle in women's restroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable near hand wash sink on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed interior of walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple containers of washed and cut produce stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; heavy mold like substance build up on both walk-in cooler door gaskets. Liquid and mold like substance build up in soda gun holster behind bar.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in disrepair and piping missing under hand wash sink near walk-in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water draining on to floor from hand wash sink when hand wash sink faucet is turned on. Piping is disconnected causing water to drain on to floor.
Oct 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed pan of raw beef stored over ready to eat cooked tamales in standing reach in cooler by walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; multiple food items on cook line at temperatures of 48-62F. Tomatoes, raw chicken, and raw beef are all held in ice baths without ice touching sides of containers. Shredded cheese is held in flip top cooler and is overfilled in pan. Multiple containers of house made salsas at temperatures of 46-52F stored in wait station. Salsas are held in ice baths without ice touching sides of containers. More ice was added to ice baths. All food items were placed in ice baths 3 hours prior. Cut tomatoes, raw chicken, raw beef, shredded cheese (48-62F - Cold Holding) House made salsas (46-52F - Cold Holding)
Wiping cloth solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed stored in a location that could result in the cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket with chlorine solution testing at 200+ppm stored behind bar. Employee added approximately twice the amount of water and solution is now testing at 100ppm. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm)
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels for hand wash sink behind bar. Employee provided paper towels.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed containers of cooked food items and queso with no date marking when items were cooked or prepared stored in walk-in cooler. Person in charge stated items were prepared sometime within past 3 days.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed; unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored by three compartment sink. Person in charge stated chemical was degreaser and labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored behind bar area. Person in charge stated chemical was bleach and labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed small bowl with no handle used for scooping stored in salt container in dry storage.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed dust build up on ceiling tiles by vent behind bar.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee water bottles stored on small shelf under expo window on server station side. Employees removed.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed bottom of walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed water bottles stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle on cook line. Employee removed tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler, reach in freezer, and walk-in cooler doors.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed torn tin foil used to line shelves under small oven on cook line.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed plumbing to hand wash sink disconnected next to walk-in cooler. Water leaks directly on to floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored in dry storage near chips.
Jun 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired June 1, 2025.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw shrimp stored over ready to eat cooked chilies. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored. Person in charge stated chemical was bleach and labeled accordingly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage stored on small prep shelf in front of flat top grill. Person in charge removed beverage.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Observed box of cooking oil stored on floor near walk-in freezer. Person in charge moved box to storage shelf nearby.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed both lids on labeled dumpster missing.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in chest freezer across from three compartment sink.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle on cook line. Person in charge removed tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler doors on cook line and walk-in cooler door.
Stored food not covered. Observed opened box of raw fish with no protective covering stored in walk-in freezer. Person in charge closed box.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed multiple rusted shelves throughout establishment with food items stored on top.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed hand wash sink missing a pipe and leaking water directly on to floor near walk-in cooler.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wiping cloths stored in bleach and soap mixed together in sanitizer bucket behind bar.
Apr 18, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 17, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 4 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 Intermediate0 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. Observed; 2 pans of queso at temperatures of 44-47F stored in walk-in cooler near door. 3 pans for cooked chicken at temperatures of 45-46F stored in walk-in cooler near door. 3 pans of refried beans at temperatures of 44-46F stored in walk-in cooler near door. Person in charge stated all food items were prepared day prior and were not removed from walk-in cooler for any reason. Queso (44-47F - Cooling); Cooked chicken (45-46F - Cooling); Refried beans (44-46F - Cooling)
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed; 1 live roach in flip top cool on cook line behind white back protective plate. 1 live roach above flip top cooler on cook line between shelf and peeling cover on bottom side of shelf. 8 live roaches on under side of storage shelf where dish machine chemicals are stored. Person in charge began cleaning and disposing of live roaches. 4 live roaches on under side of bar between plywood wall and bar structure.
Roach excrement and/or droppings and egg sac present. Observed; 1 roach egg sac and roach droppings on sheet pan on drying rack near three compartment sink. 1 roach egg sac and roach droppings on under side of bar near plywood connector for wall and bar top near dish machine.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed; 2 pans of queso at temperatures of 44-47F stored in walk-in cooler near door. 3 pans for cooked chicken at temperatures of 45-46F stored in walk-in cooler near door. 3 pans of refried beans at temperatures of 44-46F stored in walk-in cooler near door. Person in charge stated all food items were prepared day prior and were not removed from walk-in cooler for any reason.
Jan 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 9, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine next to three compartment sink not dispensing chlorine sanitizing solution. Person in charge and inspector attempted to prime and find cause of no solution dispensing. Person in charge stated he will call for maintenance.
Jan 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine next to three compartment sink not dispensing chlorine sanitizing solution. Person in charge and inspector attempted to prime and find cause of no solution dispensing. Person in charge stated he will call for maintenance.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef items stored over ready to eat house-made salsa in reach in cooler next to walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; shredded cheese and cut tomatoes at temperatures of 55-57F stored in flip top cooler. Food items were filled past fill line and flip top cooler was left open. Person in charge added ice and closed lid. House made salsa with temperature of 54F stored on small shelf in server station under expo window. Employee moved salsa to reach in cooler in bar area. Shredded cheese, cut tomatoes (55-57F - Cold Holding); House made salsa (54F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; cooked beef, cooked chorizo and cooked pork with temperatures of 78-110F stored on stove top next to flat top grill. Person in charge stated food items were cooked 2.5 hours prior. Person in charge moved food items to flat top grill to reheat to minimum temperature of 165F. Cooked cheese quesadillas with temperatures of 82-97F stored on steam table across from stove top. Person in charge stated quesadillas were cooked an hour prior. Person in charge moved cheese quesadillas to oven to reheat to minimum temperature of 165F. Queso with temperature of 78F stored in pan on top of oven on cook line. Person in charge moved queso into oven to reheat to minimum temperature of 165F. Cooked beef, cooked chorizo, cooked cheese tortillas, cooked pork (78-110F - Hot Holding); Queso (78F - Hot Holding)
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. Observed person in charge unable to provide written procedure in event of vomiting or diarrhea for establishment. Inspector emailed written plan.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled can opener on prep table across from three compartment sink. Person in charge moved can opener to three compartment sink for cleaning.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed; unlabeled spray bottle with yellow liquid person in charge stated was bleach stored on three compartment sink. Unlabeled spray bottle with blue liquid stated was cleaning chemical stored on ledge in bar area. Person in charge labeled both spray bottles.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed two ceramic white bowls used for scooping in chili powder container stored in dry storage area near walk-in freezer. Person in charge removed scoops.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted on top of bag-in-box soda syrup across from ice machine. Employee inverted ice bucket.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches under single service items and oil boxes in small dry storage hallway across from ice machine. Employee cleaned and discarded.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on shelf above flip top cooler on cook line. Person in charge removed cell phone.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed area behind ice machine with standing water.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed multiple floor tiles in disrepair throughout kitchen area.
Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; soiled ceiling tiles throughout cook line area. Soiled floors under and around ice machine. Soiled walls around cook station in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed; chips stored on floor in between prep station with steam table and station with flip top cooler. Person in charge moved chips to proper storage location. Multiple food items stored on floor in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on oven door handle under stove top. Person in charge removed tongs.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on standing reach in freezer located between cook line and dish area.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed small gap at corner of door at rear exit of kitchen. Gap causing visible light to shine through.
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed hand wash sink with no drain attached causing water to drain directly on to floor. Hand wash sink is located across from walk-in cooler.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher with gauge in recharge zone stored by rear exit of kitchen.
Jul 19, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate17 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed no sanitizer being dispensed during cycle of dish machine. Dishwasher (chlorine 0ppm) Observed tube of sanitizer not stored in any chemical, tube laying across other buckets under dishwashing machine. Operator placed another bucket of chemical but unable to dispense properly. Operator called to have machine serviced.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 12 flying insects in the following areas: Observed two flying insects in dish ware area. Observed six flying insects by back door area. Observed two flying insects in front of house in server area. Observed two flying insects by soda machine in server area.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple time/temperature control for safety foods with temperature higher than 41F. Raw chicken (45-46F - Cold Holding) Cooked chicken (47-48F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler drawer below grill. Operator stated drawer may have been left open during lunch rush. Also, Housemate Tomatillo salsa w/ cut tomatoes(52F - Cold Holding) on front service line.operator stated the salsa was on ice earlier during lunch but melted. Operator voluntarily discarded salsa. Also, Queso cheese (66F - Cooling); Cooked chicken (47-48F - Cold Holding); refried beans (45F - Cold Holding); raw pork (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. Observed cooler door not fully closing. Operator worked to fully close walk-in cooler door.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed multiple time/temperature control for safety foods temping less than 135F. Chorizo, cooked beef (88-106F - Hot Holding); Queso cheese (90F - Hot Holding) On top of stove without burner on. Employee turned burner back on and retested foods at more than 165F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance on soda machine in server area. Observed soiled water build up in holster of soda gun.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle containing toxic substance in dish ware area.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink on cookline. And hand wash sink in warewashing area
Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple missing ceiling tiles above walk-in cooler.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean pans and utensils stored in dirty tub.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk in cooler unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Observed walk-in cooler with ambient temperature of 46F. Observed walk-in cooler door not able to fully close, latch doesn't keep door shut.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach next to booth in dining area. Also, one dead roach observed u set table on side of bar. Operator cleaned up both dead roaches.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover under three compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee beverage on shelf above chips and queso in server area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on cook line next to ready to eat foods on shelf. Employee removed cell phone.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stacked clean utensils in containers in dish ware area unable to dry properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed door of ice machine in disrepair and easily unattached. Also, bottom of walk-in cooler door in disrepair.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles and multiple floor tiles in disrepair in bar area, cook line and warewashing areas
Food stored on floor. Observed box of oil by back door stored on floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door on cook line. Operator removed tongs to properly store.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in freezer around corner of cook line with gaskets soiled.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed gap beneath back door by dry storage and back door by walk-in cooler not protecting from vermin being present.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing in disrepair at hand wash sink by walk-in cooler. Pipes missing causing water to pour onto floor. Also, Observed leaking faucet in three compartment sink.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed employee bike in dry storage area by back door blocking access and leaning on single service items.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Wet wiping cloths stored in bucket with soap and bleach mixed together per operator in bar area. Operator emptied bucket.
Apr 8, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee washing dishes go from dirty to clean dishes without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper handwashing techniques.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flies in kitchen/prep area in kitchen.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Container of milk in walk in cooler was opened two days ago per manager did not have date marking. Manager added date marking.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At hand wash station on front line and dish area both had dirty dishes and metal scrubbers in sink. Manager removed.
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. One employee hired two days ago did not have employee responsibility agreement signed. Manager had employee sign and date at inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At men's restroom, no soap or paper towels. Manager supplied both.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior side as well as interior flip door of ice machine has mold-like substance.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In back storage room where canned goods are stored, ceiling tiles not smooth or easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket on top of ice machine not inverted. Manager inverted.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jackets and hats stored next to make line above where to go containers are stored. Manager removed employee belongings.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. One employee working on front line did not have hair restraint. Manager had employee out on hat.
Equipment in poor repair. Door handle of walk in cooler is in disrepair and hanging.
Floor, walls and or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ceiling tiles above triple sink soiled with old food. Walls behind triple sink have build up.
Food stored on floor. Container of cooking oil on ground in kitchen. Manager removed from ground.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At front make line in kitchen, tongs hanging on oven door handle. Manager removed tongs.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Container of stored sugar at sever make station had scooper handle in direct contact with product. Manager lifted handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers in kitchen have grease build up.
Stored food not covered. At sever station in kitchen, tea dispenser not covered. Manager grabbed lid to cover.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash station at bar has leaking faucet when turned off. Manager stated he will have someone out here tomorrow to fix.
Mar 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
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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/. In front bar area, triple sink removed and replaced by dish machine AND hand wash sink moved to different location in bar. Inspector spoke with Plan Review and was told new plans need to be submitted.
Dec 21, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 30 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee washing dishes did not wash hands after handling dirty dishes before handling clean dishes.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying inspects in back storage area behind bar next to mop bucket.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef was placed over cooked ground beef in reach in cooler drawers on cook line under flat top.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. In reach in cooler by walk in cooler, fish package was not opened before thawing.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaning chemicals stored over avocado. Manager removed cleaning supplies. Cleaning supplies were next to oil on the ground in storage room by back door. Manager picked up off floor.
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 opened yesterday did not have date marking. Manager marked it.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands at dish sink instead of hand wash station.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash station behind then bar.
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/. In front bar area, triple sink removed and replaced by dish machine AND hand wash sink moved to different location in bar. Inspector spoke with Plan Review and was told new plans need to be submitted.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Sink by bar area did not have soap.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles are acoustic tiles in back storage area and are not easily cleanable.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket was not inverted on top of soda machine. Manager flipped it over.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. See stop sale. In reach in cooler by walk in cooler, fish package was not opened before thawing.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License display expired 6/1/23.
Dead roaches on premises. In back storage room behind the bar, dead roach was observed in corner. Manager picked it up.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Employee seen drinking from open container on cook line of kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In bar area cooler, employee food is not separated or identified. Manager discarded food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hats placed next to exposed to go containers on cook line shelf left of flat top.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler by back door, the door is in disrepair.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Underneath ice machine in bar area is soiled.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in throughout kitchen area are in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil was stored on floor next to fryer under cook line. Manager removed oil from floor. Bar mixer is stored on floor. Manager removed from ground.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Wall at the hand wash station by the bar has a hole in it.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Fixture above dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket of walk in cooler by back door is soiled.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Employee bathroom by the back door has strong odor coming from inside.
Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster behind establishment.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Outer back door doesn't fully self close.
Stored food not covered. Two pans of beef and one pan of salsa in walk in cooler were not covered.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe for hand wash station by back door of establishment is leaking into a bucket.
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.