Eat SafelyIn Florida

LANDSHARK

715 1 STREET NORTH, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.222.0222

Last inspected Mar 31, 2026 · 8 visits since November 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats218
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2615726
Grade history
APR 24
OCT 24
MAR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.

Worst finding on record
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at employee handwashing sink located at service line near entrance to kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4
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Inspection history

8 visits, newest first

Mar 31, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findings
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed in walk in cooler House made vegetable butter made with fresh garlic dated 3-24-2026. See stop sale.
High priority/01B-28-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front of kitchen stored in table top cooler Cole slaw (46F-48F - Cold Holding). Manager placed Cole slaw back in stand alone cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in steam well on cook line Spinach dip (122F-128F - Hot Holding). Manager removed and reheated.
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed multiple copies of third party employee food training.
Intermediate/53B-09-4/Repeat Violation
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold like substance near ice chute of unit.
Basic/22-20-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed grooved cutting boards located on cook line.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table located in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal back pack stored on table next to reach in cooler. Observed employees phone stored on reach in cooler. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers wet nesting on dry rack near walk in cooler.
Basic/24-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled with mold like substance.
Basic/23-03-4
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on clean containers on stored on dry rack.
Basic/16-46-4
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water at the bottom of reach in cooler located at downstairs server area.
Basic/29-49-6
Water draining onto floor surface. Observed standing water in upstairs and downstairs bar behind equipment.
Basic/29-03-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee hung wet mop to dry properly.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
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Oct 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed House made Roasted Garlic Butter dated 9-25-2025, Expired 2 Milks dated 9-22-2025. See stop sale. 1 milk dated 9-22-2025 located in stand alone cooler at service line.
High priority/01B-28-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed mechanical paper towel dispenser not dispensing properly. Manager provided paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Observed employee food training certificates to be photo copied, not able to provide original certificate.
Intermediate/53B-09-4
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed no hot water at employee handwashing sink located at service line near entrance to kitchen.
Intermediate/27-16-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks stored on prep tables. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed no hot water at employee handwashing sink located at service line near entrance to kitchen. Faucet handle not working properly.
Basic/29-08-4
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed open box of single service cups stored on floor. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site
Mar 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 high temperature Dish machine at 156F. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
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 with gloved hands pulls eye glasses off and proceeded to handle ready to eat cheese. Manager intervened to educate the employee on proper hand washing. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly.
High priority/09-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed reach cooler cooked chicken (47F-51F - Cold Holding); turkey (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Salsa (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (46F-51F - Cold Holding) Diced tomatoes (47F-51F) located at the entrance of kitchen. See stop sale. Employee stated the items were in cooler from previous day. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 46F.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed reach cooler cooked chicken (47F-51F - Cold Holding); turkey (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Salsa (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (46F-51F - Cold Holding) Diced tomatoes (47F-51F) located at the entrance of kitchen. See stop sale. Employee stated the items were in cooler from previous day. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 46F.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled. Manager removed and placed in dish area.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed employee handwashing sink without paper towels. Manager will provide paper towels for hand sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tiles missing in kitchen.
Basic/36-36-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored to dry. Employee hung mop to dry properly.
Basic/42-01-4/Corrected On-Site
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed required employee training expired for multiple employees.
Intermediate/53B-14-5
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on wiping cloth in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelet.
Basic/13-07-4
May 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority1 Intermediate4 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 at 151F not sanitizing properly. Chef will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing. 3 compartment sink set up quaternary solution at 200ppm.
High priority/22-49-4/Warning
Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch head with gloved hands and proceeded to cook shrimp. Intervened with manager and manager had employee remove gloves and wash hands properly.
High priority/12A-10-4/Corrective Action Taken
Food manager certification expired. 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 1 Certified food manager expired.
Intermediate/53A-03-7
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed flip top cooler cutting boards deeply grooved located on cook line.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple drinks stored on cook line on prep tables. Chef removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored next to flour at the end of cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. Chef had employee clean during inspection. Observed fans in walk in cooler dusty. Chef had employee clean during inspection.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Nov 29, 2023Inspection 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-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mixer in back room prep area soiled with food debris. Manager had employee start cleaning during inspection.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed Employee personal back pack stored in or above a food storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed case of coke stored on floor of kitchen. Observed box of spring mix stored on floor of kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gaskets soiled. Manager had employee cleaning gaskets during inspection.
Basic/23-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Manager discarded drink.
Basic/12B-13-4/Corrected On-Site
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of cutlery packets stored on floor of service line of grab and go. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/25-05-4/Corrected On-Site

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.