LEGACY RESTAURANT AND BAR
3610 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 904-738-7921
Last inspected Jan 14, 2026 · 15 visits since May 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025008697 | Nov 1, 2024 | Aug 1, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jan 14, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw chicken stored on top of raw shrimp in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged food items to proper storage levels.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink near hookah station.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored above three compartment sink.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored at end of dish area.
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Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair behind bar area.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed excess ice build up in walk-in freezer.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from handle of oven on cook line.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exit with no self-closing mechanism.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw shrimp, raw lobster, and raw lamb chops thawing in three compartment sink at room temperature. Employee moved 2 out of 3 items to walk-in cooler and turned on water for remaining food items thawing.
Aug 13, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; multiple raw food items with temperatures of 48-52F stored in reach in cooler on cook line. Person in charge stated they attempt to use ice to keep food items cold since reach in cooler isn't maintaining proper temperatures and were placed in reach in cooler 1.5 hours prior. Raw food items with temperatures of 62-68F stored on small table by kitchen entrance. Person in charge stated ice is used to regulate temperature and it is a batter station for fried food items. Ice bath used has ice with a 1 inch gap between ice and container. All food items returned to walk-in cooler. Raw fish items, raw chicken, raw pooled shell eggs (62-68F - Cold Holding) Raw fish, raw shrimp, raw beef, raw chicken (48-52F - Cold Holding)
Jul 31, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed; raw chicken stored over raw fish in walk-in freezer. 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 raw food items with temperatures of 48-52F stored in reach in cooler on cook line. Person in charge stated they attempt to use ice to keep food items cold since reach in cooler isn't maintaining proper temperatures and were placed in reach in cooler 1.5 hours prior. Raw food items with temperatures of 62-68F stored on small table by kitchen entrance. Person in charge stated ice is used to regulate temperature and it is a batter station for fried food items. Ice bath used has ice with a 1 inch gap between ice and container. All food items returned to walk-in cooler. Raw fish items, raw chicken, raw pooled shell eggs (62-68F - Cold Holding) Raw fish, raw shrimp, raw beef, raw chicken (48-52F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed melted butter with temperatures of 63F stored in steamer unit across from wing station. Steamer unit has no access to electricity and person in charge stated they pour boiling water in the unit to keep butter hot. Person in charge moved butter to flat top grill to reheat to minimum temperature of 165F or higher. Melted butter (63F - Hot Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed container of bleach stored over three compartment sink next to clean containers. Employee removed chemical.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance build up on soda nozzles on soda tower closest to bar area.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed metal scrub brush stored in hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Employee removed scrub.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink behind bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored over three compartment sink. Person in charge stated chemical was degreaser and labeled accordingly.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed plastic bowl used for scooping in flour mix on cook line.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 2 unsecured CO2 tanks behind bar by three compartment sink.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed cardboard lining wire racks for dry goods near walk-in cooler.
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. Observed reach in cooler across from ovens person in charge states is in disrepair and unable to hold food items at proper temperatures.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable throughout kitchen area.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used to repair oven door across from reach in cooler on cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed excessively soiled floors behind bar area.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed excessive grease build up on ground around grease receptacle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed grease build up in oven across from reach in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled back plates around soda nozzles on soda tower near bar.
Open dumpster lid. Observed both lids open in dumpster.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed 3 unlabeled containers of white powdery substance stored on cook line.
Apr 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 6, 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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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. Observed one employee hired more than 60 days prior with an expired food handler certification.
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. Observed no employees with signed employee reporting agreements.
Feb 5, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw lamb stored over ready to eat cooked crawfish in walk-in cooler. Person in charge rearranged all food items to proper storage locations.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed one rodent dropping in small hallway next to walk-in cooler near wire rack containing dry food items. Person in charge cleaned and discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed; raw chicken, raw lobster, and raw beef patties with temperatures of 47-50F stored in flip top cooler on cook line. Person in charge stated raw food items were placed in flip top cooler 30 mins prior. Person in charge added ice to all food items. Raw chicken, raw lobster, raw beef patties (47-50F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed melted butter with temperature of 117F stored in steam table person in charge stated was currently not plugged in. Person in charge moved melted butter to flat top grill for reheating to minimum temperature of 165F. Melted butter (117F - Hot Holding)
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed nozzles and lever on soda tower at entrance to bar area soiled with mold like substance build up.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed; wiping cloths stored in hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Plastic wrap container stored on top of hand wash sink next to mop sink. Employee removed all items from hand wash sinks.
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. Observed one employee hired more than 60 days prior with an expired food handler certification.
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. Observed no employees with signed employee reporting agreements.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with purple liquid person in charge stated was a chemical.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed two CO2 tanks behind bar not secured.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed multiple clean utensils in soiled container stored on clean storage rack across from office. Employee placed all utensils and container in three compartment sink.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed issuing drain cover on drain in mop sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee speaker stored on top shelf above prep table across from walk-in cooler. Person in charge removed speaker.
Food stored on floor. Observed container of flour stored on floor under prep table next to fryer station.
Nov 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 2, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 50+ rodent droppings on floor in small dry storage area next to walk-in cooler in kitchen.
Nov 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 1, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 1 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 50+ rodent droppings on floor in small dry storage area next to walk-in cooler in kitchen.
Oct 23, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on ground around grease receptacle.
Aug 29, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on ground around grease receptacle.
Aug 28, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed; two flying insects by three compartment sink. Two flying insects in hallway area by exit. Three flying insects in bar area under three compartment sink.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed nine live roaches in box of new dish ware with moisture on top. Person in charge discarded box in dumpster outside. Observed approximately ten roaches on floor after box was moved. Box was on rolling rack cart. Rolling rack cart was placed outside. Equipment was placed in three compartment sink. Person in charge cleaned entire area at time of inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed five rodent droppings on top of electrical panels in back hallway near exit of building. Observed three rodent droppings on shelf above bar area with liquor bottles.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed; used charcoal for hookahs discarded in hand wash sink in the hookah area next to bar. Multiple cleaning supplies and containers in hand wash sink behind bar.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in kitchen above walk-in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches in storage room/office. Observed two dead roaches in dish machine area.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover in mop sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker on shelf above food items at prep station.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on ground around grease receptacle.
Aug 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed; two flying insects by three compartment sink. Two flying insects in hallway area by exit. Three flying insects in bar area under three compartment sink.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed expired license, June 1, 2024.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and raw chicken in walk-in cooler stored over pre cooked French fries and cooked crab legs. Person in charge moved and rearranged items for appropriate storage.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed nine live roaches in box of new dish ware with moisture on top. Person in charge discarded box in dumpster outside. Observed approximately ten roaches on floor after box was moved. Box was on rolling rack cart. Rolling rack cart was placed outside. Equipment was placed in three compartment sink. Person in charge cleaned entire area at time of inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed five rodent droppings on top of electrical panels in back hallway near exit of building. Observed three rodent droppings on shelf above bar area with liquor bottles.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bottle of burn gel on top shelf above prep table.
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 a written plan or materials in the event of vomit or diarrhea.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can slicer with debris build up.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed; used charcoal for hookahs discarded in hand wash sink in the hookah area next to bar. Multiple cleaning supplies and containers in hand wash sink behind bar.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in women's restroom. Observed no paper towels or soap at hand wash sink behind bar.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed no consumer advisory on premises. Person in charge was provided and consumer advisory and displayed it on site.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tile in kitchen above walk-in cooler.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches in storage room/office. Observed two dead roaches in dish machine area.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing drain cover in mop sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed speaker on shelf above food items at prep station.
Food stored on floor. Observed soda boxes in use stored on floor behind bar.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease build up on ground around grease receptacle.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed large bowl of raw lobster in water thawing with no running water. Employee moved raw lobster to walk-in cooler.
May 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen area.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in kitchen, no paper towels. Operator supplied.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under hand wash station at bar area has build up.
Food stored on floor. In walk in cooler, container of butter on ground. Operator removed from ground.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer, ice build on ground under compressor unit.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. At bar area, ice scooper handle in direct contact with ice. Operator lifted out of ice.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At bar area, to go containers not inverted. Operator inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. At triple sink, container of raw lobster being thawed was not under running water. Operator turned on cold running water.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. In kitchen next to reach in cooler, sanitizer solution on ground. Operator removed from ground.
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.