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LOOP (THE)

9965 SAN JOSE BLVD #58, Jacksonville FL 32257 · (904)262-2210

Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats82
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2609282
Grade history
AUG 24
JAN 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Waste water from yesterday's hood cleaning on grounds outside rear exit. Per Person In Charge. (From second party cleaners. )
High priority/28-14-5
Badges — 1 earned
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Inspection history

7 visits, newest first

Aug 18, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findings
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Tomato soup in 1st well of steam table at 94-108F. Person in charge states has been reheating for over 2 hours within no additional preparation.
High priority/01B-02-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pre sliced cheese in protein reach in cooler at 46-48F. Cheese stored higher in pan. Observed lid not tight fitting. Person in charge removed excess.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. Tomato soup in 1st well of steam table at 94-108F. Person in charge states has been reheating for over 2 hours within no additional preparation.
High priority/03E-02-5/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles in back kitchen area near dishpit cracked, missing pieces. Also, non porous ceiling tiles, ceiling tile separated with paint hanging in back kitchen. Person in charge states has replacement scheduled.
Basic/36-17-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
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In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed multiple pairs of tongs hanging with food contact surface at knee level at cookline. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Water damage observed in left sided cabinet at soda station in dining room.
Basic/23-03-4
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored directly on floor in kitchen. Person in charge raised.
Basic/21-38-4/Corrected On-Site
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Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Waste water from yesterday's hood cleaning on grounds outside rear exit. Per Person In Charge. (From second party cleaners. )
High priority/28-14-5
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. soup at 125°. reheat started at 7:30 am. Person In Charge placed item on burner for rapid reheat. 199 after 10 mins. Inspector intervened.
High priority/03E-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Soiled Ceiling vents by rear Three compartment sink.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Basic/13-07-4/Repeat Violation
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing, broken floor tiles by Dish machine line.
Basic/36-17-5
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gaps between hood filters. Per Person In Charge. Due to recent hood cleaning.
Basic/14-42-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet wipe under cutting board. Rear prep.
Basic/21-04-4
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sani bucket on floor under Three compartment sink. Moved by manager.
Basic/21-44-1/Corrected On-Site
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Dusty grill on portable fan by rear Dish machine line.
Basic/36-50-4
Oct 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked mushroom 125°. Cooked onions 110°. Reheated to 170-185° Made 30 mins ago. (Burner not turned on)
High priority/03B-01-6/Corrective Action Taken
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee training drinks container on prep tables. Moved by manager.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service. Multiple.
Basic/13-07-4
Jan 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty ceiling tiles / vents. By Dish machine.
Basic/36-34-5
Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Wrapped cheese stored by plumbing. Walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
Basic/08B-36-4/Corrected On-Site
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Hood filters with Gap.
Basic/14-42-4
Aug 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Shredded cheese in walk in cooler date marked 7/25. 1/2 pound.
High priority/01B-24-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle, sanitizer, at rear rack.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty ceiling vents / tiles by Dish machine.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on prep area. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sani bucket on floor by Three compartment sink. Moved by manager.
Basic/21-44-1
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority0 Intermediate4 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. Food service employee swept floor then changed gloves without washing hands. Manager intervened.
High priority/12A-13-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Food service employees touched face, Hair with same gloves then engaged in food service activities without washing hands changing gloves. Manager intervened.
High priority/12A-25-4/Corrective Action Taken
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5/Repeat Violation
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee with no beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at faucet by Dish Machine.
Basic/29-11-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 3 findings ▾
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
Basic/36-37-5/Repeat Violation
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on prep table. Moved by manager.
Basic/40-06-5
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at Three compartment sink faucet.
Basic/29-11-4

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.