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LUKUMADES

504 1 ST N, Jacksonville FL 32250 · 904-656-8015

Last inspected Nov 17, 2025 · 6 visits since April 2024

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats12
Risk levelRisk Level 1
LicenceSEA2616344
Grade history
APR 24
DEC 24
SEP 25
▲ GETTING WORSE

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

Worst finding on record
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed flying insect in cocoa mix. See stop sale
High priority/01B-13-4
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Inspection history

6 visits, newest first

Nov 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 7 flying insects. 4 flying insects on service line. 3 flying insects in prep area. flying insect flying out of cocoa mix in prep area. flying insect landed on cake holder in prep area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Observed 3 flying insects in prep area. Admin Complaint
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 no proof of food training for employees working over 60 days.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 19, 2025 · Observed still the same. Time Extended
Sep 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed total of 7 flying insects. 4 flying insects on service line. 3 flying insects in prep area. flying insect flying out of cocoa mix in prep area. flying insect landed on cake holder in prep area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed business license expired 6-1-2025.
High priority/50-17-3/Admin Complaint
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed flying insect in cocoa mix. See stop sale
High priority/01B-13-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser stored next to food on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
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 no proof of food training for employees working over 60 days.
Intermediate/53B-01-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Basic/22-20-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed Current Restaurant license not displayed.
Basic/50-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Basic/12B-07-4/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 jewelry, bracelets.
Basic/13-07-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in ice. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/10-08-5/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over donut fryer soiled.
Basic/23-03-4
Feb 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 13, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

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

0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed employee hand sink located in prep area blocked with rubber mats. Manager removed and stored properly.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 establishment without a certified food manager for establishment.
Intermediate/53A-07-6/Warning
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with bracelets on.
Basic/13-07-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed interior of microwave soiled. Manager cleaned during inspection.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Apr 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

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

0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed light shining from outside at bottom of back door.
Basic/35B-01-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed oil stored on floor of kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
Basic/08B-47-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed handle of scoop not stored with handle above top of sugar container. Manager placed handle correctly in sugar container.
Basic/10-01-5/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.