MASON JAR
37534 HWY 19, Dona Vista FL 32784 · 3525892535
Last inspected Jul 9, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 21 points off where it started.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Spaghetti sauce made 11/24.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 9, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment.
Jun 30, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. -0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw Philly meat next to cheese sticks.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Noodles 85f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Some shelving in walk in cooler.
Stored food not covered. -Diced potatoes in walk in cooler.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Spaghetti sauce made 11/24.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Spaghetti sauce made 11/24.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Chicken gizzards 48f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to lower in ice.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -Noodles 82f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat. Manager placed in refrigerator to rapid cool.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Used as dump sink.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryer.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Left side oven. -Oven by ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Exterior of flat grill.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Some shelving in walk in cooler.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Jun 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Per operator less than 4 hours moved to freezer for quick cool. Cold Holding); Raw burger patties (49F - Cold Holding)
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and vents by dish area soiled.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor by cook line soiled.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gaskets in the kitchen soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer in the kitchen soiled.
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Crab salad 49f, Beef patties 47f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Macaroni salad.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Over steam table.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Gasket torn on warming cabinet nearest to dish area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinets.
Mar 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 57534 HWY 19, Dona Vista — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw bacon over potatoes.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -In warewash.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven interior.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. -Handsink.
Mar 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 57534 HWY 19, Dona Vista — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 28, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 57534 HWY 19, Dona Vista — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over margarine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tuna 48f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Cook added ice.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Pot in handsink.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Jacket on meat slicer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Left oven.
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