MEDUSA LOUNGE
9551 BAY MEADOWS RD UNIT 1 AND 2, Jacksonville FL 32256 · 786-919-4279
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
MAY 24
DEC 24
JUN 25
APR 26
JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor behind bar counter area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect near drain that triple sink drains into.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. One pan of salmon thawed still in sealed ROP packaging in walk in cooler on cook line. Packaging has instructions to remove from package prior to thawing.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked meat in reach in cooler at 46F. Person in charge states has not had unit open at all today. Item not prepared today. Other items in unit 43F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked meat in reach in cooler at 46F. Person in charge states has not had unit open at all today. Item not prepared today. Other items in unit 43F.
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottles with chemicals stored on shelving with food product on back dry storage shelf. Also observed chemical spray bottles near single service items in front bar area.
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. Person in charge unable to provide proof of training for employees at time of inspection. On open warning at time of callback.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. One pan of salmon thawed still in sealed ROP packaging in walk in cooler on cook line. Packaging has instructions to remove from package prior to thawing.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on floor in water heater room off of dining area by secondary back door.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing from women's restroom to left of bar.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle missing from triple sink faucet. Still usable.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor drains throughout kitchen with debris accumulated. Ceiling with staining at hookah area of kitchen.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed grease on exterior of/ on ground in front of grease receptacle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave with debris accumulation. Oven with debris accumulation on interior.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelving with hookah storage with debris accumulated.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed large amount of unused items stored in kitchen area. Observed large tire stored on unused reach in freezer in kitchen.
Jun 22, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 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. Only employee who has worked on site for 60+ days with no proof of food handler training.
Apr 19, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. In reach in cooler oxtails cooked last night per person in charge cooling overnight at 60F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In triple door silver reach in cooler cheese at 44F. Person in charge states had door open. Ambient temperature of unit 40F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals stored with cooking wine on shelf under cooktop. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board with staining. Interior of microwave with debris accumulation.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels missing from hand wash sink in main cookline area, in restrooms, in bar area. Person in charge began providing. Also, hand wash sink at back prep area missing hand wash sign.
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. Only employee who has worked on site for 60+ days with no proof of food handler training.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closer missing on restroom doors.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing in women's restroom located in hallway to left of bar. Person in charge states is on order.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on floor in front of cookline make line. Person in charge began cleaning, appears to be leaking from reach in cooler. Staining on ceiling, walls in back prep area. Grease accumulation under fryers in kitchen.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils in standing water at 74F at cookline. Person in charge turned on burner to reheat.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed shrimp, chicken wings thawing in triple sink in pans. Person in charge began submerging/ adding running water.
Jun 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6.1.25.
Establishment not maintaining clam/mussel/oyster tags for 90 days. Establishment started selling oysters. Person in charge not keeping tags. Provided shell stock handout during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen, in restrooms. Person in charge began providing. Also, hand wash sign missing in kitchen.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle in back kitchen unlabeled.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Missing self closer at two restrooms.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease buildup around receptacle.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer at back door disconnected.
Feb 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Person in charge unable to provide proof of CFM for establishment.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge utilizes chlorine, unable to provide test strips.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Person in charge unable to provide thermometer.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. One restroom out of order during inspection. Person in charge states is due to electrical issue with dryer.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closers missing from restrooms.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in kitchen. Also, staining observed on ceiling tiles in kitchen. Also, hole around hvac in secondary side of establishment. Also, floor around hvac with debris buildup.
Food stored on floor. Cases of oil stored on floor in kitchen.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on front and on ground in front of receptacle.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer disconnect from back door.
Toilet leaking. Toilet leaks in women's restroom.
May 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Tray of salmon in fliptop with directions to remove from packaging prior to thawing, thawed with no oxygen introduced.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pasta in unit at 45F. Ambient temperature of unit down to 39F during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink inaccessible due to needs to be replaced at cookline. Observed black bag over sink.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizes quatanery ammonium for sanitizing, unable to provide test strips.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Person in charge unable to provide probe thermometer.
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. No proof employees informed of reporting responsibility. Provided form to operator during inspection.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tray of salmon in fliptop with directions to remove from packaging prior to thawing, thawed with no oxygen introduced.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Lid to grease receptacle completely off of receptacle. Person in charge replaced.
Aug 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 13, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 26 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority9 Intermediate12 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operator license expired June 1, 2023.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over creamer in reach in make table cooler on cook line. Moved by manager.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on floor behind bar counter area
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Bartender handle soiled equipment and handle drinks without washing hands
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Roach powdered chemical stored above soda bib box in closet area. Employee moved
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. Provided operator with Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Manager Tony hired over 30 days with no manager training certificate
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink on cook line covered with trash bag with no running water
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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 4 and more food handler employees with no certified manager present
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sink At bar area. Employee provided
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator has multiple food handler employees hired over 60 days with no proof of employee training. Only cook has food handler certificate
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. Discussed and provided the Employee Health Reporting Agreement form during the inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar area At both hand wash sink in kitchen area Employee provided
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink on cook line covered with trash bag with no running water
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior bar ice bin with black build up in back of unit Soda nozzle at bar area with black build up
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Stored plates not inverted at clean equipment rack
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 4 dead roaches on floor behind bar reach in cooler equipments
Drain cover(s) missing. At mop sink
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial beard preparing food with no beard guard
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In kitchen on cook line under cooking equipments
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop with handle touching ice in bar ice bin
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above cook line make table area
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In reach in make table cooler on cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of cooking equipments soiled with grease build up
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing at room temperature in back kitchen area next to ware wash in area
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand wash sink at ware washing area
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. At back door block with boxes. Employee moved
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.