MEGA'S PIZZERIA
5800 BEACH BLVD STE 107, Jacksonville FL 32207 · 904 396 1164
Last inspected Aug 17, 2026 · 7 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. On 6/1/23
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 17, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed bag of raw shrimp stored over ready to eat French fries in reach in deep freezer across from hand wash sink-not all foods commercially packaged. Operator removed shrimp to properly store in nearby freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Observed chart for pizza using Time as a Public Health Control not marked per paperwork. Operator time and date marked log next to pizza oven.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board on flip top reach-in cooler across from stove soiled/ stained. Also, ice deflector plate in large ice machine soiled.
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Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed restroom door for restroom in back dining area not self closing.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple CO2 tanks not adequately secured. Operator chained up tanks.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed reach in deep freezer lid in disrepair/ exposed insulation.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled.
Mar 10, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw personal beef in plastic wrap and bag on top of fries in bag in box freezer, employee rearranged
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On open side of splitter
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. For cook that started on Saturday, has blank form
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By triple sink, employee labeled it soap,
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On spices, employee removed them
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep table, manager placed it on bottom shelf
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack on top of drinks in back storage, manager rearranged
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in upright freezer
Food stored on floor. Oil jugs in storage closet in back
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Crack on interior of lid in box freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by triple sink, employee placed one
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent with flour buildup up in pizza reach in cooler and in upright freezer
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 11, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Cooked sausage in thank you bag, upright freezer
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On open side of splitter, employee removed splitter
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Pesto opened yesterday morning, also feta cheese opened a couple of days ago, dated by manager
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. For one new employee, has blank form
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Cooked chicken taken out of freezer yesterday, dated by employee
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In garlic powder
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Open drink by triple sink, employee discarded
Equipment in poor repair. One torn basket,gasket torn in upright freezer and gasket pulling out in reach in cooler
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Cracked lid on the interior door of box freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink by triple sink
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent in upright freezer
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor, explained to manager and he placed them on shelf
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed lemons above pasta, manager rearranged walk in cooler
Feb 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee grabbed raw shrimp then changed gloves and grabbed wrap, explained to him and he washed hands, discarded wrap
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp-opened bag on shelf above soups, employee rearranged upright freezer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Lasagna made on 1/25, discarded by manager
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On both sides of splitter, manager removed splitter
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Soft cheese opened on Saturday, also meatballs opened on Saturday and cooked chicken on Friday, employee write date on
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Got water for raw shrimp, hand sink by triple sink, explained to him, also ice in hand sink at front counter
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Manager secured them, in mop closet
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Above clean dishes and above food packets in front counter, employee moved it
Food stored on floor. Bag with flour and bag with onions, storage area
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Box freezer, crack on interior of lid
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf in walk in cooler
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent in pizza unit
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor, employee placed them on shelf
Jul 29, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. Stop sale Soft cheese with mold, employee discarded
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp in ziplock bag on top of bag with soup, upright freezer, employee rearranged
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Lasagna made on 7/22, employee discarded it
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Pizza, employee write time down
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Soap sprayer on shelf by clean containers, employee removed soap
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On open side of splitter, employee placed one that was on shelf
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Soft cheese opened on Saturday, discarded by employee, lasagna and ziti made on Saturday
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Dumped ice in hand sink by triple
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Took cooked chicken from freezer yesterday, write date on
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple solution by triple sink, labeled degreaser
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On pepper flakes, employee removed it
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Employee secured them
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Above food packets, front counter, employee moved it, one open drink in back kitchen
Food stored on floor. Bag with breadcrumbs in storage, employee placed it on shelf
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. On sugar, employee moved it
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Crack on interior of lid in box freezer
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table, employee discarded it
Jan 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee grabbed raw shipments then changed gloves and grabbed lettuce, explained to him and he washed hands
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Both sides of splitter, mgr removed splitter
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pitcher in hand sink, front counter, moved
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. White sauce with cream cheese made 2 day ago
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser, labeled per mgr
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On bread crumbs, storage area
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Mop room, mgr secured them
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Above napkins, employee mover it, front counter
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket on boxes with food, storage area, mgr moved it
Equipment in poor repair. Fryer basket torn and gasket is torn in pizza unit
Food stored on floor. Waters, box with seasoning packets, bag with bread crumbs, storage closet
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Interior of lid is cracked in box freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler shelves
Stored food not covered. Lasagna and cut onions, mgr covered them
Jul 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. On 6/1/23
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer jug on shelf above plastic utensils, shelf by pizza unit, mgr rearranged
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. In open side of splitter
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. Emailed one
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Cooked meatballs and chicken, dates written
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One expired last month
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Purple solution by triple sink, degreaser by mgr, labeled
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In mop sink room
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Got to go cups on prep table
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Above clean pots, employees rearranged
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Stirring foods
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container for cheese, in prep cooler,
Food stored on floor. Water jugs in closet
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. On sugar, mgr moved it
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Interior part of lid in box freezer is cracked
Single-service articles improperly stored. Pizza boxes on floor, mgr placed them on shelf
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.