MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS
15170 MAX LEGGETT PKWY, Jacksonville FL 32218 · 6784882904
Last inspected Jun 22, 2026 · 14 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. At bar, observed 3 flying insects at bar entrance.
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Inspection history
14 visits, newest first
Jun 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach-in cooler by flattop, meatballs (46F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (44F - Cold Holding). Lid off during lunch.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At cook line handwash sink by conveyer oven, oven in front of handwash sink. At cook line, handwash sink near flattop has trash can blocking easy access to sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, metal pans on bottom shelf of clean dishes stacked before air drying.
Equipment in poor repair. At cook line, stone in turbochef oven is broken into 4 pieces.
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Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At bar, floor between back coolers soiled/debris.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. At dumpster enclosure, unbagged trash/debris on ground.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters over flattop have grease build up.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At bar, interior of 2 slide top reach-in coolers at back of bar have soiled interiors.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At side wait station, coffee filters on coffee maker with no protection.
Oct 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed a total of 17 flying insects: 12 at service end of bar by garnishes. 1 at pizza make line cooler. 2 in chemical storage room. 2 in dish area. Manager stated pest control has been out twice in last 3 weeks to fog, plumber out this morning to jet drains.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In prep room, two slicer blades on storage rod have food debris.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In walk-in cooler, plastic souffle cup used as scoop in grated parmesan cheese.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At cook line, cell phone on prep table. Employee moved.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. In dish area on shelf above triple sinks, plastic containers stacked before air drying.
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on pizza make reach-in cooler door.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In outside walk-in cooler, floor by line chases and behind shelves soiled. At bar, floor behind coolers soiled/debris.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, container of pickles stored on floor. In walk-in freezer, open case of ground beef on floor.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sink at end of cook line by walk-in cooler and handwash sink at end of wait station by soda dispenser missing handwash signs.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. In prep room, Dewalt drill stored on shelf above prep table with spices.
Jul 15, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. At bar, observed 3 flying insects at bar entrance.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line reach-in cooler on back wall, tots (47F - Cold Holding); meatballs (49F - Cold Holding); wings (49F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items in cooler 1.5 hours.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. At bar, Bar Triple Sink (Quaternary 500+ppm), test strip turned blue.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In prep area, can opener blade has build up. At bar, soda gun at far end has build up.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At cook line, handwash sink at end of front line and handwash sink in middle of back wall have trash cans stored in front of sinks.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At cook line, handwash sink in middle of back wall has knife and scrapper in sink. At server line, handwash sink used as dump sink as evidenced by ice in sink.
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. 3 kitchen employees present, hired 8 months, 2.5 months and 1 year, Person in Charge not able to locate certificates.
No soap provided at handwash sink. In men's restroom, 2 soap dispensers, at main sinks, empty.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. At cook line and at wait station line, spray bottles identified as sanitizer, not labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. In back kitchen, both ice machines have black mold-like substance on interior walls.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. In dish area, multiple plastic containers have melted spots and are no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, open case of Parmesan cheese stored on floor under rack.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At bar, mixing spoon and muddler in standing water at 70f
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Jan 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At cook line reach-in cooler, on back wall, wings (45F - Cold Holding). Operator stated wings cooler overnight. Wings discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line reach-in cooler, on back wall, wings (45F - Cold Holding); mozzarella cheese ball (46F - Cold Holding). Operator stated wings cooler overnight, cheese 2 hours. Operator moved cheese to bottom section to cool, wings discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. At prep area, back of slicer blade has build up of food residue. At prep area, can opener blade has build up.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, plastic containers stacked before air drying.
Equipment in poor repair. At cook line, in turbo chef oven, stone bottom cracked.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Build up of unbagged trash/debris behind dumpster in enclosure.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At wait station, missing handwash sign at handwash sink by tea dispenser. Manager found and posted sign.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At dish area, row of black containers on slide rack have soiled exteriors. Manager moved to be washed.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in outside walk-in cooler (beer cooler) not sealed.
Jul 30, 2024Inspection 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 cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On top section of reach-in cooler on back line of cook line, meatballs (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated placed in service 3.5 hours earlier. Operator moved to reach-in freezer, retemp 43f.
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. In prep area, large sauté pans have encrusted food debris. Manager moved pans to be washed.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in outside walk-in cooler (beer cooler) not sealed.
Jan 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In prep area, can opener blade has encrusted debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At wait station front line, handwash sink at end of line used as dump sink as evidenced by ice in sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At dry storage area, cube ice machine has black mold-like substance on top plate.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At make line by salad area, employee drink on top ledge
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, black plastic containers stacked before air drying.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in freezer, rack of bread has bottom tray stored on floor.
Open dumpster lid. One lid open.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. In prep area, prep employee cutting mushrooms directly from case. Inspector spoke to employee.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. At wait station front line, plastic togo lids not inverted.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in outside walk-in cooler (beer cooler) not sealed.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 3, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Bartender touching hair and immediately handled clean glassware without washing hands. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. In walk in cooler, container of cream opened two days prior not dated. Manager dated cream.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of cube ice machine in back kitchen. Slicer blade for slicer in prep area. Interior of reach in cooler near service bar.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic to go cup used as scoop for bulk sugar container in server station.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clear plastic cups stored in bar.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor drains in dish area.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster outside of establishment - vermin present (vultures). Manager states she will send someone to close.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Outside walk in cooler (beer cooler) on back dock.
Sep 29, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 28, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Server at dish area placed soiled cups in rack and immediately washed hands for approximately two seconds. Manager coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In small reach in cooler by grill in kitchen, meatballs, cut tomatoes, and cheese 47F. Items placed into service approximately 3.25 hours prior. Items moved to walk in freezer to cool. Items rechecked at end of inspection - all cold holding at 37F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of cubed ice machine in back kitchen. Slicer in prep area.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used as scoop in bulk sugar container in server station. Cup removed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean glassware stored on drain board in bar.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Lid for dumpster outside of establishment is melted/disrepair. Manager has called trash company to replace.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom of glass chiller in bar.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in outdoor beer walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. In bar in dining area, red sanitizer bucket stored directly on floor. Bucket moved and stored correctly.
Aug 7, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 4, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On cook line in counter top cooler by walk in cooler, spinach dip, potatoes, bruschetta and cheese 48F, and meatballs (overfilled) 53F. Items placed into service approximately 3.5 hours prior. Items moved to walk in freezer to cool. On pizza make line, meatballs and chicken 53F. Items placed into service approximately 3.5 hours prior. Items moved to walk in freezer to cool.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing blue chemical cleaner stored with clean ice buckets in server station across from pass through window. In bar area, spray bottle containing orange chemical cleaner stored on beer tap counter where beer is dispensed. Bottles moved and stored correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Soda gun stored inside hand washing sink in front bar area. Soda gun removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand washing sink in server station on west side of bar.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle containing chemical cleaner stored on top of dish machine. Bottle removed to be labeled.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor drains in dish area and bar area.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Lid for outside dumpster is broken. Manager states they have work order for one.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Hardware drill used to mix pizza sauce.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Floor in outside beer cooler.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table in prep area. Towel moved and stored correctly.
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.