MIGHTY CHICKEN & WINGS
9268 LEM TURNER RD, Jacksonville FL 32208 · 904-349-2082
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 15 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches at chemical dispenser located between triple sinks and cook line. Operator was able to kill all roaches and clean area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $560
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024045576 | May 3, 2024 | Aug 29, 2024 | $560 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 flies in kitchen area around center prep station.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Operating on expired license from 06/01/2026. 509.241(1)FS and 61C-1.002(6) FAC: 509.241(1) LICENSES; ANNUAL RENEWALS. Each public lodging establishment and public food service establishment shall obtain a license from the division. 61C-1.002(6) Renewal - The licensee is responsible for renewing the license prior to the expiration date. Any public lodging establishment or public food service establishment operating on an expired license is deemed to be operating without a license, and subject to the penalties provided by law.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In the standup reach in cooler, raw chicken over raw fish. Also raw chicken and shrimp stored over cooked ready to eat chicken. Employee rearranged storage levels.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels stored by cook line hand wash sink.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Metal bowl used as scoop in bulk flour container. Employee removed.
Food stored on floor. Jug of fryer oil stored on floor by front door.
Stored food not covered. Bulk seasoning containers in shelf with no over. Employee placed lid on containers.
Feb 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 26, 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 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/ One Certified Food Manager certification expired, one no longer employed at establishment.
Jan 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. At cook line on double door reach-in cooler, raw chicken stored above raw pork and raw shrimp.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line on shelf above stove, chicken (87F - Cold Holding). Employee stated he had it out for short time, going to cut for salad. At cook line on lower shelf, chicken (64F - Cold Holding). Employee stated he took out of freezer to thaw 2 hours prior. In kitchen in glass door reach-in cooler, butter (47F - Cold Holding); milk (46F - Cold Holding). Employee stated door open for prep.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter hot holding unit, mac and cheese (124F - Hot Holding); shrimp (118F - Hot Holding). Employee voluntarily discarded.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen on storage shelves, detergent, bleach and grill cleaner stored above clean cloth towels, gloves and fry powder.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. In side storage room, multiple milk crates stacked in front of handwash sink.
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/ One Certified Food Manager certification expired, one no longer employed at establishment.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In side storage room, no paper towels at handwash sink by ice machine.
Aug 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 3 flying insects in kitchen area.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Employee using roll hand towels to absorb oil on cooked food.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2025. Person in Charge verified no change in ownership.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In kitchen in single door reach-in cooler, raw shell eggs stored on shelf above cooked mac and cheese.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At breading station, pork chop (61F - Cold Holding). Employee stated just out to cook, he moved to reach-in cooler.
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 employees present, all hired a year or more per Person in Charge, no employee food handler training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bulk flour container, metal bowl used as scoop.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryerssoiled.
Food stored on floor. In kitchen, cases of oil stored on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, exterior of bulk flour container soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Employee in kitchen thawing cases of chicken at room temperature.
Jan 28, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In kitchen, in glass door reach-in cooler, package of raw bacon stored over portioned dressing.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At prep area breading station, shrimp (49F - Cold Holding); pork chop (48F - Cold Holding); wings (48F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items out of refrigeration for 1 hour.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At front counter in hot holding unit, 3 pans of chicken (90f, 121F - Hot Holding). Employee stated chicken placed in warmer 1.75 hours earlier.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In kitchen, liquid dishwashing soap and oven cleaner stored on shelf above clean cloth towels.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen, handwash sink next to triple sinks missing paper towels. Employee supplied.
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. 2 employees present, one hired 1 year, 1 hired a couple months have no employee food handler training.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In kitchen, in bulk flour container, metal bowl used as scoop.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. DBPR license not posted on board.
Food stored on floor. In kitchen, multiple cases of oil stored on floor. At front counter area, portioned sauce stored on floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. In kitchen, chicken in triple sink in standing water.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In kitchen, mop stored in mop wringer.
Sep 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 8, 2024Call 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. No current certification available.
Aug 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. In front counter area, can of green beans in cabinet has multiple dents.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. In kitchen area, observed 2 flying insects.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee breaded pork, then washed gloved hands, then handled cooked chicken without glove change.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At cook line, metal pan in handwash sink. Operator removed.
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. Establishment is on open warning for employee training with callback extended today.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. In kitchen area, handle in glass door reach-in freezer ailed.
Damaged/spoiled/recalled food not properly segregated. In front counter area, can of green beans in cabinet has multiple dents.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen area, reach-in freezer door spiked near gasket.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In kitchen area, bottom of double door reach-in freezer has build up of food juices.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In kitchen, mop stored in mop bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. In kitchen area, bulk breading container or labeled.
Jul 9, 2024Call 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. No current certification available.
May 7, 2024Call 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. No current certification available.
May 3, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee moved trash can, changed gloves but did not wash hands before returning to bread chicken.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach-in cooler near fryers, raw chicken sired over raw fish. Employee moved fish.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 4 live roaches at chemical dispenser located between triple sinks and cook line. Operator was able to kill all roaches and clean area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Fry machine in front of handwash sink. Operator moved. Also, pans and utensils in handwash sink. Operator removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment using quat sanitizer, no test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink in kitchen missing paper towels. Operator supplied.
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. No current certification available.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor behind cooking equipment has grease build up.
Food stored on floor. Bulk breading container stored on floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of fryers and reach-in cooler by cook line soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Sleeve of styrofoam togo boxes stored on floor by breading station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk breading container not labeled.
Oct 17, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 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. No proof of any certified food manager could be provided.
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate9 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly observed by chicken hot holding unit.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler by pass window, raw shelled eggs stored over milk and onions. Items moved and stored correctly.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In reach in cooler near fryers, raw chicken stored over raw bacon. Items moved and stored correctly.
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 reach in cooler by pass through window, container of milk opened four days prior. Milk dated.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink in kitchen blocked by mop bucket. Bucket moved.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. No proof of any certified food manager could be provided.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink in kitchen. Towels provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer could be provided.
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. No training records could be provided for any employee.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No license displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. Four dead roaches in air handler closet. Roaches discarded.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under reach in cooler/ reach in freezer by fryers. Floor in air handler closet.
Food stored on floor. Container of mustard on floor by air handler closet. Bulk container of flour on floor in kitchen. Mustard moved and stored correctly.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. Green dumpster in fenced area is on grass/dirt.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in kitchen. Hand washing sink in unisex restroom used by employees. Inspector emailed sign.
Reach-in cooler/freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in freezer by fryers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers on floor in kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk white flour container. Container labeled.
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.