MISSION BBQ
4852 TOWN CENTER PARKWAY #110, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-712-6506
Last inspected Aug 11, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found Observed two flying insects next to potato wedger in prep area and one flying insect near lemonade dispensers in dining area. Operator removed wedger to have washed.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Aug 11, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. High temperature dish machine while in use not sanitizing. Ran machine few times and constant temperature reading at 133F. Manager calling technician and setting up three compartment sink. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization (3-compartment sink) until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. High temperature dish machine while in use not sanitizing. Ran machine few times and constant temperature reading at 133F. Manager calling technician and setting up three compartment sink
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator has no measuring device
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. Operator has over 20 food handler employees with 3 hired over 60 days with no proof of training. Manager has new set of training books with date to have class this month.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink near dry storage
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee Bluetooth speaker stored on shelf above food prep table area
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee with bracelet on wrist and with watch in kitchen on cook line preparing food
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee in kitchen preparing food with no hair restraint. Employee with facial beard in kitchen preparing food with no beard guard
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Ecolab bug light control device stored on wall above stored bags of whole potatoes in kitchen
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old label on clean pans at clean dry storage rack
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler bottom drawers soiled on front line
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor in kitchen. Employee removed
Stored food not covered. Bucket of pickle in walk in cooler on shelf not covered. Manager covered
Water draining onto floor surface. From hand wash sink near dry storage area with leaking pipe underneath when water is turned on
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. At hand wash sink near dry storage area
Apr 14, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 10, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed racks in smoker soiled with accumulation of debris. Also, ice chute at both self dispensing soda machines in dining area soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee using hand wash sink to fill container with water. Operator discussed with employee that hand wash sink is only for hand wash sink. Employee stopped and continued to fill container at approved service sink.
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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee food safety certification. Operator requested approved list of vendors to order training material from.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap in soap dispenser near walk-in-cooler door. Operator replenished soap.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belongings stored on top of bags of potatoes in prep area. Operator removed employees purse and jackets.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clean stacked pans on storage shelf above prep table unable to properly air dry
Aug 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed two flying insects next to potato wedger in prep area and one flying insect near lemonade dispensers in dining area. Operator removed wedger to have washed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at both self dispensing soda machines in dining area, white deflector plate in large ice machine in kitchen area and underside of mixer in prep area soiled. Employee started cleaning items during this inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink in warewashing area. Operator had employee replenish soap.
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. Multiple employees food safety training certifications expired in June 2025.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored near mop sink and dishwashing machine. Operator labeled both spray bottles of cleaners.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf across from dishwashing machine and shelf in prep area unable to properly air dry
Food stored on floor. Container of oil stored on floor at closed end of cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Wheels and legs of kitchen equipment on cook line e soiled, has accumulation of grease build up.
Feb 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed rim of can of vegetarian beans on can rack dented and crimped. See Stop Sale
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Blade on can opener at prep table soiled.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink on front service line used to fill water pitcher. Operator removed water pitcher from hand wash sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to warewashing machine. Operator replenished paper towels.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf across,from warewashing machine unable to properly air dry
Food stored on floor. Container of oil stored on floor at closed end of kitchen. Operator removed oil to properly store.
Dec 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 chicken and turkey stored above ready to eat dressings/ sauces in walk-in-cooler. Operator removed dressings/ sauces to properly store.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chutes of self dispensing soda machines in dining area soiled. Also, underside of mixer in prep area soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup without handle used to dispense seasoning in prep area. Operator removed cup.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf above triple sink and on nearby clean dish storage shelf unable to properly air dry
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on middle hot box on cook line torn.
Apr 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. High temperature Dish Machine at about 120°. Three compartment sink set up.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Individual butters on frontline counter at 71°. Pull pork on counter 70°. Both items placed about 11:30 am. Moved by manager to cooler. (Emailed Time Temperature controled for safety form )
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 copy.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used for rinsing wet wipes.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment has no high temperature measuring device for sanitizing
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at rear Hand wash sink Replaced by manager.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee with no beard guard.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nesting of stacked food containers. Dry rack.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Oct 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near chute of unit and inside of lid.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on table the end of cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on table at the end of cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers on dry rack not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Insect control device installed over drying dish ware area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large container of sugar without label. Observed large container of rice without label.
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.