MOES SOUTHWEST GRILL #156
4403 ROOSEVELT BLVD STE 102, Jacksonville FL 32210 · 904-389-5299
Last inspected Aug 13, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found Observed 5 live flying insects in mop sink closet near rear exit.
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Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 13, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; mold like substance build up in cold holding units on front line. Food debris and mold like substance build up on soda dispenser in lobby.
Jul 13, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 9, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 live flying insects in mop closet near rear exit.
Jul 8, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 live flying insects in mop closet near rear exit.
Jul 7, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed approximately 10 live flying insects in mop closet near rear exit.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 7 unsecured CO2 tanks near walk-in cooler in kitchen prep area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored on drying rack next to three compartment sink.
Floor, walls, and/or ceiling soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed; dust build up around ceiling vents in kitchen prep area. Food debris build up on floor behind cook line.
In-use scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed; ice scoop stored on metal sheet tray with food debris on top of ice machine. Chip scoop stored in metal container with leftover food debris next to chip storage on cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance build up on walk-in cooler gaskets.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed rear exit door has self-closing arm in disrepair rendering door unable to self-close.
Oct 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 22, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 5 live flying insects in mop sink closet near rear exit.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed multiple unsecured CO2 tanks stored in mop sink closet near rear exit.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted on top of ice machine. Person in charge inverted.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed multiple cutting boards with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on shelf next to three compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed beverage stored on shelf next to food items by ice machine. Person in charge moved beverage to designated location.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored on drying rack next to walk-in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed mold like substance build up around soda dispenser at soda machine in dining area.
Jul 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked chicken at temperatures of 112-117F stored on steam table on cook line. Person in charge stated it was removed from steam well 30 minutes prior to complete a large catering order. Chicken was reheated on flat top grill to minimum temperatures of 165F or higher. Cooked chicken (112-117F - Hot Holding)
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed commercially processed corn reheated in house at temperatures of 59-60F. Corn was reheated almost 4 hours prior and was placed in a container with both plastic wrap and a lid. There was also another container of reheated corn on top. Person in charge opened all containers of corn to rapidly cool. Cooked corn (59-60F - Cooling)
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. Observed one employee with food handler certificate that expired in April of 2025.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable hanging on drying rack near three compartment sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored on drying rack next to three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler door.
Jan 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pesticide-emitting strip on dry storage rack across from prep table next to ice machine. Person in charge discarded pesticide-emitting strip.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold like substance build up on ice chute and soda dispenser on soda tower in common area.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled ceiling tiles around vent in kitchen area above prep table.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean dishes stored in container with soiled standing water on drying rack next to walk-in cooler. Person in charge discarded water and placed container and dishes in three compartment sink for rewashing.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed green cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable stored on rack next to three compartment sink.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed missing cover on drain under three compartment sink in back kitchen area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water under ice machine in back kitchen area. Floor has accumulated visible mold like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled gaskets on reach in cooler under main cook line. Soiled gaskets on walk-in cooler door.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old labels stuck to clean containers stored on wire rack next to walk-in cooler.
Open dumpster lid. Observed opened lid on shared dumpster behind building.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak under hand wash sink at kitchen entrance on cook line side.
Jul 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen area and one flying insect by back door near soiled linens.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area/single service item storage area. Observed pesticide emitter on floor on single service item storage area next to salsa cold holding unit. Person in charge chose to discard pesticide emitter.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle in mop closet with blue liquid inside. Person in charge labeled spray bottle on site.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed one missing ceiling tile in mop closet.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed soiled vents in prep area above dry storage.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in mop closet behind door. Observed one dead roach under single service item storage area next to salsa cold holding unit. Person in charge cleaned and discarded on site.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed cracked container on top shelf of dry rack in dish area. Person in charge chose to discard on site.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler at front line. Observed soiled hood filters above cook line.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door closer in disrepair.
Utensils in poor condition. Observed chipped red spatula hanging in prep area. Person in charge chose to discard spatula on site.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed mold like substance in mop closet along walls to right of door and across from door.
Jan 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At closet near back door of establishment, soap container placed over paper towels. Operator placed soap under paper towels.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in kitchen next to to go chips has no paper towels.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash station in kitchen next to to go chips has no soap.
Ceiling tile missing. At mop area to the left of women's bathroom is missing ceiling tile.
Floor, walls and ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In mop area to the left of the women's restroom, floor and walls are soiled.
Missing drain plug at dumpster. Shared dumpsters missing drain plug.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Under the flat top stove in the kitchen is soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpsters lids open.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. At reach in cooler under the front counter prep area is soiled.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. At flip top reach in cooler in prep area, bottom of cooler has standing water.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At start of front counter, cheese (62F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (66F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items were in cooler when he arrived at 11am. Items on make top over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At start of front counter, cheese (62F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (66F - Cold Holding). Employee stated items were in cooler when he arrived at 11am. Items on make top over 4 hours.
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. Ne employee present hired over 60 days, no training completed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Metal pans on clean dish shelves have wet nesting.
Floors, walls and/ or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment. Floor at ice machine. Wall above shelf at prep station has dust build up.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. One chip container cracked on side.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bulk chip containers, exterior have build up of oil and residue. Reach-in cooler at front make line, exterior front and gaskets soiled. Reach-in cooler in prep area, front exterior soiled.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. In hallway outside restrooms, odor observed.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach-in cooler at front counter make line, walls soiled. In walk-in cooler, shelf post and underside of shelves have build up. Also, at soda dispenser in dining room, ice chute has black mold-like substance.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach-in cooler at front counter make line, standing water in bottom of cooler.
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