MONKEYS UNCLE TAVERN
10503 SAN JOSE BLVD #12-15, Jacksonville FL 32257 · 904.260.1349
Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · 15 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. Observed three flying insects in back kitchen area.
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Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025053334 | May 5, 2025 | Aug 13, 2025 | $800 |
| 5--2025034385 | Jan 21, 2025 | May 20, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
15 visits, newest first
Jul 14, 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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In make table cheese, ranch, cheese, sauerkraut, cheese 48-61F. Items held on ice as new make top is on order. Person in charge moved to reach in freezer, added ice, removed excess product. In glass door reach in cooler chicken cooked at 48F. Ambient temperature of unit down to 39F by end of inspection, person in charge states had unit open. In bar, cream 56F. Person in charge states left out for short period of time.
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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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In make table cheese, ranch, cheese, sauerkraut, cheese 48-61F. Items held on ice as new make top is on order. Person in charge moved to reach in freezer, added ice, removed excess product. In glass door reach in cooler chicken cooked at 48F. Ambient temperature of unit down to 39F by end of inspection, person in charge states had unit open. In bar, cream 56F. Person in charge states left out for short period of time.
Jul 7, 2026Administrative 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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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored on top of reach in freezer in kitchen. Person in charge relocated to appropriate area.
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishmachine testing at 0ppm. Even after running several times. Person in charge will utilize triple sink for sanitizing until unit can be repaired.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed three flying insects in back kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. In walk in cooler raw shell eggs stored over beverages. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In make table cheese, ranch, cheese, sauerkraut, cheese 48-61F. Items held on ice as new make top is on order. Person in charge moved to reach in freezer, added ice, removed excess product. In glass door reach in cooler chicken cooked at 48F. Ambient temperature of unit down to 39F by end of inspection, person in charge states had unit open. In bar, cream 56F. Person in charge states left out for short period of time.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels and hand wash signs missing at bar hand wash sink. Person in charge provided towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine with mold like substance accumulation. Cutting board with staining on makeline.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal food items stored over/ alongside food to be served to guests.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Heavy grease and food debris accumulated on floor at cook line. Heavy debris/ mold like substance observed on floor in bar area, at dish pit. Floors in kitchen not smooth and easily cleanable in parts.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers with ice buildup accumulation. Also, stand up reach in freezer closest to cook line with damaged interior door frame.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior of dishmachine and dishmachine racks with debris accumulated. Hood filters with grease accumulated. Area around and under cooktop with debris accumulated.
Nov 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato, 49°. Cheese 50° 50°. Raw chicken 50°. Pork 50°. Reach in cooler / make table opposite grill. Items placed 10:45 am. Moved by manager to walk in cooler.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's restroom door left open.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by Dish machine.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup behind cook line equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing / broken floor tiles by Dish machine.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Missing / broken floor tiles by Dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves at kitchen.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Slow draining water. Men's stall Hand Wash Sink.
Jul 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2025
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at Dish machine line. Degreaser.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by Dish machine
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on floor. Under cook line equipment.
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Floor by Dish machine not smooth easily cleaning
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. In use utensil in soiled containers. Moved by manager.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : food containers.
May 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board with black-like/ mold-like. Kitchen
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water by Dish machine.
May 6, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 5, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 6 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 rodent droppings on floor next to Dish machine in kitchen. 5 rodent droppings on floor behind chest freezer opposite Dish machine in kitchen. 10 rodent droppings on floor under microwave cart opposite grill in kitchen. 4 rodent droppings on floor under toaster rack opposite grill in kitchen. 4 rodent droppings in food box with breads in kitchen
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Heavy grease buildup under cook line equipment. Soiled floor in kitchen and behind equipment.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked, missing tiles at bar, kitchen (standing water in tiles and corners. )
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soil residue buildup on sides of equipment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of kitchen cooler. Prep line.
Jan 22, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Food service employe handling ready to eat celery with bare hand contact. Inspector intervened.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish machine chlorine 0 ppm.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings on top of Dish machine. 10 plus droppings on floor under Three compartment sink. Kitchen. 2 droppings on floor by side reach in cooler in kitchen
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Multiple utensils stored in soiled containers. Kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Broken and missing cove molding around kitchen and bar.
Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at mop sink.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal cellphone on cutting board.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor.bar, kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked, missing tiles at bar, kitchen (standing water in tiles and corners. )
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Extensive Soiled Counters and shelves at kitchen.
Toilet/urinal not flushing/functioning properly. Men's urinal blocked / not working.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured co2 tank by walk in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by walk in cooler.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken, cracked, missing floor tiles by Dish machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Black-like/ mold-like substance buildup on walk in cooler curtains.
Jan 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine chlorine 0 ppm. Dish Machine was not primed for sanitizer use. Person In Charge reset Dish Machine.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle by frontline. Marked by manager.
Food stored on floor. Bag of salt used for water softener on floor by Dish Machine. Moved by manager.
Aug 4, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Unlabeled chemical bottle at bar.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen.
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.