MR GORDO'S TACOS AND CANTINA
1567 WEST UNVERSITY AVE, Jacksonville FL 32217 · 9045769014
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 10 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Condensation/ ice machine water on floor by Three compartment sink. Person In Charge placed pan under pipe. Floor mopped. Fan turned on and placed to dry floor.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed employee medicine in household reach in cooler in kitchen alongside cherries, whipped cream. Person in charge discarded.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw pork with gloved hands, change gloves without hand wash, then handle ladle of oil. Person in charge spoke to employee who washed hands. Recommend utilizing tongs.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Quatanery ammonium in triple sink in bar testing at 0ppm. Person in charge began remaking.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed two rodent droppings on top of dishmachine in kitchen. Person in charge discarded.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In walk in cooler whipped cream, cheese, salsa, milk, pork, chicken, beef, tamales, guacamole, cut lettuce, cut tomato, beans, stock, egg whites, shell eggs at 46-53F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In walk in cooler whipped cream, cheese, salsa, milk, pork, chicken, beef, tamales, guacamole, cut lettuce, cut tomato, beans, stock, egg whites, shell eggs at 46-53F. Also, salsa in small reach in cooler at 44-45F. Person in charge states has been in unit for 2 hours, moved to unit holding temperature.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Corn hot held in steam table at 118F. Person in charge began reheating.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizes quatanery ammonium in bar area, person in charge unable to provide test strips.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser at bar hand wash sink not functioning. Person in charge provided soap.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at hand wash sink on far right of cookline. Person in charge states is due to work being done.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed hole in ceiling above bag in box soda storage area of kitchen. Also, floors in kitchen showing wear.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container. Observed several open employee drinks on prep areas. Person in charge discarded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at server area wet nesting.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pan of cooked beans thawing at room temperature on shelf in kitchen. Person in charge moved to reach in cooler.
Mar 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Condensation/ ice machine water on floor by Three compartment sink. Person In Charge placed pan under pipe. Floor mopped. Fan turned on and placed to dry floor.
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. No clean up form or procedure or kit. Emailed form.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Establishment has removed Hand Wash Sink located by prep line.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurantsg/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has removed Hand Wash Sink located by prep line.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. No proof of health report completion. Emailed form.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only one employee training documentation but Establishment has 8 employees.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Prep line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drink container in ice machine. Moved by manager Employee cell phone on cutting board prep table. Moved by manager. Board sanitized.
Equipment in poor repair. Loose cooler door. Unit by kitchen entrance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by Three compartment sink due to leak from pipe from ice machine under sink. Person In Charge placed pan under pipe. Floor mopped. Fan turned on and placed to dry floor.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In use knives stored between prep equipment. Moved by manager.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn insulation to cooler gaskets.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No Hand Wash Sign by area where Hand Wash Sink was removed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled cooler gaskets. Pep line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak from wastewater pipe under Three compartment sink from ice machine.
Dec 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Establishment has no choke poster
Feb 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1571 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Collard greens. Date marked 1/16. Marked incorrectly per manager. Marked by manger.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Rest room doors with no self closing mechanism.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : multiple.
Feb 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1571 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 1571 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority6 Intermediate5 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Large tub of oxtail soup made yesterday at 55°. (Overnight temperatures)
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Large tub. About 16 " deep. Large tub of oxtail soup made yesterday at 55°. (Overnight temperatures)
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink. Kitchen Replaced by manger.
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 proof of any employee training.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled degreaser bottles. Marked by manager.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Men's and women's restroom doors left open.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing mechanism on rest room doors.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on single service items at wait-station. Moved by manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled cooler gaskets.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1571 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Greens marked 11/24 in walk in cooler. Per Person In Charge, actual date should have been 12/5. Marked by manager.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Garlic in oil at 70°. On kitchen counter.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic in oil at 70°. On kitchen counter.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan in kitchen Hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Bathroom door left open.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No closing mechanism on restroom door
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on floor in walk in cooler. Moved by manager.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door not self closing.
Jul 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 1571 UNIVERSITY BLVD W, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strips available.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Restroom doors left open.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing mechanism on restroom doors.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear exit door with self closing mechanism disabled.
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