MR SNAPPERS CHICKEN AND FISH
1338 DUNN AVE, Jacksonville FL 32218 · 904-683-0633
Last inspected Jul 22, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 12 points off where it started.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At cook line in rice warmer, rice (109F - Hot Holding). Employee stated rice held in warmer overnight.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 21 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate11 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 21 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Employee burn relief spray stored in walk in cooler on shelf with condiments for customers orders, operator removed the burn spray.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In the walk in cooler, raw conch stored over ready to eat desserts. Operator relocated the conch. In the reach in freezer, frozen raw Philly steak and frozen raw ground beef over ready to eat frozen mushrooms and onion rings. Employee rearranged. In the cook line drawer reach in cooler, raw chicken stored behind raw shrimp with potential cross contamination could occur. Employee switched storage levels.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On center prep table, oyster (47F - Cold Holding per employee usually has ice on top of product, added large scoop of ice to product.
Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Water softener drain line through hand wash sink by three compartment sink and front entrance door.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Mold like substance build up under drive through soda dispenser nozzles.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at front counter used to store sanitizer bucket. Employee removed sanitizer bucket.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Conch salad on menu is raw product not identified on menu.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available for three compartment sink or sanitizer solution buckets.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory for raw conch salad. Provided consumer advisory and operator posted.
Cardboard used on floor as anti-slip measure not replaced every day or when heavily soiled, whichever comes first. Exterior storage units with soiled cardboard lining the floor.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard lining food prep counter center of kitchen and shelf of walk in cooler.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In walk in coolers, employee personal food stored with and over food for customers. Discussed with operator.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door gasket torn and separated from door.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Missing cold water faucet for hand wash sink closest the walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor. On cook line, box of frozen fries stored on the floor. In walk in cooler container of may stored in the floor. In exterior storage unit margarine container stored on the ground. In the walk in freezer frozen fish stored in box on the floor.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer in kitchen with ice build up along top portion and walls.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. In rice cooker, scoop handle in contact with the rice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of dust on cook line hood filters.
Open dumpster lid. Dumpster lid open.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Reuse of single service cardboard box to store cooked chicken at front passenger through counter. Employee removed chicken and placed in food grade plastic container.
Oct 7, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At cook line reach-in freezer, open box of Philly beef steaks stored over open box of breaded mushrooms. At cook line reach-in cooler, pan of raw chicken stored over raw shrimp and pan of raw chicken stored in contact with container of raw fish. In walk-in cooler, container of raw chicken stored over container of raw fish and box of raw hamburgers stored on box of cocktail sauce. Operator moved all,items to correct storage levels.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. At cook line in rice warmer, rice (109F - Hot Holding). Employee stated rice held in warmer overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line on prep counter, chicken (46F - Cold Holding). Manager stated item out for 15 minutes.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line in rice warmer, rice (109F - Hot Holding). Employee stated rice held in warmer overnight.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Outside by back door, hose Bibb with green hose attached, missing backflow preventer.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. At front counter, conch salad served with raw conch not identified as raw. Operator placed asterisk to consumer advisory.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At dish area, no soap at handwash sink. Employee supplied.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. At front counter menu board, conch salad prep with raw conch, no consumer advisory. Supplied operator with consumer advisory, he posted below menu board.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In walk-in cooler, plastic togo cup in container of tartar sauce. At office area, plastic togo cup in bulk sugar.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. At breading station, cardboard used under flour containers and on lower shelf under fry baskets.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At cook line handwash sink, cold water handle missing on faucet.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, hood has build up of residue. At cook line, floor behind fryers has grease build up. In outside dry storage, floor has build up, no longer easily cleaned.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, multiple containers of mayonnaise on floor. In inside walk-in freezer, multiple food cases on floor. In outside walk-in freezer, multiple food cases on floor. At front counter, 2 containers of sauces stored on floor.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Grease on grass area by dry storage conex container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line reach-in cooler under flat top, drawer gaskets and ledge soiled. In outside dry storage conex container, multiple seasoning containers have soiled exteriors.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. At front counter reach-in cooler, plastic jug with hollow handle reused for sauce.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In outside conex container, single service items on floor.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At breading station in kitchen, bulk flour container not labeled.
Aug 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At cook line in reach-in freezer, open box of raw Philly beef stored over open bag of zucchini fries. At flattop reach-in cooler drawer, cheese slices and raw hamburgers stored in same pan. Employee moved to separate pans. No cross contamination observed. In walk-in cooler, raw fish stored on case of unwashed peppers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line on prep counter, chicken (73F - Cold Holding). Employee stated chicken has been out 1 hour.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front counter, employee dumped ice from drink cup in handwash sink.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager present stated she has Certified Food Manager certification but not able to provide certificate.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 food handlers present, manager not able to provide certification.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink in dish area, no paper towels. Employee stocked.
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. One employee present hired 3-4 months, no employee training certificate available.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At front counter area, plastic togo cup used to scoop tartar sauce.
Dumpster overflowing garbage. Dumpster filled above rim.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At kitchen pass thru, 2 employee drinks on prep,table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At kitchen pass thru, cell phone on prep table.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 3 Employees on cook line with no hair protection.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At cook line handwash sink, cold water handle missing on faucet.
Floors walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk-in cooler, wall has black mold-like substance. In outside dry storage, floor has build up, no longer easily cleaned.
Food stored on floor. At cook line, cases and bags of fries stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, containers of mayonnaise stored on floor. In inside walk-in freezer, case of chicken stored on floor. In outside walk-in freezer, multiple food items stored on floor. In outside dry storage, multiple food items stored on floor. At front counter, 3 containers of portioned sauces stored on floor.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. In rice warmer, scoop handle laying on rice.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. At cook line, raw chicken boxes reused for cooked chicken wings. Operator over to plastic containers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. In outside dry storage, brown container, multiple single service items on floor at back of unit.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In walk-in cooler, black dunnage racks and shelves soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. At office area, bulk sugar container not labeled.
Mar 26, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate14 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 in reach-in cooler, pan of raw chicken stored over container of raw fish. Operator moved chicken to bottom shelf. In walk-in cooler, raw hamburger stored on shelf above unwashed produce.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front counter, lemonade can and spoon in handwash sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. At front counter area, togo cups used in sugar.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. At cook line, cardboard used under breading containers and under fry baskets on lower shelf.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Lid missing on trash can in ladies restroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At pass thru window, employee drink on counter.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. At cook line reach-in cooler, multiple personal food items on top shelf over customer foods.
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handwash sink by walk-in cooler missing handle for cold water.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. In walk-in cooler, floor at dunnage racks soiled.
Food stored on floor. At cook line, case of fries on floor. Operator moved. In walk-in cooler, multiple food items stored on floor. In inside walk-in freezer, case of chicken stored on floor. In outside walk-in freezer, multiple food items stored on floor. In outside dry storage, multiple food items stored on floor. At front counter, 2 containers of portioned sauces stored on floor.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. One lid missing on dumpster.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. In kitchen, exterior of bulk flour containers soiled.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. At cook line and walk-in cooler, raw chicken nixes reused for cooked chicken wings. Operator over to plastic containers.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter area, case of plastic portion cups stored on floor. At cook line, togo containers not inverted.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In walk-in cooler, black dunnage racks soiled.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At dish area, mop in bucket with dirty water.
Jan 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate14 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 double door reach-in cooler, raw hamburger stored over raw shrimp. Operator rearranged items to proper storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. At cook line in double door reach-in cooler, 11 vacuum sealed packages of raw snapper not removed from reduced oxygen package before thawing. Label states to remove from package before thawing.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At dish area, can of WD-40 stored with jars of relish. Operator moved Wd-40.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front counter area, bucket stored in handwash sink. Operator removed.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator not able to provide current employee training certificates, all certificates onsite expired.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At front counter area, ice chute on soda dispenser has mold-like substance.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. At cook line, cardboard used to line counter and lower shelf at breading station. Operator removed cardboard.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. At cook line in double door reach-in cooler, 11 vacuum sealed packages of raw snapper not removed from reduced oxygen package before thawing. Label states to remove from package before thawing.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Lid missing on trash can in women's restroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. At dish area, shoes stored on jar of relish and coat over bag-in-box soda. Operator moved items.
Floors,walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. At cook line, floor under fryers soiled. At cook line, wall behind cooking equipment soiled.
Food stored on floor. At cook line, open case of oil on floor. In walk-in cooler, containers of mayonnaise and liquid margarine on floor. In outside walk-in freezer, multiple items on floor. At outside dry storage container, cases of oil on floor. Operator began moving items to shelves.
Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Build up of grease, boxes, lawn waste and debris at dumpster/grease receptacle at back corner of parking lot.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. At cook line, hood filters have build up of grease and flour.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. At kitchen, back door does not close tightly.
Plumbing system in disrepair. At kitchen cookline, handwash sink missing cold faucet handle.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Raw chicken boxes reused for cooked chicken.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter area, 2 cases of plastic souffle ups stored on floor. In outside dry storage container, case of metal pans stored on floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. At entrance to kitchen, mop stored in mop bucket with dirty water. Operator hung to air dry.
Feb 15, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In reach-in freezer at cook line, open bag of scallops stored over open box of okra. Operator moved scallops to bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On prep table at cook line, chicken (47F - Cold Holding). Operator stated chicken out for less than 30 minutes, returned to walk-in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In outside dry storage container, oven cleaner stored on bag of paprika. Operator moved oven cleaner.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb outside back door missing backflow preventer.
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 front counter reach-in cooler, cheesecakes not dated.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. In women's restroom, handwash sink has low water pressure.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Towel dispenser near walk-in freezer, at front counter area and in men's restroom not dispensing towels. Operator placed roll towels at each handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At front counter soda dispenser, ice chute has green mold-like substance.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tanks at dish area not secured. Operator placed bungee cord around tanks.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Establishment has expired license posted.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink with no lid or straw on prep counter in kitchen. Operator moved.
Equipment in poor repair. At cook line, reach-in cooler gasket torn. Walk-in freezer gasket torn.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers have build up.
Food stored on floor. In walk-in cooler, container of mayonnaise on floor. Operator moved to shelf. In inside walk-in freezer, case of fries on floor. Operator moved to shelf, In outside walk-in freezer, multiple items on floor. Employee moved to racks.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In bulk sugar container, measuring cup handle touching product.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over fryers have grease build up. Exterior of bulk containers soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Both dumpster lids and one grease receptacle lid open.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Raw chicken boxes reused for cooked chicken. Operator moved chicken to plastic containers, chicken reheated above 165f when ordered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple bulk containers not labeled.
Aug 14, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate15 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Two grey trash cans used for flour storage.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach and soap stored on same shelf with sauces in storage area. Grill cleaner stored with oil on shelf near fryers. Items moved and stored correctly.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing on outside faucet near rear exit door.
Food manager certification expired. 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 manager certification expired.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand washing sink at front counter as evidenced by ice in sink.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food manager present with six employees working.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink by triple sink in kitchen. Towels provided.
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-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment has added an outdoor walk in freezer next to the outdoor dry storage unit and did not submit plans for unit. Inspector spoke with Andrea R in plan review and she is adding the unit to their plans.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink at front counter. Soap provided.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Cardboard on shelf on cook line. Cardboard removed.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's restroom in dining area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. License displayed expired 06/01/2023.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Prayer blanket of dry food storage shelf. Blanket moved.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee on cook line.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Items only being hand washed and rinsed. Manager coached employee on proper ware washing procedures.
Equipment in poor repair. Hood filters are broken.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in dry storage area. Floor in walk in cooler. Floor in outside storage unit.
Food stored on floor. Margarine in walk in cooler. Shrimp and chicken in walk in freezer. Multiple items in outside walk in freezer. Some items moved and stored correctly.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Dumpster outside of establishment on southwest side of property.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Grease receptacle lid open outside on southwest side of property.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in bulk season salt container. Scoop moved.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple shelves in cooking and prep areas. Exterior of grey containers for flour.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Foil containers in dry storage area not inverted. Containers inverted. Multiple cases of to go items on floor in outside shed.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall near walk in freezer in kitchen.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher by walk in freezer 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.