OBSCURA SOCIAL HOUSE
915 KING ST, Jacksonville FL 32204
Last inspected Jul 1, 2025 · 7 visits since March 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
MAR 24
DEC 24
MAR 25
JUL 25
— STEADY
4 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2024
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 1, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License Expired June 1, 2024
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Light bulbs stored in hand wash sink near triple sink.
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 employee reporting form available, emailed manager reporting form
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. No hair restraints on employees preparing food items.
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Food stored on floor. Large buckets of sauce stored on floor in storage area.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle. Employee properly stored tongs.
Jul 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2024
Mar 12, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels used to line boiled egg container and onion container.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2024
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 manager certification provided
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels or drying device at hand wash sink in rest room
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 employee training provided
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 employee reporting form available, emailed manager a copy of employee reporting
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. On unisex restroom door
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon stored in standing water 97F
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in restroom
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on backside of cooking equipment and coolers
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Dust on wall in warehouse washing area
Dec 26, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired June 1, 2024
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in bar area
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand sink in bar area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Yellow bowls used to scoop cooked rice
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open beverage container stored on a container of chicken in the reach in cooler
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked container used to store boiled eggs
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle
Jun 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 employee training provided at inspection
Mar 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hans wash sink blocked in bar area with wires.
No certified food manager for establishment. 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 manager certification provided at inspection
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 employee training provided at inspection
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle with clear solution, employee labeled spray bottle
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of reach in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Open case of chop sticks stored on floor employee properly stored chop sticks
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Slow draining hand wash sink near triple sink
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.