OCEAN STREET TACOS / THE CIRCUIT
15 N OCEAN ST STE 15 17 19, Jacksonville FL 32202 · 904.361.3297
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between D and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flies in kitchen
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021011803 | Mar 1, 2021 | May 19, 2021 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed queso cheese on steam table in direct contact with non food grade thank you bag.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Triple Sink (Quaternary 500ppm). Container of tablets states 200Ppm-400ppm. Employee added additional water to dilute solution. Retested at 400F
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed container of milk opened more than 24 hours not date marked. Employee date marked container of milk.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at reach-in cooler next to tortilla grill and portable cutting board next to triple sink soiled/ stained. Also, deflector plate in large ice machine in closet at outside bar area soiled. Also, one soda gun and two soda gun holsters in bar area soiled.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed lid missing from trash receptacle in one of the unisex restrooms.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach-in cooler next to tortilla grill.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Observed a couple of lids covering the food on steam table cracked/ chipped.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed part of wall between hand wash sink and grill in disrepair.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray. Observed drip tray in hood area missing.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed urinal in men's restroom in the Circuit Arcade bar area in disrepair. Also, one commode in women's restroom in the Ciruit Arcade bar area in disrepair. Both urinal and commode have signs and covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of white substance removed from original packaging not labeled. Employee labeled container of sugar.
Jan 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a quaternary ammonium solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least 30 seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee at bar dipped glass only in sanitizer, explained to her and she placed it back in for 30 seconds
Live, small flying insects found. One fly by cook line
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Bag for pasta in warmer is a thank you bag
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. In triple sink
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Polished nailed and scooping cooked beef, she got gloves
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in hand sink by cook line, removed by employee
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom in circuit arcade bar
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In walk in cooler, employee secured it
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee drink in kitchen
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle on cold water side in hand sink by triple sink in the circuit arcade bar goes around and no water comes out
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid is cracked for cooked chicken in prep cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In prep cooler, employee placed one
No copy of latest inspection report available. Couldn't find it
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf dusty above prep sink, shelves in walk in cooler with food build up
Thawed portions of ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water. Cooked pork at 56f explained to employee and placed it in cooler, less than 1 hr thawing
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak on base of faucet by prep sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in bulk container, employee store name on
Jul 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee cutting raw fish then removed gloves and got containers with ready to eat food to put in walk in cooler, explained to her, she washed hands
Live, small flying insects found. One on open drink for employee
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At triple sink
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. Emailed one
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pasta cooked at 3 pm yesterday, dated by employee
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Blue substance at circuit bar, labeled windex by manager
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Bathrooms and circuit bar
Clean linens stored on floor. One bag on floor, employee placed it on shelf
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. Open drink on prep table, discarded by manager
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Handle in hand sink at bar at circuit goes around on cold water and no water comes out
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container for pasta
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 77 f water for utensils to scoop food,
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Ripped off in hand sink by cook line, emailed one
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler and vent in walk in cooler
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hand sink not connected on bar outside, not using this bat at this time until the fall
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Base of faucet at triple sink
Jan 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner hanging by soda syrup, employee moved cleaner, also at ocean bar side
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. +200 ppm chlorine in bucket, test strip turned white with a blue line, employee made new solution, 100 ppm
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. For bucket
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Clue substance by triple sink, windex by employee
Bathroom facility not located on the same floor as the food establishment.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies restroom in ocean bar
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Ladies restroom in ocean bar
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in prep cooler
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar outside, emailed one
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in kitchen
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Paint peeling in a couple of areas in kitchen
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Base of faucet in triple sink
Jul 31, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Grabbed raw steak in a portioned bag then grabbed tortilla, explained to her and she discarded tortillas and washed hands
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee dropped watch, picked it up and grabbed tortilla, explained to her, she discarded tortilla and washed hands
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One at cook line
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Glass cleaner hanging by soda syrup, employee moved it
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet, outside bar
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowls in hand sink by cook line, employee moved them
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. By triple sink, manager labeled it glass cleaner
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom in ocean tequila bar next door
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Restroom in ocean tequila bar next door
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Backpack above can of pineapples, employee moved it
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook has watch, she removed it
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in prep unit
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed one
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Outside bar, mgr placed one, hand sink at bar ocean tequila, next door
Thawed portions of ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food rose above 41 degrees Fahrenheit while being thawed under running water. Cooked beef under cold running water at 65f, for 45 minutes, employee placed them in walk in cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cilantro on shelf above pasta, employee rearranged walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powder in bulk container, employee labeled it sugar
Feb 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 15, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 28 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority11 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee washed dishes then got a cutting board and raw fish, explained to him and he washed hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Knife was only washed and rinsed, explained to him
Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a quaternary ammonium solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least 30 seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dipped bowl in only, explained to him
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Milk in bar cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 48-50f pasta and cheese in prep cooler, relocated by employee, milk 50f in bar cooler, employee discarded it
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet outside by bar
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Reading 38f but my probe is reading 48f, milk is 50f
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened last Thursday, discarded
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. Emailed one
Food service manager not certified within 30 days of employment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Mgr here for a year, schedule for 3/13
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar outside
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. For employee that could not find certificate
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink in kitchen and hand sink at outside bar, employee placed some
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Bar outside
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. One bar tender that scoops chips, couldn't find it on phone
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Bar tender posted one, undercooks steak if requester
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand sink at at bar next door ocean stree tequila
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In walk in cooler
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In ladies restroom, in ocean street tequila
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on prep table, employee moved it
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Bar tender poured chips, explained to him
Hole in or other damage to wall. Missing wood cover, door frame in kitchen
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Employee removed it
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Bar outside and in restrooms in ocean street tequila
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in kitchen and shelves in walk in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep area, employee placed it in bucket
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar, labeled by mgr
Sep 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 20 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Grabbed raw steak then grabbed plate to put tortilla, explain pad to him and he washed hands, discarded plate
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flies in kitchen
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemicals above portioned cups, mgr moved them
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened a couple of days ago, bar, employee wrote date on
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in hand sink, employee removed it
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by cook line, also at bar, employee placed some
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. For one new employee here
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On guacamole
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Has old one
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Above prep reach in cooler, employee moved it
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook has watch and bracelet
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook cooking
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook cooking
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. For cheese, cracked lid, reach in cooler
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In prep unit
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In both restrooms
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in walk in cooler
Single-service articles improperly stored. Portioned cups in box at bar, mgr placed them on shelf
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table, employee discarded it
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powder in bulk container, mgr wrote name on
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.