PALETERIA MAGIA FRESCA
5810 ST AUGUSTINE RD, Jacksonville FL 32207 · 561.307.8442
Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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4 inspections trending up, 15 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One on a container by triple sink, manager killed it
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Aug 19, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Observed one flying insect in back kitchen area.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. Establishments license expired 6-1-26.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed sour cream, cut tomatoes, cut cabbage (44F-46F - Cold Holding) in glass door reach-in cooler at front line area. Operator stated she had some of the foods out during lunch. Operator stated she will leave the door closed for the cooler to chill the foods. Retemped at end of inspection Cut cabbage and cut tomatoes 42F-43F, sour cream 45F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed white ice making plate/ deflector plate in ice machine in kitchen area soiled.
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink at front line area used to store plastic lids. Operator removed plastic lids.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink at front service area and also no paper towels at hand wash sink next to ice machine. Operator brought over some napkins to hand wash sink at front line area.
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. Observed person in charge unable to provide proof of employee food safety training. Person in charge stated she and one other employee have been here more than 60 days.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection and employee on duty read and signed form.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored at triple sink. Discussed with operator to label the bottle of bleach.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice bin at ice machine in back kitchen area soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed souflee cups used to dispense nuts on counter next to glass door reach-in cooler. Operator removed souflee cups.
Food stored on floor. Observed bag of sugar and whittle waters in plastic bottles stored on floor next to dry food storage shelf. Operator removed both foods to properly store.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Observed dipper well for ice cream scoops insufficient velocity/turned off. Operator turned it back on.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed propane tank in back kitchen area.
Oct 30, 2025Inspection 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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Live, small flying insects found. One fly at from counter
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Chicharron in thank you bag on shelf by warmers
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 3 days ago
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Crusty food on warmers container and lid
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by triple sink, manager placed napkins
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine with yellow build up
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On granola, operator moved it
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cutting fruits, no hair restraints
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket torn in upright cooler and in upright freezer
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. On cut cabbage in upright cooler with
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Closed, operator turned it on
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In cooler with flavor water, employee placed one
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Boxes for mangos used for peeled bananas on liner in upright freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Milk base at room temperature, 30f, operator placed it in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table, operator placed it to be washed
Wood non food-contact surface not properly sealed. Under frozen popsicles and under aguas frescas
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Brown powder in storage shelf by ac unit, cinnamon sugar per operator
Oct 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 24, 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 dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. There is a triple sink but there is no stopper for at least sanitizer side, he has a container to use for now and will buy the stopper today
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 18 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate8 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 clean scoop, explained to her and she washed hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washed and rinsed only food container and placed it as clean, explained to her and I told her how to do it properly
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. One on a container by triple sink, manager killed it
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrubby in hand sink at front counter and container in it in hand sink by triple sink, employee moved it
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat
No dishwashing facilities of any kind provided. There is a triple sink but there is no stopper for at least sanitizer side, he has a container to use for now and will buy the stopper today
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In bathroom, 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, she read it
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. Employee here for 3 months
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 squeeze bottles by triple sink, employee stated soap
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,
Food stored on floor. Water bottles under prep table, employee placed it on shelf, also sugar bag on floor in back kitchenk
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine
Interior of ice machine/bin with rust that has pitted the surface
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket in upright cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries on shelf above cut melon, employee rearranged
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White powder in bulk container, employee labeled sugar
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. In back kitchen
Nov 16, 2023Call 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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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Sep 11, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority7 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. On same container with lids, operator moved it
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 50f Aguas fresca with milk,employee iced it down and hot to 41f
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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 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/ Mgr stated he couldn't find it, employee called him on phone
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Lid in hand sink by triple sink
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quaternary
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee placed napkins, both hand sinks and hand sink in bathroom too
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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. Mgr couldn't find his card
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. On raw rice,
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
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
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. On prep table, operator stopped
Food stored on floor. Raw flour chicharron
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Employee moved it
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away. Operator turned it higher
No copy of latest inspection report available.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Emailed proper sign, hand sink at front counter
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Freezer for Aguas frescas
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cups in box on floor, triple sink area
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries on shelf above cut melon
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. By ice machine
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.