PARK AVENUE BILLIARDS
714 PARK AVE, Orange Park FL 32073 · 904.215.1557
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Four live flying insects at three compartment sink of upstairs bar.
★ 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--2022038531 | May 20, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Live, small flying insects found. Four live flying insects at three compartment sink of upstairs bar.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked chicken in flip top reach in cooler in kitchen at 47F. Chicken has been in same cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale. Cooked chicken in flip top reach in cooler in kitchen at 47F. Chicken has been in same cooler overnight.
Vacuum breaker missing/incorrectly installed at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On mop sink with added splitter, vacuum breaker is installed at top of the splitter. Vacuum breaker needed on non-chemical side of splitter.
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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. Provided DBPR HR 5030-104.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of upstairs bar soda guns have build up.
No proof provided that some 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 agreements for Stephanie C, Misty W and Shirley H.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with clear liquid at upstairs bar. Operator discarded contents.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of kitchen microwave is soiled.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking sign available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-105.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade has build up of food debris.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen handwash sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Deflector plate on ice machine has black mold-like substance.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. No covered receptacle available in women's downstairs restroom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor in upstairs men's restroom and walk in freezer floor is soiled.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee handwashing sign at main sink at ladies downstairs restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water valve does not work on downstairs bar handwash sink.
Smoking or vaping in an enclosed indoor workplace. Multiple ashtrays with cigarette butts with smoke odor in upstairs area. Person in charge states smoking is permitted upstairs.
Feb 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer tablet stored above uncovered stirrers and straws on shelf by downstairs liquor storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On mop sink, vacuum breaker missing from threaded faucet with attached hose.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener has food debris on the blade. Both soda gun interiors at upstairs bar have slime-like substance or slime.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels for upstairs and downstairs bars have the paper towel dispenser too far from handwash sinks. Also, no paper towels at kitchen, at upstairs and downstairs bar and in downstairs men's handicap stall handwash sinks.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at upstairs bar, downstairs bar and in upstairs women's handicap stall handwash sinks.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Small carbon dioxide tank at upstairs bar register area is unsecured.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used under the toaster on wire shelf by fryers.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Posted license expired June 1, 2024.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor around ice machine and under bag in box soda rack is soiled.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cutting board in kitchen has a very rough surface and no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield cracked in upstairs men's restroom, handicap stall.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease buildup.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water valve in men's downstairs handicap stall is inoperable.
Uncovered food/beverage stored near sink exposed to splash. Paper towel dispenser, and downstairs bar located directly over open liquor bottles. Also, in beer walk in cooler case of plastic soda bottles on the floor. Also, in upstairs walk in freezer, case of bread on the floor.
Jul 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live flying insect at right ice bin at downstairs bar.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw ground beef in upstairs refrigerator stored above ready to eat dressings and sour cream.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Pan of chili in flip top reach in cooler in kitchen at 45F. Per employee, he does not know when chili was placed in refrigerator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. See stop sale. Pan of chili in flip top reach in cooler in kitchen at 45F. Per employee, he does not know when chili was placed in refrigerator.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At upstairs mop sink, attached hose to threaded faucet missing a vacuum breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener on table at kitchen entrance has food debris build up. Interior of upstairs soda guns have slime build up.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine and interior lid has black mold-like substance.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tank at register upstairs is unsecured.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Displayed license expired June 1, 2024.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape wrapped around the box for the plastic wrap, duct tape on gasket on stand up reach in cooler in upstairs bar and duct tape used on mop bucket upstairs.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under and around ice machine is soiled. Fan guards in beer walk in cooler have debris.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of pickles stored on the floor in beer walk in cooler.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Cutting board in upstairs kitchen very rough, no longer smooth and easily cleanable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign in men's downstairs restroom. Provided DBPR Form HR 5030-111.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Beer walk in cooler gasket is soiled. Gaskets on flip top reach in cooler in kitchen are soiled.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water valve at sink in men's restroom handicapped stall downstairs does not work.
Uncovered food/beverage stored near sink exposed to splash. Paper towels dispenser located directly above opened liquor bottles in downstairs bar.
Jan 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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 kit available. Establishment utilizing quaternary ammonium.
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. No proof of food handler training for Jack D. preparing beverages at the bar.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. CO2 tank at upstairs bar below register is unsecured.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct tape used on right door gasket of upstairs reach in freezer behind register area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sign missing from downstairs men's restroom. Inspector provided DBPR Form HR 5030-111 and person in charge hung sign in restroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan above kitchen door entrance has accumulation of dust.
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 15, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. At threaded faucet on mop sink, vacuum breaker missing at attached hose.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on shelf to right of three compartment sink has yellow and black staining.
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet. Missing toilet paper in men's downstairs handicap stall and upstairs ladies restroom handicap stall.
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. Per operator, five employees missing food handler training.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. See stop sale. Interior of ice machine components behind cover with heavy black mold-like substance. Visible black particles observed inside made ice in bin. Also, black visible particles observed in downstairs bar ice bin. See stop sale.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Carbon dioxide tank under register at upstairs bar and by ice machine downstairs are unsecured.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents/floors/walls soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Floor in downstairs walk in cooler soiled. Floor under downstairs bar soiled.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover missing in front of upstairs bar reach in cooler.
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. Cove molding missing in kitchen from under three compartment sink to entrance of kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tile missing at entrance to downstairs walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bar taps at upstairs and downstairs bars have black mold-like substance. Gasket on reach in cooler below steam table in kitchen is soiled. Gasket on downstairs walk in cooler soiled.
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.