PENMAN DINER
1289 PENMAN RD, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904.595.5289
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 15 live roaches on sticky traps in dry food storage area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024065602 | Aug 20, 2024 | Jan 6, 2025 | $600 |
| 5--2021008195 | Feb 17, 2021 | Apr 8, 2021 | $1,000 |
| 5--2021002113 | Nov 3, 2020 | Mar 3, 2021 | $200 |
| 5--2018048364 | Aug 3, 2018 | Apr 17, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed threaded hose Bibb located outside near back door without a back flow device.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal items stored next to food in food storage area. Manager removed and stored properly.
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Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed in walk in cooler outside large bucket with ground beef stored on floor. Observed large pot of potatoes stored on floor located on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handle of oven. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over grill area soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at start of inspection. Employee closed lid to dumpster.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee removed and hung to dry properly.
Jan 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found Observed 1 flying insect near ware Washing area.
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed biscuit in steam table wrapped in non food grade cloth towel. Employee removed towel.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in outside walk in cooler raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat gravy. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener soiled with food debris. Employee removed and cleaned during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without a label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board deeply grooved.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee uncovered drink stored on prep table near toaster. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employees engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put hair nets on.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed large bag of sugar stored on floor of food storage area. Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in use knife stored in between equipment located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters over grill area soiled with grease.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open during inspection.
Jul 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee on cook line placing his hands under his arm then proceeded to flip French toast. Manager intervened and instructed employee to remove gloves and wash hands properly.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat bag of lettuce. Employee removed and stored properly.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottles containing degreaser and bleach without labels. Manager placed labels on spray bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on handle of oven on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over dish ware. Employee removed and stored properly.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open during inspection
Nov 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach behind cooler on service line. Manager removed and discarded from premises.
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed can of burn spray stored on shelf over prep table. Manager removed and stored burn spray away from food prep.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat onions located in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 2 cracked shell eggs with raw shell eggs in walk in cooler. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in flip top cooler on cook line Liquid eggs (52F - Cold Holding); Cut tomatoes (52F - Cold Holding); Ham (51F - Cold Holding); Raw shell eggs ambient temperature (46F - Cold Holding); Cut lettuce (53F - Cold Holding). Cooler has an ambient temperature of 46F. All items stored in walk in cooler prior to placing in reach in cooler. Manager will place ice on TCS items on top and remove all TCS items stored inside cooler.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed establishment without probe thermometer.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed employee food training expired for 1 employee.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing bleach without a label. Observed spray bottle containing degreaser without a label. Manager placed labels on spray bottles.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled behind splash guard near ice chute.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guards.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without hair restraint. Employees put hair nets on during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler on cook line with torn door gaskets.
Food stored on floor. Observed in outside walk in cooler 2 bags of onions stored on floor. Manager removed and stored properly.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in use tongs on oven located on cook line. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters over grill area soiled. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled on cook line.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at start of inspection. Manager closed dumpster lid.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table not stored in sanitizer solution.
Aug 21, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 11 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 2 flying insects in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef over ready to eat potatoes in stand alone cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed total of 15 live roaches on sticky traps in dry food storage area.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed required training expired for some employees.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed multiple spray bottles with sanitizer and degreaser without labels.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed large sticky traps with multiple dead roaches on traps.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler on cook line with torn door gaskets.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw shell eggs stored on floor near back door. Employee removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed filters soiled on cook line. Observed fan on cook line dusty. Manager removed fan and started to clean during inspection.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open at start of inspection. Manager closed dumpster lid.
Apr 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Observed employee toast bread pull of toaster with are hands place butter on toast and hold toast with bare hands to cut in half to serve customer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored in stand alone cooler over cooked potatoes. Manager removed and stored properly.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked shell egg stored with raw shell eggs in stand alone stored in stand alone cooler. Manager discarded cracked shell egg.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in drink cooler 2 containers of Milk (46F - Cold Holding); Milk (57F - Cold Holding) on service line. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 41F. Manager removed and placed in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on top of steam table Oatmeal (128F - Hot Holding); Cooked onions (91F - Hot Holding) in pan. Employee stated he keeps there as an extra amount when needed. Observed cooked fries in fry basket on cook line at 127F. Manager discarded fries.
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/ Observed establishment with 7 employees engaging in food preparation without certified food service manager on duty.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some employees food training expired.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of window cleaner without label. Observed spray bottle with chemical substance without label. Manager placed labels on spray bottles.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees engaging in food preparation on cook line without hair restraints.
Food stored on floor. Observed pot of potatoes stored on floor of cookline. Employee stated they were going to place on stove. Manager had employee put on stove.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed In-use tongs stored on handle of stove on cook line. Manager removed tongs from stove.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in coolers on cook line soiled.
Open dumpster lid. Observed dumpster lid open during inspection.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed case of cutlery packets stored on floor near service line. Manager will store properly.
Oct 31, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 27, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 19 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate10 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed 2 employees cracking raw shell eggs and proceeded to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Manager intervened and had employees remove gloves and wash hands.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed oatmeal at 112F sitting on table next to steam well. See stop sale Observed mashed potatoes on cook line at 75F. See stop sale. Employee stated mashed potatoes was extra, oat meal brought out from cooler at 6:30am.
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. See stop sale. Observed home fries being held o time control without time mark. Manager placed time mark on home fries.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn beef hash on table next to grill at 85F. Employee will reheat corn beef that was heated 30 minutes prior. Took second temperature of corn beef hash at 201F. Observed oatmeal at 112F sitting on table next to steam well. See stop sale Observed mashed potatoes on cook line at 75F. See stop sale. Employee stated mashed potatoes was extra, oat meal brought out from cooler at 6:30am.
Employee using bare hand contact with nonready-to-eat food (such as raw animal food or flour) unnecessarily without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils. Observed employee use bare hands to place biscuit on grill.
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. Observed establishment without written procedures for vomiting and diarrhea clean up. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed meat slicer soiled with food debris.
Original container of toxic substance or chemical does not bear the manufacturer's label. Observed multiple spray bottles of toxic substances without labels. Manager provided labels for spray bottles.
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. Observed Required employee training expired for all employees.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine interior splash guard soiled with mold-like substance.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on food preparation tables throughout kitchen. Manager removed drinks and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees engaging in food preparation without hair restraints. Manager had employees put hair nets on.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets on cook line torn. Observed Cutting boards on cook line that have cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Observed back room Light shield damaged/in disrepair.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed establishment without copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in cooler door gaskets soiled on cook line.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizer bucket stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed Single-service cutlery stored on floor at entrance of kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly.
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