PERSEPOLIS CAFE
6082 SAINT AUGUSTINE, Jacksonville FL 32217 · 904-374-1619
Last inspected Nov 7, 2025 · 7 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 23 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Dead insects on floor by Dish Machine. Cleaned by manager.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019012562 | Jan 25, 2019 | Apr 24, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Nov 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottles at Three compartment sink. Bleach, degreaser. Marked by manger.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door self closing mechanism disabled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service containers on floor. Storage. Moved by manager.
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2025
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose bibb by kitchen sink no Vacuum breaker.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked vegetables made 7/7 then removed from freezer not date marked for tracking. Person In Charge marked item. (Removed 7/18)
Jan 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Food service employee used restroom then did not wash hands when returning to kitchen. Inspector intervened.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. "Sterilite" style/brand non food grade containers used for food storage. direct contact with food. green vegetables. Walk in cooler.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Food service employee returned from outside cooler then engaged in food service activity without washing hands. Inspector intervened.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone prep table. Moved by manager
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Bag single service to go containers on floor. Moved by manager.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemicals test strips available.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Jun 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2024
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal items, phones. Bags, By prep table. Moved by manager.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Dec 7, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on counter. Moved by manager.
Food stored on floor. Boxed vegetables on floor. Moved by manager.
Aug 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine chlorine 0ppm. Supply tube was incorrectly connected. Inspector assisted in reconnecting tube. Chlorine 100 ppm after rerun.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Dead insects on floor by Dish Machine. Cleaned by manager.
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. Gave form
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips soaked.
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. Gave form
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.