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PINEGROVE MARKET AND DELI

1511 PINEGROVE AVE, Jacksonville FL 32205 · 904.389.8655

Last inspected Aug 4, 2026 · 14 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats55
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA2614663
Grade history
FEB 25
APR 25
SEP 25
JAN 26
AUG 26
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections trending down, 27 points off where it started.

Worst finding on record
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: 2 live roaches on back of flip top cooler, 1 live roach on hinge of cooler door. Employee killed all roaches
High priority/35A-05-4/Time Extended
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Disciplinary actions

1 case · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
5--2025034430Feb 3, 2025May 19, 2025$400

Inspection history

14 visits, newest first

Aug 4, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 12 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken stored with potato skins in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut marks on long white board.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored on shelf next to dry storage food items. Employee moved beverage.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Show the remaining 8 findings ▾
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Vape pen stored on shelf with single service cups and lids. Employee moved vape pen.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial hair preparing food items without a beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Missing date marking and address on prepackaged foods in clear door cooler.
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing in storage area near mop sink.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves.
Basic/14-17-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall and ceiling in storage room
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. No label on white powdery substance, manager labeled container flour.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
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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 priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over bell peppers, manager properly stored eggs.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Sprayer at triple sink.
High priority/29-37-4
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Oven cleaner hanging on shelf near dry spices. Employee moved chemical spray bottle.
High priority/41-10-4/Corrected On-Site
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board on grill cook side of table.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut marks on cutting board on sand making table.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on white reach in freezer.
Basic/14-11-5
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Chicken salad and pasta stored in clear door cooler grab n go area.
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in storage area and small prep area where panini press is located.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand wash sign missing near dish machine.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls and ceiling in side storage area and prep area.
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled white powdery substance stored in container. Manager labeled container.
Basic/02D-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over salami in reach in freezer.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (76F - Cold Holding) stored on counter in kitchen area. Per manager butter was stored on counter for 1 hour. Employee put butter back in cooler.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles stored Near single service utensils.
High priority/41-10-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papers towel at hand wash sink on cooks line, employee restocked paper towels.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Clear bowl used to scoop dry seasonings.
Basic/14-01-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut marks on cutting board.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored on sandwich Make table. Employee discarded beverage.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris on interior of microwave.
Basic/22-08-4
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Tabouleh
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light missing in storage room.
Basic/38-07-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at hand wash sink near triple sink.
Basic/31B-04-4/Repeat Violation
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Storage area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Jun 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 15 findings ▾
Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Salmon vacuum sealed in display case
High priority/03G-04-5/Warning
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over cucumbers, manager properly stored shell eggs
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. Triple sink
High priority/29-37-4
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing on faucet Under hand wash sink before black hose connection
High priority/29-34-4/Repeat Violation/Admin Complaint
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment is currently vacuum sealing salmon, beef, chicken and sausage. After speaking with manager about submitting a HACCP plan he decided not to do ROP.
Intermediate/03G-50-1/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Long white cutting board
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two employee beverages stored on prep counter, employee discarded beverages
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employees with facial hair preparing food items without a beard guard.
Basic/13-04-4
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on white reach in freezer
Basic/14-11-5
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle, employee properly stored tongs
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Desserts, salads and side dishes stored in clear door cooler in dining area
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near triple sink
Basic/31B-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan cover dusty in walk in cooler
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in dry food storage area. Light cover missing in storage area
Basic/38-05-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in Storage area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Feb 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 19, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.

0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead in restroom, 4 dead under ice machine, 4 dead along wall in kitchen, all cleaned up
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Feb 5, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 4, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: 2 live roaches on back of flip top cooler, 1 live roach on hinge of cooler door. Employee killed all roaches
High priority/35A-05-4/Time Extended/Return visit Feb 4, 2025 · 1 live roach behind reach in cooler, 1 live roach on yellow cutting board, 1 live roach on wall near dish machine. Manager killed all roaches Admin Complaint
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: 3 dead roaches behind flip top coolers, 1 dead roach on wall near sandwich press, 1 dead roach in storage area. Employee discarded dead roaches and cleaned the area
Basic/35A-03-4/Time Extended/Return visit Feb 4, 2025 · One dead roach on floor by prep table, one dead roach on edge of reach in cooler, one dead roach on floor behind flip top cooler Admin Complaint
Feb 4, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: 2 live roaches on back of flip top cooler, 1 live roach on hinge of cooler door. Employee killed all roaches
High priority/35A-05-4/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
High priority/08A-05-6/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
High priority/29-34-4/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
Intermediate/11-26-1/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: 3 dead roaches behind flip top coolers, 1 dead roach on wall near sandwich press, 1 dead roach in storage area. Employee discarded dead roaches and cleaned the area
Basic/35A-03-4/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
Basic/14-05-4/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
Basic/22-16-4/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
Basic/23-03-4/Time Extended
From follow-up inspection 2025-02-04: No change
Basic/36-30-4/Time Extended
Feb 3, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection

Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.

5 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine pill bottle stored on shelf with dry storage items
High priority/41-07-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over bell peppers in the walk in cooler
High priority/08A-05-6
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 8 live roaches on floor in back of flip top cooler 3 lives roaches behind small flip top cooler 1 live roach on walk in cooler door
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. butter (79F - Cold Holding) stored in small pan on shelf above prep line. Stored on prep line for 3 hours manager discarded butter cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (49-50F - Cold Holding); cheee slices (50-51F - Cold Holding); deli meat (49-51F - Cold Holding); chicken salad (49F - Cold Holding) per employee food items were just restocked walk in cooler is steps away from the prep cooler. cheese slices (49F - Cold Holding); ham (47F - Cold Holding); turkey (49F - Cold Holding) raw shell eggs ambient temperature (49F - Cold Holding) cold holding in the walk in cooler. Ambient temperature of walk in cooler at end of inspection 37.9F per manager an employee left the door open during their lunch rush for a few minutes
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing at faucet in small room on where sandwich press is located
High priority/29-34-4
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. No written procedures provided, emailed manager written procedures during inspection
Intermediate/11-26-1
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Card board used to line shelves in the the walk in cooler and display case
Basic/14-05-4
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on cooks line, 3 dead roaches in dry storage area, 1 dead roach on wall near fan, 1 dead roach under prep table where meat slicer is located, 1 dead roach on ground near dish machine.
Basic/35A-03-4/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Two employee beverages stored on top shelf in dry storage area near sandwich press, employee discarded beverages
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handle
Basic/10-20-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers are soiled in the walk in cooler
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on bottom of cooler and freezer
Basic/22-16-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in storage area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Aug 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided, manager gave me a cloth towel to dry my hands. Per employee they are out of paper towels
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Repeat Violation
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Beef stored on top of White cloths in display case
Basic/21-05-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cut marks on both cutting boards
Basic/14-09-4
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on oven door handles, employee properly stored tongs
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Fruit, desserts and side dishes stored in clear door cooler in dining area.
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris on exterior of flip top cooler closest to hand sink, soiled gaskets on meat cooler, fan covers are dusty in the walk in cooler. Employee cleaned gaskets during inspection
Basic/23-03-4/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler is soiled with food debris where French fries are stored, interior of reach in cooler next to fryer is soiled on interior. Employee cleaned coolers
Basic/22-16-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Sanitizing solution for wiping cloths not free of food debris and visible soil. Sanitizing bucket is visibly soiled on bottom of prep table
Basic/21-11-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in storage area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Nov 8, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting boards on cooks line
Intermediate/22-02-4
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Black tray stored on top of hand wash sink
Intermediate/31A-09-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No appear towels at hand wash sink in storage area
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. White cloth used underneath cuts of beef
Basic/21-05-5
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Food debris on floor in the Walk in cooler
Basic/36-73-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris on interior of Microwave
Basic/22-08-4
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Desserts and sides in clear door cooler in dining area
Basic/02D-03-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on fan cover in walk in cooler
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Flip top cooler where potato salad is stored
Basic/22-16-4
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Slow draining Hand wash sink near cooks line, employee unclogged sink
Basic/29-19-4/Corrected On-Site
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall and ceiling in storage area
Basic/36-30-4/Repeat Violation
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls near sandwich press and triple sink
Basic/36-27-5
Sep 26, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach on floor Under shelf in small hallway between prep areas, employee discarded roach and cleaned the area
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Hat hanging on shelf where dry storage condiments are stored, employee moved hat
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with out a beard guard
Basic/13-04-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled Under shelves in walk in cooler
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. Cases of Water and gatorade stored on floor in side storage area, employee properly stored beverages
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Premade salads and sides in clear door cooler in dining area. Manager properly labeled all containers
Basic/02D-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust on Fan covers Debris on Shelves in walk in cooler Gaskets soiled with food debris on cooks line Grease build up on Exterior of flat top grill
Basic/23-03-4
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Wall in Storage room
Basic/36-30-4
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled container with a White powdery substance stored on bottom shelf of prep table
Basic/02D-01-5

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.