PURA VIDA FOODS
5960 RICHARDS STREET, Jacksonville FL 32216 · 904.742.4073
Last inspected Jul 10, 2025 · 7 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 26 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flying insects inside food truck. Service window left open when not serving customers and also back door of food truck is rolled up and left fully open
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs on shelf above pico de gallo, manager rearranged
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 56f chicken on counter, no time no procedure, explained to him and he wrote time on
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior lid for rice warmer and cooking pot
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container on it, manager removed it
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager placed a roll
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. Son helping with orders only, gave and explained form
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Preparing foods
Food stored on floor. Oil jug
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Old one
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Back door and window open, explained to him, he closed back door and closed screen window
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. On email
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go lids in box on floor,
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep counter.
Dec 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 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. Operator washed dish then scooped food, explained to him and he washed hands k
Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator opened bottle of water, drank then scooped cooked meat, explained to him and he washed hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Operator washed and rinsed only lid for food container, explained to him
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Shelled eggs by grill, explained time as public health control, operator placed them in cooler,
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 60f cooked veggies and pico de gallo, placed them in cooler by operator, explained time as public health control
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
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in it, operator moved it
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Greens substance, cleaner by operator
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator connected water heater
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Tilapia, punctured by operator
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook cooking
Food stored on floor. Margarine jug, operator placed it on shelf
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Opened window, no screen
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed one
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go containers in box on floor,
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tilapia 30f in triple sink operator placed it in cooler,
Jul 25, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Observed employee exit food truck and returned after purchasing something to drink and returned back to food truck and take orders and server customers and handle drinks without washing hands. Reviewed with employee
Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee wash hands for under 20 seconds with no soap and only water. Reviewed with employee
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw meat then handle flour tortillas without washing hands. Reviewed with employee
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 live flying insects inside food truck. Service window left open when not serving customers and also back door of food truck is rolled up and left fully open
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pico (76-78F - Cold Holding), stored in portion cups in container, place there from reach in cooler @ 1 hr ago. Manager stated will be discarded after end of shift. Discussed placing item on Time and provided paperwork raw shell eggs - ambient temperature (81F - Cold Holding), stored next to grill area, place there around 10am from reach in cooler. Manager placing back in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl stored in hand wash sink
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. Operator has only 1 food handler employee hired over 60 days and unable to provide proof of training
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 has only 1 food handler employee hired over 60 days and unable to provide proof of training
Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator says has no commissary location at this time and will need to find new location since current place has change there policy and procedures for food trucks using there facility
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water turned off at hand wash sink. Manager turned back on
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee Bluetooth speaker stored next to single service items
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Employee preparing food with watch and bracelet on wrist
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Observed 3 live flying insects inside food truck. Service window left open when not serving customers and also back door of food truck is rolled up and left fully open
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go container stored on floor
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp at 32F thawing in three compartment sink area
Jan 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
Recorded at 1712 OGILVIE PARK LN, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Mgr grabbed raw beef then scooped chips and grabbed bag with tostones, explained to him and he washed hands
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken in open bag on shelf above tostones in open bag, mgr rearranged
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 60f pico de Gallo on table, explained time as public health control, mgr wrote time, I emailed 4 hr procedure
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. +200 chl in bucket, test strip turned blue and immediately white, explained to him
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. For bucket
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in hand sink, mgr moved it
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Undercooks steak, wrote and posted one
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chlorine per mgr
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook cooking
Food stored on floor. Oil jugs
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed one
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box with to go containers on floor
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Nov 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 1712 OGILVIE PARK LN, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 5, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 1712 OGILVIE PARK LN, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority5 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw prep beef stored over raw fries in bottom reach in cooler
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Raw shell eggs - ambient temperature (50F - Cold Holding), stored in flip top reach in cooler, place there from main reach in cooler approximately 2 hrs ago. Manager closed lid due to going in and out of unit
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing back flow preventer on both bib spigot located on exterior of food truck near passenger door
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 operator with Clean-Up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events handout
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bowl inside hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Manager unable to provide proof but has paperwork in office and no other certified manager for establishment
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. Discussed and provided the Employee Health Reporting Agreement form during the inspection.
Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator currently has No Commissary to dump waste water and received fresh water. Operator said was at food truck city but validated with food truck city manager and said MFDV on on roaster
Equipment in poor repair. Bottom reach in cooler door with torn gasket
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. No license number posted on unit
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