RUBY BEACH SMOKE
691 1ST ST N, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-647-6044
Last inspected Jan 30, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
NOV 23
FEB 25
AUG 25
JAN 26
≈ ERRATIC
4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jan 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
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. Pitcher in it, removed
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Undercooks eggs sometimes for smash hamburgers, posted one
Clean linens stored on floor. Bag with linens on floor, operator placed it on shelf
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened drink mat drink by oil jug, operator discarded it
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Operator cleaned it and it's drying
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle.
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 copy of latest inspection report available. Unable to find on email
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf above triple sink
Sep 30, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. One employee here since April couldn't find it
Aug 14, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority8 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Rae bacon on shelf above hot dogs, manager rearranged reach in cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw hamburgers in container above raw bacon, manager rearranged reach in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken salad, cheese, and cut lettuce
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 54f sour cream, cut lettuce, cheese, cooked chicken, in prep reach in cooler, employee relocated a couple and stop sale a couple, overnight,
Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Red line is broken in prep cooler, manager placed another one
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
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Quat
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. One employee here since April couldn't find it
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. For one new employee and new mgr here, could find her certificate
No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee got more from bar where she's parked by
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork at commissary 2 days ago, manager write date on
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Yellow container, manager stated is cleaner
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Ice build up in prep cooler, 54f
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container for hot dogs in cooler, manager changed it
Food stored on floor. Oil jug, manager placed it on shelf
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.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Window and door
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves by triple sink
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling/ moon roof missing from interior of cookline. Manager will place tarp over whole in roof.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed establishment without choking poster. Inspector will provide copy of choking poster.
Nov 17, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 5960 RICHARD ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. Employee onsite has no proof of responsibilities. Supplied operator with DBPR form 5030-103. Operator reviewed with employee and signed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer at front of truck has ice buildup.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Front light fixture missing cover.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. MFDV lacks sliding solid window, opening has no protection
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over wok are have grease build up.
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.