SABOR LATINO JAX
7307 LEM TURNER ROAD, Jacksonville FL 32208 · 904-483 6356
Last inspected May 4, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 52 points better than where it started.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Vehicle waste water line is hard piped into ground on private lot -7307 Lem Turner Road, Jacksonville 32218. Person in Charge states pipe runs underground and is connected to another pipe on lot. The whereabouts of where the connected pipe runs cannot be determined.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023070237 | Oct 4, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
May 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In stand up glass door reach-in cooler, raw pork stored over cooked pork. Employee arranged items to proper storage levels.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On counter, beef (57F - Cold Holding). Beef sitting out for orders, returned to reach-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Drink cooler on stool in front of handwash sink. Employee moved cooler/stool.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal,pan and lid stored in handwash sink. Employee removed items from sink.
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Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall behind flat top soiled with residue splatter.
Food stored on floor. Multiple food items,including plastic bottle waters, stored on floor under front counter.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Wood shelf under fryer not smooth, easily cleanable and non absorbent.
Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Mobile Food Dispensing Vehicle conducted food preparation, food storage or other food activity in a private home. See stop sale. At arrival for inspection observed person with 4 bags of birria sauce. Person in Charge stated sauce is made in mobile unit then transported home to freeze/store.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. On lower shelf of prep table, scoops in flour and rice containers have handles touching products. Person in Charge moved scoops.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. On lower shelf on prep table, container identified as flour not labeled. Person in Charge labeled.
Jan 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub pads stored in handwash sink. Operator removed.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup used in bulk rice container. Operator removed.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Wall behind flattop has splatter debris.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelf under flattop, wood not sealed properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
Apr 10, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 319 WOODBINE ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 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 mfdv.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash sink. Employee supplied paper napkins.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Service window open with 2 flying insects observed in unit.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Back door left open, 2 flying insects present.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet towel on top of reach-in cooler by back door.
Dec 5, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 319 WOODBINE ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 5, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
Recorded at 319 WOODBINE ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
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. No proof of any employee food handler training.
Oct 4, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 17 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
Recorded at 319 WOODBINE ST, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority7 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One live fly in vehicle.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle disposing of wastewater at an unapproved location. Vehicle waste water line is hard piped into ground on private lot -7307 Lem Turner Road, Jacksonville 32218. Person in Charge states pipe runs underground and is connected to another pipe on lot. The whereabouts of where the connected pipe runs cannot be determined.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle obtaining water from an unapproved source. Person in Charge states water obtained to fill clean water tank is at current location - 7307 Lem Turner Road, Jacksonville 32218. This is a privately owned lot.
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. No written plan available. Inspector emailed Form 5030-104.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink in vehicle. Towels provided.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available.
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. No proof of any employee food handler 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. No proof could be provided. Inspector emailed Food Employee Reporting Agreement.
No sanitizer of any kind available for warewashing. Only use single-service items to serve food to customers until sanitizer is available for warewashing. No sanitizer available.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. No license could be provided.
Equipment in poor repair. Window cracked near service opening.
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions and bag of beans on floor in vehicle. Items moved and stored correctly.
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. License number not on unit.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle service opening not kept closed except during food service. Front service window kept open without servicing anyone. Screen closed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sink in vehicle. Inspector emailed sign.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go lids on floor in vehicle. Lids moved and stored correctly.
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.