SALENTO STEAK HOUSE
11018 OLD ST AUGUSTINE RD STE 107, Jacksonville FL 32257 · 904-316-1323
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Container of frijole 49°. In side cooler near ice machine. (Overnight cooling temperatures)
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 22, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee drop lid onto ground, then place back on shelf without wash, rinse and sanitizing lid. Person in charge pulled to wash.
Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. Observed empanadas, arepas, made offsite by caterer with license in delinquent status, application in process for 2010 Nost during inspection. Operating outside of scope of catering license. Person in charge provided hand written invoice during inspection.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In single door reach in freezer in main kitchen raw shrimp no longer commercially packaged stored over no longer commercially packaged cassava, plantains. In walk in cooler raw ground beef stored over intact steak. Person in charge began rearranging.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee drop lid on floor, pick it up, place it back on shelf without sanitizing lid or removing gloves to wash hands before handing container of meat. Person in charge spoke to employee who removed gloves, washed hands, brought lid to be washed.
Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. Observed empanadas, arepas, made offsite by caterer with license in delinquent status, application in process for 2010 Nost during inspection. Operating outside of scope of catering license. Person in charge provided hand written invoice during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk in reach in cooler on prep line at 44F. Person in charge states has been in and out of unit. Discarded. Butter and garlic, hoagao sauce made with cut tomatoes stored at room temperature on prep table at 64-70F in back kitchen. Person in charge states has been out for less than 4 hours, moved to reach in cooler. Discussed possibility of holding on time with person in charge.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked plantains holding on shelf above cookline at 84F. Recommend holding on time. Discussed with operator during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Only hand wash sink in kitchen draining directly into bucket at time of inspection. Person in charge able to repair well enough that majority of water drains into piping. Needs time to fully repair.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels/ label residue observed on majority of clean dishware items.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on prep table not in sanitizing solution. Person in charge removed.
Jan 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 14, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Black-like/ mold-like substance buildup on ceiling vents. Near bar area.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensil's in Standing water 77°. Kitchen. Moved by manager.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Warped cooler gaskets. Kitchen cooler.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusty shelves. Kitchen cooler. Near Dish machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. sugar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : rear kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing / broken cove molding by rear kitchen near ice machine and by chest freezer.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor under mop sink.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken/ missing floor tiles by Three compartment sink / Dish machine line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle. Moved by manager.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of oven.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Multiple on dry rack.
Aug 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 20, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Container of frijole 49°. In side cooler near ice machine. (Overnight cooling temperatures)
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food service employee handled soiled equipment, wiped floor, then did not change gloves before engaging in Food service activity. Manager intervened.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Container of frijole 49°. In side cooler near ice machine. (Overnight cooling temperatures)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato, 46°. 48°. Raw beef 48°. 49°. 47°. 47°. Plant foods 48°. Per Person In Charge. Items placed early this morning. Moved by manager to another functional cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager.
Oct 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles Dusty / damaged/ discolored. Near cook line and prep line kitchen
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Bowl in standing water 115°. Kitchen.
Aug 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink chlorine 0 ppm. Manager added chlorine. 100 ppm after.
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. Cut meats.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Condensation drip in reach in cooler by kitchen entrance.
Feb 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon in kitchen Hand wash sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle in kitchen. Marked by manager.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled vinegar spray bottle. Marked by manager.
Jul 25, 2023Inspection 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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Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine. Chlorine 0 ppm. Machine adjusted by manager. Final run 100 ppm. Chlorine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Prep line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal cellphone on prep Area. Moved by manager.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tile by Dish Machine line.
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