SARA'S OF SAN MARCO
1562 HENDRICKS AVE, Jacksonville FL 32207 · 904.553.9477
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 6 visits since November 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Grabbed pitta for customer, explained to her and she put gloves on
★ 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--2019053616 | Oct 9, 2019 | Nov 27, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surfaces sanitized with a chlorine solution not exposed to the sanitizer solution for at least seven seconds. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee placed dishes she washed only for 4 seconds in chlorine sanitizer, explained to her and she placed them back
Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking. Flor cut tomatoes and cut lettuce, employee write time on
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Hot dogs opened on Saturday
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer baskets, lids for food while cooking, interior and exterior of lid, all with grease build up
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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. For new prep employee, has blank copy
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green substance by cook line, employee stated it's degreaser
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage room
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage on ceiling tiles, storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. On prep area by coffee, employee moved it to bottom shelf
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Black build up by triple sink and mop sink
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. One missing
No proof available showing that employees touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands have received the required training on risks, handwashing, finger nail maintenance, prohibited jewelry and good hygienic practices. Establishment has an approved Alternative Operating Procedure. New employee without employee training is bare handing fries, explained to her and she got gloves
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stove top, side and shelf on table by fryer with grease build up
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent and shelf in upright cooler by ice bin
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Food splatters by slicer
Oct 20, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate9 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. Employee washed fork then took it out from sanitizer, along with other dishes, without washing hands, explained to her and she washed hands
Employee not following establishment's approved Alternative Operating Procedure for bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food. Employee not doing the 2 handwashing that procedure indicates, explained to her and she did it again
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Red cleaner on shelf above food, bakery area, manager rearranged
Employee with artificial nails/nail polish working with exposed food without wearing intact gloves. Employee grabbed and dropped fries in fryer, she has long fake nails, explained to her and she'll use gloves
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of fryer with grease build up
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Green solution at bakery area, manager stated it's cleaner
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. A couple not secured in storage closet
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. A couple with water damage in storage closed
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vent dusty by bakery and office and by cash register
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Throughout cooking area and front counter, blackish food build up
Food employee not using the two additional control measures after washing hands as required by the Alternative Operating Procedure for bare hand contact with ready-to-eat food. No bare hand contact allowed with ready-to-eat food. Employee washed her hands only once and grabbed bread with bare hands, explained to her, she discarded bread and washed her hands twice,
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave with old food build up on interior top
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf by cook line, top of stove and grill guard with food build up, shelf under hand sink with food build up, also exterior of pots and containers with cooked bacon, grease build up
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves and vent with blackish build up in upright cooler at front counter
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet towel on prep table, cook line. employee discarded it
Apr 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 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. Employee washed dish then scooped scrambled eggs, explained to her and she washed hands
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Approved aop/bare hand contact today
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Pre cooked sausage and hot dogs opened yesterday early morning, date marked by employee
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer basket and ice bin
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage area
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage in storage area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Above customer food, in cooler, employee placed her drink on bottom shelf
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Working with open foods
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Triple sink area and by soda syrup boxes
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stove top and door frame in upright freezer in storage area
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. One shelf and vent in upright cooler by cash register
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed tomatoes on shelf above ranch, manager rearranged upright cooler by cash register
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. By stove
Oct 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
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. Employee washed knife and then grabbed sanitized knife, explained to her and she washed hands
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Grabbed pitta for customer, explained to her and she put gloves on
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw hamburger on shelf above sauerkraut and mayonnaise, employee rearranged reach in cooler,
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. One faucet
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 1 new employee
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage room
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage by hood
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed and posted
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on reach in freezer
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent and shelves in glass upright cooler
Silverware/utensils dried with a towel/cloth. Plates, explained to him
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Too many filters on table, not all will be used, explained to manager and she placed in cabinet
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On Oreo table. Employee discarded it
Apr 1, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked eggs then grabbed cooked bacon, explained to her and she discarded bacon
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw ground beef on shelf above open bag of cooked chicken in reach in freezer by cook line, mgr rearranged,
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 113f grits on warmer, employee placed them on the stove, got to 165f
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. One faucet in mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. On fryer basket
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Water damage in storage area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in prep unit torn,
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed one
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent in upright cooler by ice bin
Nov 30, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Employee cracked eggs then got deli paper and grabbed a toast, explained to her and she washed hands, discarded toast
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken phili meat on shelf above cooked sausage, reach in freezer, mgr rearranged
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. One faucet in mop sink
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
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Fryer basket and ledge on flat grill
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. Emailed form
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. In storage area
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket in upright cooler,, front counter
Hole in or other damage to wall. Above triple sink
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. 2 missing because they washed them
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. On grits, mgr removed it
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelf by cook line and exterior of lids for foods when cooked, top of stove,
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Vent in upright cooler at front counter, employee cleaned it
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