SBARRO
10300 SOUTHSIDE BLVD # 301, Jacksonville FL 32256
Last inspected Feb 25, 2025 · 13 visits since September 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
SEP 23
JAN 24
OCT 24
DEC 24
FEB 25
≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on floor in kitchen by prep area. Person in charge killed and discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $2,080
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025013496 | Dec 18, 2024 | Jul 14, 2025 | $1,200 |
| 5--2025005893 | Oct 15, 2024 | Jun 25, 2025 | $400 |
| 5--2019039881 | Jul 3, 2019 | Aug 29, 2019 | $160 |
| 5--2016036300 | Jul 19, 2016 | Aug 16, 2016 | $320 |
Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Feb 25, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Roach excrement and/or droppings present. Observed one roach egg sac on metal component holding electrical equipment under front counter. Person in charge discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Slice warmer with debris buildup on roller.
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 by pos system. Person in charge turned on during inspection.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach stuck to hand wash sign at hand wash sink by ice machine. Person in charge discarded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Multiple pans in clean dishware storage area wet nesting.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust accumulation on side of bag in box soda system, at piping under hand wash sink by ice machine. Debris buildup under shelf at cook line.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks for customer self service presented food contact side up. Person in charge inverted during inspection.
Dec 19, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Conveyor belt at pizza slice warmer with heavy food debris buildup. Cutting boards with staining.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ceiling with staining in front counter area. Floors with debris buildup along walls, in drains, cracks in floor. Vent in kitchen with debris buildup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease buildup. Vent above pizza oven with grease buildup.
Dec 18, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 13 violations recorded, 3 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
3 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed four live flying insects in back kitchen near triple sink/ mop sink area. Person in charge began killing.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on the floor in kitchen under prep table. Observed one live roach under pizza oven in front counter area. Person in charge killed and discarded.
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. Per person in charge pizzas held on time, came out at 10am, no time mark at 10:20am, person in charge marked appropriately.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Conveyor belt at pizza slice warmer with heavy food debris buildup. Cutting boards with staining.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink at front counter blocked by trash can. Person in charge made accessible.
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 by front register.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on floor to left of triple sink. Observed one dead roach in walk in cooler on cardboard lining drinks. Person in charge discarded.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table. Person in charge discarded.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Ceiling with staining in front counter area. Floors with debris buildup along walls, in drains, cracks in floor. Vent in kitchen with debris buildup.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing hand wash sign at pizza make hand wash sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease buildup. Vent above pizza oven with grease buildup.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of single service items stored on floor in front counter area.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket stored on floor in front counter area. Person in charge raised.
Oct 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 17, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 50 live flying insects in back of kitchen near triple sink, mop sink, hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects resting on clean paper towels at hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects in prep area landing on cutting board at prep line. Observed three flying insects near mixer in prep area. Observed five flying insects under counter where tea urns are.
Oct 16, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 50 live flying insects in back of kitchen near triple sink, mop sink, hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects resting on clean paper towels at hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects in prep area landing on cutting board at prep line. Observed three flying insects near mixer in prep area. Observed five flying insects under counter where tea urns are.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in tape used to secure hand wash sign to wall at hand wash sink in kitchen. Also, observed two dead roaches on the floor near desk near entrance to kitchen. Observed 17 dead roaches and one egg sac in plastic attached to left side of walk in cooler.
Oct 16, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 50 live flying insects in back of kitchen near triple sink, mop sink, hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects resting on clean paper towels at hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects in prep area landing on cutting board at prep line. Observed three flying insects near mixer in prep area. Observed five flying insects under counter where tea urns are.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in tape used to secure hand wash sign to wall at hand wash sink in kitchen. Also, observed two dead roaches on the floor near desk near entrance to kitchen. Observed 17 dead roaches and one egg sac in plastic attached to left side of walk in cooler.
Oct 15, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 50 live flying insects in back of kitchen near triple sink, mop sink, hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects resting on clean paper towels at hand wash sink. Observed two flying insects in prep area landing on cutting board at prep line. Observed three flying insects near mixer in prep area. Observed five flying insects under counter where tea urns are.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. Observed pesticide emitting strip in use stored on shelf above prep area with food products.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In main fliptop mushrooms, ricotta, cheese, cheese, sausage, liquid egg at 57-61F. Ambient temperature of unit at 59F during inspection. Person in charge placed work order for unit yesterday. Items have been out of temperature for an unknown amount of time. No temperature logs kept for unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In main fliptop mushrooms, ricotta, cheese, cheese, sausage, liquid egg at 57-61F. Ambient temperature of unit at 59F during inspection. Person in charge placed work order for unit yesterday. Items have been out of temperature for an unknown amount of time. No temperature logs kept for unit.
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. Establishment holds pizza slices and Stromboli on time. Is able to show time paperwork in corporate book. Marked with time during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink on front line in corner closest to pos system blocked by cart with reach in cooler on it and trash can.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at back hand wash sink by triple sink. Also, no paper towels provided at hand wash sink by ice machine or at hand wash sink by pos system. Person in charge provided paper towels to middle hand wash sink.
Nonfood-grade basting brush used in food. Observed two metal wrapped brushes in use with oil in reach in cooler.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees with training expired 10.11.24.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at hand wash sink at pos system. Water at 77F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine with debris buildup.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in tape used to secure hand wash sign to wall at hand wash sink in kitchen. Also, observed two dead roaches on the floor near desk near entrance to kitchen. Observed 17 dead roaches and one egg sac in plastic attached to left side of walk in cooler.
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in cooler fliptop at make line at 59F ambient, water pooling in bottom of unit. Observed walk in cooler at 84F, door separating from insulation on bottom. Observed one metal bowl with jagged edge in use at cook line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed debris on floor along walls, corners. Soda syrup buildup o floor under front counter. Drains through establishment with food debris buildup, attracting vermin.
Jan 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 12, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on floor in kitchen by prep area. Person in charge killed and discarded.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in glue trap dated 1/5 under front counter. Observed two dead roaches on ground in corner by ladder. Observed dead roaches to right of mop sink. Observed one dead roach in water heater pan. Person in charge began cleaning.
Jan 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on floor in kitchen by prep area. Person in charge killed and discarded.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach in glue trap dated 1/5 under front counter. Observed two dead roaches on ground in corner by ladder. Observed dead roaches to right of mop sink. Observed one dead roach in water heater pan. Person in charge began cleaning.
Sep 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority5 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched top of trash can to push trash down while gloves on, then employee removed gloves and grabbed clean pan without washing hands. Discussed with employee. Employee washed hands and put on new gloves.
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ CFM Alfred certification expired 7-30-23
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board in prep area soiled/ stained. Also, two soda nozzles at soda dispensing machine soiled. Also, deflector plate in large ice machine soiled.
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 unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection and the three employees working filled out form.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand wash sink next to triple sink. Operator replenished soap.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on walk-in-cooler torn.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Conveyor oven across from pizza oven has accumulation of debris.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach in freezer across from triple sink, gaskets on pizza making reach-in cooler, and gasket on reach-in cooler next to stove need cleaning.
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.