SHORES LIQUORS & BAR AT AVONDALE
3644 ST JOHNS AVE, Jacksonville FL 32205 · 904.389.1131
Last inspected Nov 3, 2025 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 12 points better than where it started.
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 procedures provided for vomit and diarrheal, emailed manager clean up procedures.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $440
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2017048128 | Oct 2, 2017 | Nov 3, 2017 | $440 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Nov 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket stored on prep table.
Food stored on floor. Boxed fountain drink stored on floor.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall at mop sink.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine dust present.
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Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cracked light cover on light above cooler.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Several unused pieces of equipment stored in kitchen
Jul 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal Hats stored on shelf above single service food items.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near mop sink and ice machine.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of ice machine. Dust present.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Cracked light shield in kitchen area
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Several unused items stored in kitchen.
Oct 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Photo copies provided at inspection
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near ice machine, hole in wall at mop sink
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Cracked cover on light in kitchen area
Single-service articles improperly stored. Cases of cups stored on floor
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Kitchen used as a storage
Apr 8, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food manager for establishment
Jan 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate8 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Open container of heavy whipping cream stored in reach in cooler
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 procedures provided for vomit and diarrheal, emailed manager clean up procedures.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ No certified food manager for establishment
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink at entrance to kitchen
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 provided at inspection, emailed manager employee reporting form
Ceiling tile missing. Several ceiling tiles missing in kitchen area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purses on table with microwave and condiments
Food stored on floor. Open case of juice stored on floor
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall near ice machine and mop sink
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Ice bucket stored on floor
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of dusty ice machine
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Debris on interior of microwave
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Kitchen used as a storage area
Oct 18, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cassie Lang Manager Certification expired 6/13/23 she is currently the only manager
Sep 13, 2023Call 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 certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cassie Lang Manager Certification expired 6/13/23 she is currently the only manager
Jul 12, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Cassie Lang Manager Certification expired 6/13/23 she is currently the only manager
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing near ice machine
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee hat and sweater hanging on prep table
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor is sticky in bar area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Holes in wall where mop sink is located Hole in wall behind ice machine
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored on top of dusty ice machine
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave is soiled with food debris
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water on /off handle is not working. No cold water at hand wash sink at entrance to kitchen
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. Unwrapped straws stored in multiple areas at the bar
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Kitchen area used as a storage area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloths stored on bar counter top when not in use
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.