SOUTHERN GROUNDS
2405 3 ST, Jacksonville Beach FL 32250 · 904-746-7061
Last inspected Apr 15, 2026 · 4 visits since June 2025
JUN 25
OCT 25
APR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect in pastry cabinet located on front line landed on edge of pan. Employee was able to remove pastries and place in new pan. Employee was able to remove flying insect from cabinet.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 13, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 9 findings ▾
Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed squeeze bottles in reach in cooler House made Cream sauce dated 4-5-2026, House made Caesar dated 3-23-2026. See stop sale.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked raw shell egg stored with raw shell eggs in drawer cooler located on cook line. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in front reach in cooler Milk (55F-57F - Cold Holding); Heavy cream (55F-57F); Almond milk (55F-57F - Cold Holding); Skim milk (55F-57F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 60F. All products in cooler from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in front reach in cooler Milk (55F-57F - Cold Holding); Heavy cream (55F-57F); Almond milk (55F-57F - Cold Holding); Skim milk (55F-57F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Cooler has an ambient temperature of 60F. All products in cooler from previous day.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed employee hand washing station at entrance of kitchen without hand soap. Manager provided hand soap for station.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling air vents dusty near ware washing. Observed wall in ware washing area dusty.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed drawer cooler door gasket torn located below grill.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old stickers on clean dishes/ containers stored on dry rack.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed avocados with stickers still on them located in reach in cooler. Manager removed and had employee wash and remove stickers.
Oct 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee touch apron with gloved hand and proceeded to engage in food preparation. Inspector spoke to employee regarding hand washing after touching apron. Employee removed gloves and washed hands properly.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 1 flying insect in pastry cabinet located on front line landed on edge of pan. Employee was able to remove pastries and place in new pan. Employee was able to remove flying insect from cabinet.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. Observed 1 cracked raw shell egg in stand alone cooler stored with raw shell eggs. See stop sale.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed portion cups stored in employee hand sink located on cook line. Employee removed and stored properly.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees engaging in food preparation without a certified food manager on duty. Food manager arrived during inspection.
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. Observed establishment without proof 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. Inspector will send copy of employee health agreement form. Establishment does have a blank Employee Reporting Roster.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table next to slicer. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing a hat that is ineffective restraint of their hair. Employee pulled hair back.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed cut avocados in reach in cooler with stickers still on. Employee removed stickers and washed.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop bucket. Employee hung wet mop to dry properly.
Jun 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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