SR CEVICHE JAX
9825 SAN JOSE BLVD STE 35, Jacksonville FL 32257 · 9043129068
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 13 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flies in kitchen.
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Inspection history
13 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 24, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found One fly in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items on kitchen counter: Cooked beans at 90°. Made about 30 mins ago. Boiled eggs 55°. Cooked sweet potatoes 55° Items Moved by manager to reach in cooler. cooked rice and beef. in make table. (65F - Cold Holding) Overstacked Moved by manager.
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/ 5 Food service employees onsite with no Certified Food Manager present.
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All employee training expired. 4/2026
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Rear employee bathroom door left open.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in foods in reach in cooler / make table. Moved by manager
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Open employee drink container in cooler.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of oven.
Oct 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate12 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. dry rice.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, table cleaner, next to single service containers. Moved by manager.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen Hand Wash Sink blocked by garage can. Moved by manager.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in dry rice.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone, Personal toothbrush on top of reach in cooler / make table. Kitchen. Moved by manager.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on top of soiled dusty ice machine. Moved by manager.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle. Moved by manager.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use Spoons In standing water. 77°. Kitchen Moved by manager.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of oven.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled hood filters. Per Person In Charge. Cleaning has been scheduled. Soiled ice machine lid. Interior.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Single service to go containers stored next to/ touching employee bag. Moved by manager. Discarded.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen squid thawing in standing water. Moved by manager.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen Moved by manager.
Jul 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 17, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Food service employee handled raw chicken then engaged non Food service activity, handle ready to eat foods without changing cloves or washing hands. Manager intervened.
Live, small flying insects found One fly In kitchen area.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Tub of Prepped raw chicken over tub of cut onions in reach in cooler. Moved by manager. Trays of raw eggs over containers of garlic and sauces in reach in cooler. Moved by manager.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked octopus date marked 7/7. Cooked caldo, broth, date marked 7/7 Picante date marked 7/10 Cooked potato date marked 4/2.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Insect / bug spray next to ice scoop on rear ice machine. Moved by manager.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available.
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days opened commercially processed, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle. Moved by manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Multiple seafood items thawing at room temperature. Items still frozen. Moved by manager.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Prepped, cooked seafoods and rice made Monday with no date mark reach in cooler. Marked by manger.
Jan 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Ice machine installed in rear janitors closet / bathroom. Not on recent plans 8/12/24.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine installed in rear janitors closet / bathroom.
Nov 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food service employee handled soiled equipment door handles with same gloves then engaged in food service activity without changing gloves or washing hands.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dishware washed in Three compartment sink but not sanitized.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Trays of raw shell eggs over cut onions in rear cooler. Cut raw fish over cut tomato. Rear cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Ice In Ice machine installed in rear janitors closet / bathroom. Mahi mahi with labeling requirements that bag must be cut or removed from bag thawing in standing water with bag not cut.. 3 packets.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, degreaser, over condiments at frontline bar. Moved by Person In Charge.
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/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Ice machine installed in rear janitors closet / bathroom. Not on recent plans 8/12/24.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at front bar. Degreaser.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water faucet turned off at frontline Hand Wash Sink.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Rear bathroom / janitors closet door left open.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. No self closing mechanisms on Rear bathroom / janitors closet door.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple throughout.
Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tiles in kitchen. Note technician installing wires for phone system during inspection. Work in progress.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Mahi mahi with labeling requirements that bag must be cut or removed from bag thawing in standing water with bag not cut.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Missing cove molding by rear addition near coolers.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by frontline Hand Wash Sink. By ice machine. Per Person In Charge. Ice machine shut down for service. Some condensation leak.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop for ice machine on soiled, dusty top of ice machine and stored in bathroom.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on equipment handle. Cookline.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils at prep line In standing water at 90°.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn insulation to rear cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves at kitchen multiple throughout.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxed single service items, plastic spoons, stored on floor. Rear dry goods.
Unprotected ice machine in a customer/nonsecure area. Ice machine installed in rear janitors closet / bathroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen
Sep 9, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 10, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. non food grade containers used for food storage. direct contact with food. Large bulk plastic container with dry beans.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Frontline Hand Wash Sink used for rinsing utensils. Rear kitchen Hand Wash Sink with ice scoop in sink. Moved by manager.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Establishment added additional dining area. (Adjacent unit acquired and opened with original walls removed. ) Bar area added and rear food storage added. Seating change evaluation form was completed and provided
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at frontline. Windex.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in rice container.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
Feb 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee personal items in frontline Hand wash sink. Moved by manager.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle frontline.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.employee drinks container on prep area. Moved by manager.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use spoons, utensils In Standing water 79°. By cookline.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of microwave.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled exterior of microwave. Kitchen. Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of multiple Reach in coolers in kitchen.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
Aug 8, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 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. Food prep employee handled soiled exterior of coolers then engaged in food prep activity without changing gloves and washing hands. Inspector intervened.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Two flies in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken, carton of raw eggs,over Ready to eat vegetables in Reach in cooler. Moved by manager.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Food prep employee tasted sauce by licking placed sauce on back of worn glove then engaged in food prep activity without removing gloves and washing hands. Inspector intervened.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Strip of raw chicken on soiled Reach in cooler shelf in kitchen cooler. Stop sale issued.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in kitchen Hand wash sink.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen Hand wash sink.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Kitchen towel dispenser not functioning.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple in kitchen. Soiled exterior microwave.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on prep table.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle. Moved by manager.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Loose/ torn Reach in cooler gasket. Kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Multiple fish thawing in Standing water, sink in kitchen. Items still below 41°. Moved by manager.
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.