SUZE'S KITCHEN
1850 EMERSON ST, Jacksonville FL 32207 · 904-619-5872
Last inspected Jun 12, 2026 · 6 visits since August 2024
AUG 24
AUG 25
MAR 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
3 inspections trending down, 26 points off where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on gasket in upright cooler
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Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Jun 12, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 2, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Establishment operating with no potable running water. Generator not connected, owner connected it and water come out
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. Old build up on fryer,
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/ None yet, son will do it because parent is not able
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Cook here since they opened (mom-owner)
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. Cook here since they opened (mom-owner) Emailed agreement
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork and goat on Saturday
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old one
Food stored on floor. Oil jug on floor
Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Old one
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 80f water for scooping soon
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed
No copy of latest inspection report available. Couldn't find it
Mar 2, 2026Call 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/. None, explained to her
Aug 22, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Expired on 6/1/25. "Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license." Operator has 6 orders and will deliver them to people in a warehouse
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish on shelf above cooked pork in white cooler, operator rearranged
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
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/. None, explained to her
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 operator handling foods now, emailed form, couldn't locate my emails from the licensing inspection
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork on Tuesday
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed one
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Aug 28, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches on gasket in upright cooler
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Manager placed one
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. And triple sink, the generator stops working and I can't check fluent water and hot water
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.