THE JUNGLE BOWL
731 DUVAL STATION RD STE 111, Jacksonville FL 32218
Last inspected Apr 7, 2025 · 4 visits since August 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.
AUG 23
FEB 25
Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 small flying insects, 1 by triple sinks and 1 by ice machine.
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Apr 7, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 13, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Observed 2 small flying insects, 1 by triple sinks and 1 by ice machine.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In back kitchen, can of WD-40 stored on upper shelf over chest freezers.
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 operator DBPR form 5030-104
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Food Manager certificate expired 10/20/2024. No other Certified Food Manager for establishment.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At front handwash sink, 2 bowls stored in sink. At back handwash sink, plastic bowl in handwash sink and chair in front of sink. All items moved.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Both handwash sinks missing paper towels. Towels provided.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Back kitchen handwash sink missing soap.
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. Establishment has 3 employees, all certificates expired 10/2024
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At front counter area, interior of ice machine has black mold-like substance. Also, interior of stand up reach-in freezer in back kitchen soiled.
Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment at front counter. Floor under equipment and sinks in back kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Multiple reach-in freezers have ice buildup up.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Multiple topping containers, including bulk coconut, have scoop handles touching product.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. In back kitchen, interior of microwave has build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of multiple reach-in cooler/reach-in freezers soiled. Multiple gaskets and cooler/freezer handles soiled. Carts and shelves at front counter soiled. Multiple shaker containers have soiled exteriors.
Single-service articles improperly stored. At front counter area, coffee filters on upper shelf not protected. At front counter, cases of togo bags stored on floor. Togo cups and lids stored on floor in back hallway.
Oct 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 21, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing at end of splitter at mop sink faucet where green hose is attached.
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 has added soft serve ice cream machine near front counter. Inspector spoke with plan review and plans need to be submitted.
Floors, walls, and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under equipment in front area. Floor under equipment in back kitchen. Floor under triple sink in kitchen. Wall below ripple sink in kitchen.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezer (large white) in back kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Multiple gaskets and handles for reach in coolers/freezers in establishment.
Open dumpster lid. Shared dumpster outside of establishment.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Multiple reach in coolers/freezers in establishment.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Drink lids on floor in back hallway.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Walls in dry storage room/closet.
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