TIKKA BOWLS AND TACOS
4820 W DEER LAKE DR STE D13, Jacksonville FL 32246 · 904-374-7098
Last inspected Apr 20, 2026 · 7 visits since September 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 14 points off where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed goat meat at 122F hot holding at the end of cook line sitting on top of steam well. Manager pulled meat and reheated to 202F.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Apr 20, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink. Vacuum breaker installed before splitter on faucet at mop sink. Operator stated he will get with ecolab to remove it.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed blade of can opener at prep table soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in women's restroom. Operator replenished paper towels.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed cup without handle used to dispense sugar in prep area. Operator removed cup.
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Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees personal belongings stored next to single use spoons and on can goods in dry food storage. Operator removed backpack and phone to properly store.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach-in cooler next to grill in disrepair.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled. Also, shelf under grill has accumulation of debris. Also, door frame of large ice machine soiled. Also, faucet handles on hand wash sink at front service line soiled.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at front service line and in prep area. Operator dumped both buckets.
Nov 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed multiple buckets of sanitizer stored next to bucket of chips below grill and next to single service sleeves of to go cups and lids below table of food warmer. Also, spray can containing toxic substance stored next to container of oil below computer stand. Operator removed sanitizer buckets and cleaner to properly store.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink. Observed backflow before splitter.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf next to triple sink unable to properly air dry
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets on reach-in cooler next to fryers torn.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed onions stored over ready to eat vegetables in walk-in-cooler
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer Bucket (Quaternary 0ppm) at front service line. Operator remade solution and retested at 200ppm.
Apr 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked chicken, cooked goat (97F-119F - Hot Holding) in steam table at front counter. Operator reheated both meats to more than 165F and placed back in steam table.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Two employees missing proof of food safety training.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on floor under shelving in walk in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Multiple bags of meat thawing are stored in standing water in bucket in triple sink. Operator placed running water on meats to thaw.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket at front service line stored directly on floor. Operator placed another bucket underneath.
Nov 14, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Food stored on floor. Bag of ice on floor in walk in freezer. Moved by manager.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Condensation drip from air handler unit In walk in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in walk in freezer.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Lose gasket to reach in cooler next to grill.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
Jun 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 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/ Operator unable to provide proof of CFM. Operator stated Manager is in India and he has it with him.
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. Operator unable to provide proof of employee food safety tracking.
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. Operator unable to provide proof that employees are informed of reporting symptoms related to food borne illnesses to person in charge. Distributed health form to operator during this inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle used to dispense uncooked rice.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handle of burrito press soiled. Operator cleaned handle during inspection.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler next to grill torn.
Sep 20, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler on service line raw chicken stored over cooked chicken wings. Manager removed pan and stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed goat meat at 122F hot holding at the end of cook line sitting on top of steam well. Manager pulled meat and reheated to 202F.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled with mold-like substance near ice chute of unit.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed air vents in walk-in cooler dusty.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
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.