TRIO HOOKAH LOUNGE
8725 OLD KINGS RD S, Jacksonville FL 32217 · 904.999.9664
Last inspected Mar 4, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 13 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019006951 | Feb 4, 2019 | Mar 6, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Mar 4, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soiled soda nozzle at bar.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment has No high temperature sanitizing testing / measuring device available.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Container of rice, cooked vegetables not date marked. Made few days ago. Reach in cooler.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. 1 unsecured CO2 tank/s at rear storage.
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Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Torn cooler gasket. Kitchen make table unit.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of reach in cooler / make table.. Kitchen.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 1 large LP tank in rear storage room.
Oct 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle, all purpose cleaner, by condiments / spices in kitchen. Moved by manager.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strips available for checking sanitizer levels.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at rear kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on top of dusty ice machine.
May 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. ( Establishment was on warning for food manager certification. At today's inspection. Spoke with manager who took the theft last week and passed. will email confirmation)
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. No proof of any employee training. ( Establishment was on warning for employee training. At today's inspection employee training books ordered and anticipated completion this week. )
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Loose/ missing cove molding by kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
Apr 23, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification available
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. No proof of any employee training available
Feb 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of food manager certification available
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at dispenser by Hand Wash Sink.
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. No proof of any employee training available
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen.
Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Restroom doors left open.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal water bottle in cooler by restaurant foods.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on top of ice machine. Moved by manager.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of kitchen cooler.
Utensils in poor condition. Worn, deteriorating sieve in kitchen. (Frayed metal fragments. )
Sep 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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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. No employee training for some employees.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible ).
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over equipment handle. Oven.
Apr 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired CFM certification on : LAZAR PEPAJ 2/11/24
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate in ice machine located: kitchen.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on dusty top of ice machine. Moved by manager.
Stored food not covered. Uncovered cut fruit in Reach in cooler. Discarded by manager.
Oct 2, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Container of raw shell eggs over mayo in Reach in cooler. Moved by manager.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand wash sink. Kitchen.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at Hand wash sink. Kitchen.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Minor Soiled deflector plate in ice machine located: kitchen.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible )
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of kitchen cooler.
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.