V PIZZA
528 1ST ST, Jacksonville FL 32250 · 423-605-9497
Last inspected Apr 27, 2026 · 9 visits since December 2023
MAY 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
FEB 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in bar area storage area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 27, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed in reach in cooler raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat strawberry glaze. Employee removed and stored properly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soda gun holders in bar area soiled with mold like substance.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed drink Violet Night made with raw egg whites not identified on menu that item contains raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing Sanitizer without label. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tanks in bar area not adequately secured.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee smoking in a food preparation, storage or warewashing area. Observed employee vape stored on table next to alcohol. Employee removed and stored properly.
Insect control device not designed in or near food or personal. Observed establishment using fly strips with pesticide-emitting strips that are activated by shallots and exposure to air. Manager removed and discard from premises.
Sep 3, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle containing sanitizer located on table next to drink ice for customers located in bar area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some required food training expired.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near ice chute of unit located in bar area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink on prep table in prep area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed in use wiping cloth under cutting board. Manager removed and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Feb 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in bar cooler Blue cheese stuffed olives (48F - Cold Holding); Heavy whipping cream (47F-48F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated both were left I cooler from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in bar cooler Blue cheese stuffed olives (48F - Cold Holding); Heavy whipping cream (47F-48F - Cold Holding). See stop sale Manager stated both were left I cooler from previous day.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored next to food preparation located at entrance of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in bar area ice machine soiled near chute of unit.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing at mop sink.
Employee smoking in a food preparation, storage or warewashing area. Observed vape stored on table next to condiments in bar area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation wearing bracelets.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled.
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 1 flying insect in bar area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in walk in cooler received yesterday between 1pm and 2pm from St.Augustine Commissary Chicken drumettes (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken breast (45F - Cold Holding); Cooked pineapples (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked sliced beef (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked peppers and onions (49F - Cold Holding) Pesto with fresh basil and fresh garlic (49F - Cold Holding).See stop sale All products received yesterday were stored near both doors of cooler. Employee stated all products received yesterday delivery has not been out of cooler since delivered.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler received yesterday between 1pm and 2pm from St.Augustine Commissary Chicken drumettes (46F-51F - Cold Holding); Cooked sausage (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked chicken breast (45F - Cold Holding); Cooked pineapples (48F - Cold Holding); Cooked sliced beef (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked peppers and onions (49F - Cold Holding) Pesto with fresh basil and fresh garlic (49F - Cold Holding).See stop sale All products received yesterday were stored near both doors of cooler. Employee stated all products received yesterday delivery has not been out of cooler since delivered.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle water stored on dry storage rack over clean containers. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed employee engaging in food preparation with bracelet on.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop stored in mop sink not drying properly. Employee removed and stored mop to dry properly.
May 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 8, 2024Administrative 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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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in prep kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in pizza flip top cooler located across from open flame pizza cookers Blue cheese crumbles (52F - Cold Holding); Sausage (50F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); Feta cheese (51F - Cold Holding); Garlic (51F - Cold Holding). Manager will place ice on TCS items out of temperature. Cooler has an ambient temperature of 39F.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle containing window cleaner without label on it. Employee placed label on spray bottle.
Drain cover(s) missing. Observed mop sink missing drain cover.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed wet mop not stored properly to air dry. Manager removed and stored properly.
Dec 11, 2023Inspection 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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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in bar area storage area.
Designated employee smoking area located in a food preparation or other restricted area causing possible cross contamination. Observed employee vaping device stored on cart over spices located in bar area. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee bottle water on counter at entrance of kitchen. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee purse stored on table next to go pizza boxes and wine. Employee removed purse and stored properly.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed case bottled water stored on floor in near register area. Employee picked up and stored properly.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed walk-in cooler door gasket soiled.
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.