VALENCIA'S FLAVA
1850 EMERSON ST, Jacksonville FL 32207 · 904-891-5019
Last inspected Jun 15, 2026 · 17 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 4 flying insects. 3 flying insects around bread storage racks landing on white breads. See stop sale 1 flying insect near chemical storage.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
17 visits, newest first
Jun 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 12, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
4 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed chemical dish machine at 0ppm. Establishment will Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly.
Live, small flying insects found. Observed total of 4 flying insects. 3 flying insects around bread storage racks landing on white breads. See stop sale 1 flying insect near chemical storage.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed total of 4 flying insects. 3 flying insects around bread storage racks landing on white breads. See stop sale 1 flying insect near chemical storage.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in open air cooler below turbo ovens Liquid eggs at Liquid eggs (52F - Cold Holding). Employee will place in reach in cooler.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed employee engaging in food preparation chewing gum.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee drink on prep table. Employee removed and stored properly.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed multiple employees engaging in food preparation wearing a watch.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floors under equipment on cook line soiled with food debris.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup in walk in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed reach in drawer gaskets on cook line soiled with food debris.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed kitchen exit door blocked with boxes.
May 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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No copy of latest inspection report available. Could find it
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Explained to her and she made new solution with quat tablet only
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0 ppm quat in bucket, operator made new solution with tablet, 300 ppm
Dec 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Making meatballs for catering, she said she'll pay in a couple of weeks
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Ring, no plan band, she removed it
Sep 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid eggs (49F - Cold Holding) in open air cooler below turbo ovens. Operator stated employee left out after using during breakfast rush. We discussed TPHC as a possible option for liquid eggs. Also, cooked beef (45F-46F - Cold Holding) in flip top reach-in cooler across from salad drawers. Observed several baggies of cooked beef stored above chill line of pan. Operator removed several portioned bags of beef and placed in bottom of reach-in cooler to chill. Retemped at end,of inspection and both items at 40F-41F
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer Bucket (Sink and Surface 5.86) on cook line. Operator added water to dilute solution and retested at 4.30.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles and ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, portable white cutting board hanging on clean rack near triple sink soiled/ stained.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Paper towels unable to dispense at hand wash sink on cook line across from salad drawers and No paper towels at hand wash sink at end of cook line nearest managers office. Operator replenished paper towels at dispenser.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles on turbo ovens, microwave on cook line, and ice bin on cook line soiled.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile above single use storage shelves in catering area missing.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean utensils and clean plastic ware stored in dirt containers on shelf above soups hot holding table. Also, drawer with bakery items at prep table across from coffee brewing station has accumulation of debris.
Food stored on floor. Box with sealed packages of icing stored on floor in catering walk-in-cooler. Operator stated an employee was supposed to to discard box. Operator removed box of icing to discard
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up on floor around legs of shelving in walk in freezer.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave on cook line and in dining area at beverage station soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior and exterior of Cabinets/ drawers in dining area next to beverage stations soiled. Operator and employee started to clean cabinets/ drawers during this inspection. Gasket on catering walk-in-cooler soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box with single use cardboard lunch boxes stored on floor in catering area.
Jul 17, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef, house made chicken salad, tuna salad, cut tomatoes, cooked vegetables, cut lettuce (48F-54F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from beverage making machines on cook line. Operator stated they have been busy and lids have been open. Items were placed in reach-in cooler around 6:30-7a. Operator closed lids to chill foods.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute and multiple soda nozzles at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, cutting board in bagel area at front counter soiled/ stained.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink on cook line used to fill pitcher of water.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink next to kitchen door across from beverage station. Operator replenished paper towels.
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. Multiple employees food safety certification expired ( Lauren, Destiny, Chelsea, and Adrian)
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple vents and ceiling tiles on cook line and prep area soiled.
Food stored on floor. Sealed containers of puree stored on loop in walk-in-cooler. Also, bags with catering orders stored on floor in bakers walk-in-cooler.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Microwave on cook line and microwave near beverage station in dining area soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on bakers walk-in-cooler soiled.
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. spinach souffle mix, cheese souffle (50F-52F - Cold Holding) in bakery walk-in-cooler. Operator stated walk-in-cooler stopped working properly about an hour and a half ago. He called to have serviced. Operator removed soufles into 2nd walk-in-cooler to chill. No other TcS foods in bakery walk-in-cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute and multiple soda nozzles on self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, spigot on coffee urn in dining area soiled.
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. Operator unable to provide proof for multiple employees hired more than 60 days. Some team leads without CFM certification.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Multiple ceiling tiles and vent on cook line soiled.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Clean knives on clean storage shelf next to dishwasher stored in container with accumulation of debris.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor under and surrounding oven in bakery area.
Food stored on floor. Box with bag of bread/ bagels being donated elsewhere stored on floor next to storage cart near back door. Operator removed box to properly store.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of Microwave on cook line soiled
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on bakery walk-in-cooler soiled. Also, drawer in dining area under beverage station soiled with spilled beverage.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of Reach-in cooler next to bagel holder rack on cook line has accumulation of food debris.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box and plastic wrapped single service to go containers for catering stored on floor near bakery area.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand wash sink on cook line nearest front counter area leaking.
Dec 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 19, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 1 recorded.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles and edges of ceiling tiles in dining area have mold like substance
Aug 7, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk, Greek yogurt (49F-51F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler near juice machine on cook line. Operator stated cooler was working fine when he arrived this morning. Observed door bounce open when door gets closed. Operator removed TCS foods from reach-in cooler and placed in nearby cooler. Also, cut lettuce (46F-48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler drawer near juice machine on cook line. Observed gasket not sealing on bottom drawer unable to allow drawer to fully close. Operator removed cut lettuce from both drawers to nearby cooler to chill. Also, egg whites (52F - Cold Holding) in bar area across from steam table. Operator stated equipment has been called to have serviced and products were iced. Discussed with operator that only the bottom of the carton of eggs were touching the ice. Employee removed cartons of egg whites and placed in nearby cooler to chill.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in cooler on cook line and two drawer reach-in cooler on cook line near juice machine unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Observed door on reach-in cooler (ambient temperature 49F bounce back open when closing door and gasket on reach-in cooler drawers (ambient temperature 51F) causing bottom drawer not to seal/ close. Operator stated he will call to have both pieces of equipment serviced.
Aug 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 3 high priority.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
3 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) operator stated the dishwashing machine is new. Operator rearranged hose in sanitizer bucket and primed machine and reran a couple of cycles but unable to get machine to sanitize properly. Operator placed a call to have machine serviced.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. milk, Greek yogurt (49F-51F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler near juice machine on cook line. Operator stated cooler was working fine when he arrived this morning. Observed door bounce open when door gets closed. Operator removed TCS foods from reach-in cooler and placed in nearby cooler. Also, cut lettuce (46F-48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler drawer near juice machine on cook line. Observed gasket not sealing on bottom drawer unable to allow drawer to fully close. Operator removed cut lettuce from both drawers to nearby cooler to chill. Also, egg whites (52F - Cold Holding) in bar area across from steam table. Operator stated equipment has been called to have serviced and products were iced. Discussed with operator that only the bottom of the carton of eggs were touching the ice. Employee removed cartons of egg whites and placed in nearby cooler to chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked egg (122F-128F - Hot Holding); cooked sausage (119F-120F - Hot Holding) in steam table. Observed lid opened on both foods. Operator stated he will reheat and keep lids on foods.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, nozzle at juice machine on cook line soiled. Also, yellow portable cutting board on cook line soiled/ stained.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. No paper towels able to dispense from paper towels dispensers on cook line and in bakery area. Operator rethreaded paper towels to properly dispense at both hand wash sinks
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Inner side of handles on reach-in cooler drawers and inner side of handle on microwave soiled.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Reach-in cooler on cook line and two drawer reach-in cooler on cook line near juice machine unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Observed door on reach-in cooler (ambient temperature 49F bounce back open when closing door and gasket on reach-in cooler drawers (ambient temperature 51F) causing bottom drawer not to seal/ close. Operator stated he will call to have both pieces of equipment serviced.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with beard on cook line engaging in food not wearing beard guard/ restraint
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave at end of kitchen soiled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on bakery walk-in-cooler soiled.
Jun 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority0 Intermediate9 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. No time mark on cheese soufflés held on 2 hour time control. Placed about 1 hr before. Marked by manager.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee with no / ineffective hair restraint.
Food stored in undrained ice. Bulk ice stored in container not constantly draining.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle touching food in crouton container. Moved by manager.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled base of drawer cooler. Soiled exterior of coolers at prep line.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of Reach in cooler. Prep line.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak from pipe under Three compartment sink.
Aug 23, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
Recorded at 4720 TOWN CROSSING DR #G01, Jacksonville — this licence has since moved.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter installed at mop sink with back flow incorrectly placed before splitter on non chemical side of splitter. Manager placed back flow on non chemical side of splitter
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dining room soda station soiled around nozzles.
Microwave missing fan guard cover/splatter shield. Observed Microwave on cook line missing fan guard shield.
Spray bottle containing substance not labeled. Observed spray in baking area without a label. Manager provided label for spray bottle.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed hole in wall near baking area. Observed missing ceiling tile located near 3 compartment sink. Manager stated company out repairing fire suppression.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Observed clean utensils stored in dirty containers on clean dish storage rack near dish machine. Manager removed and placed in ware washing area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed multiple employees with beards engaging in food preparation without beard guards.
Insect control device stored on table of food preparation area. Observed flying insect control device stored on table near dump sink and preparation area. Manager removed and stored below.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed unwashed cut avocados on cook line with stickers still on them.
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