VOLCANO SMASH BURGERS
6037 MERRILL RD, Jacksonville FL 32277 · 9044222128
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 12 visits since August 2023
OCT 24
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≈ ERRATIC
5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Crawling insects near garbage can and back door
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023061790 | Aug 18, 2023 | Apr 11, 2024 | $400 |
| 5--2020039820 | Aug 11, 2020 | Sep 10, 2020 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 1 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In walk in freezer lights not covered
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with white debris on fan covers
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next to mop s8no leaking from faucet and from pipe under sink
Jan 5, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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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.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In walk in freezer lights not covered
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with white debris on fan covers
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next to mop s8no leaking from faucet and from pipe under sink
Dec 1, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Party wings 78f whole wings 80f in white tubs next to fryers. Previously provided time as a public health form.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Coleslaw and potato salad in glass cooler no date marking
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handsink in kitchen area no hot water.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tank upfront
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In walk in freezer lights not covered
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with white debris on fan covers
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next to mop s8no leaking from faucet and from pipe under sink
Sep 23, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate9 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Bold headed chef placed on gloves after sitting down drinking, using cell phone and rubbing on his arms, to plate cooked chicken in Togo Container
Employee washed hands with cold water.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shelled eggs stored over onions in walk in cooler - Raw chicken over shredded cheese in 2 door flip top cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Party wings 78f whole wings 80f in white tubs next to fryers. Previously provided time as a public health form.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Coleslaw and potato salad in glass cooler no date marking
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.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Handsink in kitchen area no hot water.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Co2 tank upfront
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Multiple drinks
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal drinks on prep table, water bottles and thermal cups
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook wearing a watch
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook no hair restraint
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. In walk in freezer lights not covered
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with white debris on fan covers
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink next to mop s8no leaking from faucet and from pipe under sink
No child labor law poster. For reporting purposes only.
Aug 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Gyro meat in a broiler that is turned off. Gyro on spinning boiler but heat turned off
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Whole Wings 118f winglets 89f in containers next to fryers
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink next to triple sink
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in Cajun seasoning used as a scooper with out a handle
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drinks over 3 door sliver cooler
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook in kitchen wearing black bracelet on wrist
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Container of clean oil stored in floor between walk in cooler and walk in freezer
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handsink in triple sink area
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back door left open, employees using push lock to keep door ajar.
Plumbing system in disrepair. Cold water turned off at handsink near triple sink area
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Fish thawing at triple sink area at room temperature
Feb 28, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shelled eggs stored over green bell peppers in walk in cooler
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Metal Parts stored in handsink near triple sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handsink Near triple sink
No soap provided at handwash sink. Both handsink,provided
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water off at handsink in kitchen. Manager turned on from bottom knob
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Condiment cup used as a scooper in case of lemon pepper breading
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of chicken gizzards on floor of walk in freezer Cases of chicken wings frozen on floor outside of walk in freezer. Moved to shelf in freezers
Light shield for lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing end caps. In walk in cooler glass bulb with plastic sleeve on it missing end caps to secure bulb in place
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handsink near triple sink
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Small white container with lid with white substance inside
Oct 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Provided
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Change of ownership last plans were from 2003. Plumbing is still in original place but plan for file should be updated
No soap provided at handwash sink.handsinks
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Women's restroom
Oct 20, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 12 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dust on ceiling tiles
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Broken cove molding in ware washing area
Equipment in poor repair. Fan cover missing in clear door reach in freezer
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor under fryer
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Under and side of fryer
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Insulation exposed on walk in cooler door
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing above dry storage shelf
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled gaskets on reach in coolers, grease build up on shelves
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Food debris on interior of biscuit cooler
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelves in reach in cooler
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with food debris behind cooking equipment
Aug 21, 2023Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. macaroni and cheese (125-131F - Hot Holding); rice (100F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (96F - Hot Holding); gravy (95F - Hot Holding) food items are held in hot holding unit. Hot holding unit is turned off at time of inspection, employee turned on hot holding unit. Employee put food items in oven to reheat
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink after splitter before black hose
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 employee trading provided at inspection, manager can't find reports
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Food debris on ceiling in kitchen area, vents soiled with dust in kitchen and ware washing area
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding is broken at wall on triple sink
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor under fryers, soil debris under shelves in entire establishment. Black build up on floor in dining area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several broken and missing floor tiles in kitchen area under equipment/ next to fryers. Floor in disrepair at entrance to walk in cooler
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Insulation showing on walk in cooler door on the inside of unit
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in dry storage area, light cover missing in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All shelves are soiled with grease and debris, grease build up on hood suppression filters, exterior of garbage can in kitchen area is soiled.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on shelves in biscuit cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
Aug 19, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 21 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches on rolling cart, 7 live roaches behind fryer, 1 live roach on oil shelf near to fryer, 2 live roaches in ware washing area, 3 live roaches on paper towel holder in dish area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. macaroni and cheese (125-131F - Hot Holding); rice (100F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (96F - Hot Holding); gravy (95F - Hot Holding) food items are held in hot holding unit. Hot holding unit is turned off at time of inspection, employee turned on hot holding unit. Employee put food items in oven to reheat
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink after splitter before black hose
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. No written procedures provided, emailed manager vomiting and diarrhea clean up procedures during inspection
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 employee trading provided at inspection, manager can't find reports
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. No employee reporting form provided at inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soil residue on biscuit cooler handle where honey butter is stored, oven handle is soiled with food debris
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Food debris on ceiling in kitchen area, vents soiled with dust in kitchen and ware washing area
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding is broken at wall on triple sink
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license displayed on wall near front counter
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 40 dead roaches on rolling cart next to fryer, 15 dead roaches behind fryer, 1 dead roach on wall in dry storage area, 3 dead roaches on dry storage shelf, 2 dead roaches in box with single service lids, 1 roach dead on back wall of establishment, 4 dead roaches on chemical shelf, 1 dead roach on top of water heater.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor under fryers, soil debris under shelves in entire establishment. Black build up on floor in dining area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several broken and missing floor tiles in kitchen area under equipment/ next to fryers. Floor in disrepair at entrance to walk in cooler
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between triple sink and wall
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Insulation showing on walk in cooler door on the inside of unit
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in dry storage area, light cover missing in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All shelves are soiled with grease and debris, grease build up on hood suppression filters, exterior of garbage can in kitchen area is soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on shelves in biscuit cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
Aug 18, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 29 violations recorded, 8 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
8 High priority3 Intermediate18 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Three flying insects in kitchen area
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Crawling insects near garbage can and back door
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches on rolling cart, 7 live roaches behind fryer, 1 live roach on oil shelf near to fryer, 2 live roaches in ware washing area, 3 live roaches on paper towel holder in dish area.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. chicken (46F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding); chicken-front row (50F - Cold Holding); chicken-back row (48F - Cold Holding); macaroni and cheese (47F - Cold Holding); rice (50F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (58F - Cold Holding) food items are stored in the walk in cooler from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (46F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding); chicken-front row (50F - Cold Holding); chicken-back row (48F - Cold Holding); macaroni and cheese (47F - Cold Holding); rice (50F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (58F - Cold Holding) food items are stored in the walk in cooler from previous day.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. macaroni and cheese (125-131F - Hot Holding); rice (100F - Hot Holding); mashed potatoes (96F - Hot Holding); gravy (95F - Hot Holding) food items are held in hot holding unit. Hot holding unit is turned off at time of inspection, employee turned on hot holding unit. Employee put food items in oven to reheat
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Two chemical spray bottles stored on cart near single service lids
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink after splitter before black hose
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. No written procedures provided, emailed manager vomiting and diarrhea clean up procedures during inspection
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 employee trading provided at inspection, manager can't find reports
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. No employee reporting form provided at inspection
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soil residue on biscuit cooler handle where honey butter is stored, oven handle is soiled with food debris
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Food debris on ceiling in kitchen area, vents soiled with dust in kitchen and ware washing area
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. Ambient temperature in walk-in cooler 50F at time of inspection.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding is broken at wall on triple sink
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Old license displayed on wall near front counter
Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 40 dead roaches on rolling cart next to fryer, 15 dead roaches behind fryer, 1 dead roach on wall in dry storage area, 3 dead roaches on dry storage shelf, 2 dead roaches in box with single service lids, 1 roach dead on back wall of establishment, 4 dead roaches on chemical shelf, 1 dead roach on top of water heater.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage stored on top of oven, employee discarded beverage
Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors, two non working reach in coolers in kitchen area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease build up on floor under fryers, soil debris under shelves in entire establishment. Black build up on floor in dining area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several broken and missing floor tiles in kitchen area under equipment/ next to fryers. Floor in disrepair at entrance to walk in cooler
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife stored between triple sink and wall
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Insulation showing on walk in cooler door on the inside of unit
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing in dry storage area, light cover missing in walk in freezer
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. All shelves are soiled with grease and debris, grease build up on hood suppression filters, exterior of garbage can in kitchen area is soiled.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on shelves in biscuit cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rust on walk in cooler shelves
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.