Jax Spice
5016 Gate Pkwy Unit 1, Jacksonville, FL 32256 · Permanent Food Service · License 2615747
What drove the grade
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
How the score was calculated
- Starting score100
- Violations at the Jul 30 routine inspection5 intermediate (1 fixed on the spot), 7 basic-21
- Complaint after follow-up on Sep 29Counts in full until a follow-up finds the problems fixed-20
- Safety score59
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Inspection history
2 inspections · 3 visitsLatest inspection
Routine inspection
- Follow-up visitSep 29, 2026 Complaint after follow-up
Problems from the first visit still weren't fixed, so the inspector recommended formal action by the state, which can include fines.
1 violation still not corrected:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees.
At today's callback : no proof of any employee training.
- First visitJul 30, 2026 Warning issued
Problems were found that had to be fixed. The inspector will come back to check.
12 violations found:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat the inspector cited
Intermediate5
Code 16, Dishwashing facilities and test kits: No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
No chlorine test strips available
Code 31, Handwash sinks and supplies: Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Kitchen Hand Wash Sink blocked by large garbage can. Moved by manager.
Fixed on the spot
Code 53, Manager certification and employee training: Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
No proof of any Certified Food Manager certification.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling.
A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 5 Food service employee no Certified Food Manager onsite
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 & Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of any employee training.
Basic7
Code 10, In-use utensils properly stored: In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In use knives stored between prep equipment. Moved by manager.
Fixed on the spot
Code 13, Clean clothes, hair restraints, jewelry: Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food.
Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Code 14, Food-contact surfaces designed and maintained: Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Bowl as scoop in foods. Spices.
Code 23, Non-food contact surfaces clean: Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.
Soil residue buildup on exterior of microwave.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
Code 40, Employee personal belongings: Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items.
Employee bag hat jack on clean plates. Moved by manager. Plates moved for washing.
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Unsecured CO2 tank/s at bar.
Earlier inspections 1
Follow-up to an earlier routine inspectionFirst visit not on file · 1 follow-up visit Fixed at follow-up
- Follow-up visitJul 30, 2026 Fixed at follow-up
The inspector came back and found the problems fixed.
1 earlier violation still noted, but not enough to need another visit:
Official report, on the Florida DBPR websiteWhat was still cited
Intermediate1
Code 51, Other sanitary and safe operation: No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress.
At today's callback : per plan review. Establishment submitted plans on 6/30/26. Some minor deficiencies pending . Establishment also wishes to modify existing bar and is wanting to fully submit plans to account for new changes.
More time given
At the first visit
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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Original provisos for file 370163 state ice dispensers are utilized at front counter server area. Observed ice bin with scoopable ice, ice scoop and no hand wash sink in the area. No plans on file for current file number.
Follow-up, Jun 29, 2026More time given
Hand wash sink has been installed, person in charge having issues with online account. Sent operator information for customer contact and plan review. Needs more time to submit.
Reading this report
Priority levels
- High priority The problems most likely to make someone sick directly.
- Intermediate Could lead to a high-priority problem if not fixed.
- Basic Best practices and general upkeep.
Terms in the inspectors’ reports
- Nonfood-contact surface
- Surfaces food doesn’t touch, such as the outsides of equipment, handles and door gaskets.