J LEMON PEPPER
2440 Beaver Street
Jacksonville, Florida, 32209
Duval County County
Overall Food Safety Rating
★★☆☆☆ (2.2/5)
Based on 6 health inspection reports
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Inspection on 4/7/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
0
Basic
0
Total
1
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- N/A:No Violations Were Observed
Food safety inspection conducted on 4/7/2025 revealed 1 total violations (0 high priority, 0 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 2/5/2025
High Priority
0
Intermediate
2
Basic
0
Total
2
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Observed person in charge unable to provide proof of state approved food handler training for any employee. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: At callback observed no change. Person in charge stated approved training booklets were ordered and in mail. **Time Extended**
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. Observed no employee with a signed employee reporting agreement. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-05: At callback observed some employees with reporting agreement. **Time Extended**
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/5/2025 revealed 2 total violations (0 high priority, 2 intermediate, 0 basic).
Inspection on 2/3/2025
High Priority
5
Intermediate
9
Basic
13
Total
27
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 24-05-4:Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted next to soda tower at to-go window.
- 21-19-4:Basic - Clean wiping cloth supply not properly stored. Observed wiping cloths stored under chemicals on chemical rack near office.
- 25-30-4:Basic - Clean, single-use gloves not handled in a sanitary manner. Observed employee blowing into single service gloves to expand them for easier donning.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on shelf above prep station where large containers of flour are stored. Repeat Violation
- 13-03-4:Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee on cook line with no hair restraint. Person in charge provided hair restraint. Corrected On-Site
- 36-73-4:Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor throughout kitchen area soiled and slippery.
- 33-20-4:Basic - Grease on the ground and/or pad around grease receptacle. Observed build up of grease on ground around grease receptacle.
- 33-29-4:Basic - Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing. Observed opened lid on grease receptacle at corner of parking lot.
- 51-18-6:Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed person in charge unable to provide copy of last inspection.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed; soiled gaskets on all reach in cooler doors on cook line. Soiled backplates around soda nozzles on soda tower next to to-go window. Repeat Violation
- 33-16-4:Basic - Open dumpster lid. Observed opened lid on dumpster at corner of parking lot.
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee water bottle stored in reach in cooler with unwashed vegetables near dry storage.
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw fish being thawed in standing water with no running water. Person in charge turned on running water. Corrected On-Site
- 12A-12-4:High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee on cook line handle raw shrimp then handle ready to eat chicken wings. Inspector educated employee on proper handwashing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken** Warning
- 08B-27-4:High Priority - Food placed in soiled container/equipment. Observed 5 boxes of cooked chicken stored in original commercial packages raw chicken was delivered in. Warning
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed opened box of raw burger patties stored over container of ready to eat vegetables in walk-in cooler. Person in charge placed burger patties on bottom rack. Corrected On-Site
- 01B-13-4:High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 5 boxes of cooked chicken stored in original commercial packages raw chicken was delivered in. Stop Sale issued for cooked chicken in direct contact with box. Person in charge voluntarily discarded remaining cooked chicken. Warning
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed; threaded hose bibb missing vacuum breaker at faucet next to hand wash sink near rear exit. Missing vacuum breaker at threaded hose bibb at mop sink in prep area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 02C-03-5:Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed opened bag of feta cheese with no date marking in walk-in cooler. Person in charge stated bag was opened more than 24 hours prior but less than 7 days.
- 03D-15-4:Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed 5 boxes of cooked chicken with temperatures of 61-117F stored on wire rack next to white standing reach in freezer. Person in charge stated the cooked chicken is supposed to be placed in walk-in cooler to cool. Warning
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed; soiled interior and handle of microwave above steam table. Soda nozzles soiled on soda tower near to-go window. Repeat Violation
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed designated hand wash sink used to thaw raw fish near office. Person in charge removed fish. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-02-4:Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink next to three compartment sink. Employee provided paper towels. Corrected On-Site
- 53B-01-5:Intermediate - 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. Observed person in charge unable to provide proof of state approved food handler training for any employee. Warning
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Observed no employee with a signed employee reporting agreement. Warning
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with pink liquid employee stated was a cleaner stored in three compartment sink. Employee labeled spray bottle. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 41-04-4:Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Observed insecticide designated for only household use stored on chemical rack near office. Person in charge removed chemicals from premises. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 2/3/2025 revealed 27 total violations (5 high priority, 9 intermediate, 13 basic).
Inspection on 8/8/2024
High Priority
3
Intermediate
3
Basic
6
Total
12
Disposition: Met Inspection Standards
Inspection Details:
- 36-34-5:Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles soiled.
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed multiple cell phones, keys, and packs of cigarettes on shelf in prep area above food items. Person in charge removed all employee items and place them in designated area. Corrected On-Site
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed broken tiles on floor by doorway next to hand wash sink by office. Repeat Violation
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop in large container of flour in prep area with handle in product. Person in charge immediately removed and placed in appropriate storage area. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets on reach in cooler on cook line in front of fryers.
- 21-08-4:Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed sanitizer bucket under three compartment sink with chlorine strength at 0 ppm. Person in charge discarded and set up new sanitizer bucket. Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 0ppm) Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm) Corrected On-Site
- 35A-02-6:High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect in kitchen area and 1 flying insect in dry storage area near two compartment sink.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed two boxes of raw chicken (56-61F - Cold Holding) stored at room temperature next to fryer. Employee stated he pulled chicken out about 10 minutes prior and washed in hot water. Person in charge voluntarily discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed; hose splitter next to three compartment sink missing a vacuum break. Threaded hose bibb at mop sink in back storage area missing vacuum breaker.
- 22-02-4:Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed soiled nozzles on soda towers at to go station and front window. Person in charge removed and cleaned. Corrected On-Site
- 31B-03-4:Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink by three compartment sink. Person in charge provided soap on site. Corrected On-Site
- 41-17-4:Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle by mop sink with no label. Person in charge indicated it was bleach. Labeled spray bottle on site. Corrected On-Site
Food safety inspection conducted on 8/8/2024 revealed 12 total violations (3 high priority, 3 intermediate, 6 basic).
Inspection on 3/20/2024
High Priority
2
Intermediate
2
Basic
11
Total
15
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 21-17-4:Basic - Clean linens stored on floor. Clean linens on the ground in dry storage room by mop sink. Manager removed from ground. Corrected On-Site
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf above canned food by walk in cooler. Employee removed bag. Several employee phones above prep table in kitchen. Manager removed phones. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles under fryer and room leading to triple sink are cracked/in pieces. Repeat Violation
- 10-20-4:Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. At fryer station in kitchen, tongs hanging on fryer handle.
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In container of seasoning in storage room by triple sink, handle in direct contact with product. Manager lifted handle out of product. Ice scoop handle touching ice. Manager lifted handkerchief out of ice. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters in kitchen above fryers have grease build up. Side of fryers in kitchen have grease build up. Repeat Violation
- 12B-13-4:Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened employee water bottle in reach in cooler under prep table in kitchen. Manager removed bottle. Corrected On-Site
- 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Commercially packaged container of mayo reused for salt container. In walk in cooler, cooked chicken stored in box raw chicken came in. Repeat Violation
- 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Containers if to go boxes for food stored on ground in dry storage room. Manager removed from ground. Corrected On-Site
- 06-01-5:Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken thawing out on the counter by triple sink without running water. Manager turned on water and placed chicken under. Corrected On-Site
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop not stored to dry properly at mop sink. Manager removed mop from dirty water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 08A-05-6:High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish in reach in cooler next to fryers stored over ready to shredded cheese. Manager removed fish from above. Corrected On-Site
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In metal pan next to fryer in kitchen, fries (118F - Hot Holding). Manager had fries dropped to reheat, retemp 162F. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash station next to manager office in kitchen had container of raw chicken in sink. Manager removed. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Two employees who were hired two weeks ago did not have employee responsibility agreement signed. Inspector provided DBPR Form HR 5030-103. Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 3/20/2024 revealed 15 total violations (2 high priority, 2 intermediate, 11 basic).
Inspection on 7/11/2023
High Priority
5
Intermediate
4
Basic
9
Total
18
Disposition: Follow-up Inspection Required
Inspection Details:
- 14-45-4:Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Cardboard used to line shelf in dry storage area.
- 08B-49-4:Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In reach-in cooler at sandwich area, styrofoam container identified as personal food stored with customer food. Employee segregated. Corrected On-Site
- 40-06-5:Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. 2 cell phones on top of reach-in cooler at cook line. In dry storage area, coat on dressing boxes. Operator moved. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
- 36-17-5:Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in kitchen area near flattop, cracked.p and broken. Repeat Violation
- 10-01-5:Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In bulk sugar container, scoop handle touching product. In ice bin at drive thru, ice scoop handle touching ice. Operator moved items. Corrected On-Site
- 14-36-5:Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. 3 door reach-in cooler at cook line missing interior door panel on 2 doors, exposing insulation. Also, gaskets are in disrepair.
- 23-03-4:Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over cook line have build up of grease and dust. Repeat Violation
- 25-32-4:Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Observed cooked chicken in raw chicken boxes. Repeat Violation
- 42-01-4:Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mol stored in mop bucket.
- 50-17-3:High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/2023
- 01B-02-5:High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In reach-in cooler near exit door, cheesecake (49F - Cold Holding). Operator stated item has been in cooler 4 days.
- 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. On shelf across from large handwash sink, chicken (49F - Cold Holding). Employee moved chicken to walk-in cooler. In reach-in cooler near exit door, cheesecake (49F - Cold Holding). Operator stated item has been in cooler 4 days. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 03B-01-6:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line in fryer basket, shrimp (118F - Hot Holding). Shrimp reheated above 165f. Corrected On-Site
- 29-34-4:High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Splitter at mop sink missing backflow preventer on both ends. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint
- 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee using large handwash sink to rinse chicken. Knife stored in handwash sink near exit door.
- 53A-05-6:Intermediate - 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/ At start of inspection, 6 employees present, no Certified Food Manager. Certified Food Manager arrived during inspection. Corrected On-Site
- 11-26-1:Intermediate - 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. Employees present hired in last two weeks, no documentation. Repeat Violation
- 02C-02-5:Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. In condiment reach-in cooler, conch salad prepared two days prior not dated. Items dated. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation
Food safety inspection conducted on 7/11/2023 revealed 18 total violations (5 high priority, 4 intermediate, 9 basic).