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THE SPOT RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

With 3 documented inspections, THE SPOT RESTAURANT & LOUNGE in JACKSONVILLE has achieved a 2.5/5 food safety rating. Recent inspections indicate some food safety concerns.

Last inspection: 3 weeks ago · 3 reports on file

5577 Avenue B
Jacksonville, Florida, 32209
Duval County County

Overall Food Safety Rating

★★½☆☆ (2.5/5)
Based on 3 health inspection reports

All Inspection Reports

2/17/2026· 3w ago

Visit ID: 13530900

Met Inspection Standards

1 high, 4 basic

  • 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 on prep table next to to-go boxes by kitchen entrance.
  • 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 handle of scoop for sugar in direct contact with product across from hand wash sink in kitchen. Person in charge removed scoop. Corrected On-Site
  • 21-12-4:Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed 2 wet wiping cloths on prep tables and not stored in sanitizer solution between uses.
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored under main center prep table. Repeat Violation
  • 12A-07-5:High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee on cook line handle raw beef livers then change gloves and handle ready to eat food items to package for to-go without washing hands in between changing gloves. Inspector educated employee proper handwashing procedures. **Corrective Action Taken**

9/25/2025· 5mo ago

Visit ID: 10930626

Met Inspection Standards

1 int, 4 basic

  • 51-11-4:Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed unsecured CO2 tank behind main bar area.
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed utensils stored in standing water in metal container on stove. Person in charge turned stove on. Repeat Violation
  • 25-05-4:Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed box of to-go boxes stored on floor in back storage shed.
  • 02D-01-5:Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed unlabeled container of white powdery substance stored on bottom shelf of center prep table. Employee labeled. Corrected On-Site
  • 16-33-4:Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. Observed quatanery ammonium test strips but establishment uses chlorine for sanitizer buckets.

5/8/2025· 10mo ago

Visit ID: 8790858

Met Inspection Standards

2 high, 3 int, 5 basic

  • 32-02-4:Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Restroom in back storage area door left open
  • 32-04-4:Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Storage area restroom
  • 12B-07-4:Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open McDonald's coffee cup stored near waffle maker, cup discarded Corrected On-Site
  • 10-07-4:Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils on stove in metal container 98f
  • 31B-04-4:Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handsink upfront behind counter.
  • 03A-03-5:High Priority - Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. Eggs stored at room temperature on counter
  • 03A-02-5:High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw sausage 70f corn beef hash 55f cut tomatoes 60f in pan on ice, manager added more ice around product Butter 66f on counter. **Corrective Action Taken**
  • 31A-11-4:Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink behind counter used to rinse a foam cup
  • 14-16-4:Intermediate - Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Scooper for sugar handle broken Off
  • 53B-02-5:Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Shernan