Chow Down Alley
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
45
Score
Inspectors have visited Chow Down Alley nine times, with records going back to 2022. Chow Down Alley was last inspected on Apr 28, 2026. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to eight violations.
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Compared to other Jacksonville restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
4
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - 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 clean up form. Emailed copy
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Certified Food Manager credentials expired. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Certified Food Manager credentials expired. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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. Emailed copy.
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Soiled ceiling vents in kitchen ( black-like/ mold-like substance) Dusty ceiling tiles. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. In use apron by single service Togo boxes. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - 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.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee prepping food without hairnet. Put on during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease and food residue Deb buildup under cook line equipment , prep, and storage equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled base tray of oven.
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of kitchen reach in cooler / make table.
22-16-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans : dry. Rack. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
45
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at rear Hand Wash Sink.
27-16-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned pans. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Dusty ceiling in kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - 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.
13-07-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of kitchen cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
70
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato, 47°. 49°. Potato salad 49°. Items placed about 1 hr ago. Moved by manager to functional cooler. Cooler settings adjusted. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Basic - 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. End cooler not holding temperature to 41° or below. Setting Adjusted by manger.
14-74-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open drink container by food prep. Moved by manager.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food service employee with no hair restraints.
13-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack.
16-46-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of reach in cooler. Kitchen and frontline cooler. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at kitchen Hand Wash Sink faucet. Per Person In Charge , Work in progress. to replaced faucet. **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
64
Oct 25, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at rear kitchen faucet handle
29-11-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in kitchen. Prep line cooler.
29-49-6
86
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
86
Feb 13, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Unsecured co2 tanks. Empty.
51-11-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Soiled interior of oven.
22-08-4
86
Aug 16, 2023
Complaint Full
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
86
Feb 15, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - 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.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Rusty shelves in coolers.
14-33-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of cooler
29-49-6
70
Aug 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape over fryer handle. **Repeat Violation**
14-71-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in base of cooler. Kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chow Down Alley last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chow Down Alley on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chow Down Alley?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Chow Down Alley.
How does Chow Down Alley compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Chow Down Alley most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Chow Down Alley's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Chow Down Alley have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Chow Down Alley means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Chow Down Alley inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chow Down Alley is inspected around two times per year on average.
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