Cliffs Bar and Grill

3033 Monument Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32225

American

Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026

Score

High Risk

Cliffs Bar and Grill has been inspected seven times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 2, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.

Looking across the full record, “time/temperature control for safety food” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Cliffs Bar and Grill trails the local norm. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 2, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Sep 8, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Oct 3, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese sauce 55f chilli 56f, in warmer, warmer was off, manager turned on warmer **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Wet cloth under cutting board

21-04-4

Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Ham and hot dogs thawing at room temperature. Manager placed under running water **Corrected On-Site**

06-01-5

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups in seasoning, manager removed cups **Corrected On-Site**

14-01-5

Jun 4, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023

50-17-3

High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Mop waste track outside rear kitchen.

28-14-5

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.

23-24-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate in ice machine located: kitchen.

22-20-5

Mar 26, 2024

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 6 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food Properly Stored/Protected

FL-48

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Feb 1, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Green beans held on flattop in pan 120F. Operator immediately reheated to 165F with out being prompted. **Corrective Action Taken**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Mop sink has splitter attached and there is no back-flow device installed AFTER the splitter on the non chemical side.

29-34-4

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 written plan for cleanup of bodily functions. Emailed written plan and operator printed and placed in file. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service napkins stored on floor in dry storage area. Operator properly stored **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Aug 9, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Small single bowl of Pasta salad date marked more than 7 days, 8/1/22. Operator discarded **Corrected On-Site**

02C-01-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottle stored in kitchen hand wash sink. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle unlabeled with yellowish substance in kitchen area. Operator labeled spray bottle. **Corrected On-Site**

41-17-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service cups stored on floor of back storage area **Repeat Violation**

25-05-4

Basic - Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Hand wash sink in kitchen area is slow draining

29-20-5

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cliffs Bar and Grill last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cliffs Bar and Grill on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cliffs Bar and Grill?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cliffs Bar and Grill.

How does Cliffs Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Cliffs Bar and Grill most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Cliffs Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cliffs Bar and Grill have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cliffs Bar and Grill 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 Cliffs Bar and Grill inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cliffs Bar and Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.

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