Country Inn & Suites

7035 Commonwealth Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32220

American

Last inspected: Apr 16, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Country Inn & Suites has four inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 16, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around seven violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

“Time/temperature control for safety food cold held” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

By comparison, the average Jacksonville facility scores 74, putting Country Inn & Suites on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 16, 2026

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. In second reach in cooler, ambient liquid egg (47F - Cold Holding); boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding). All items stored in cooler since day prior. Ambient air of cooler at 52F. See stop sale.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At buffet line, boiled egg (57F - Cold Holding); yogurt (56F - Cold Holding). Products are in ice bowl taken out of cooler 3 hours prior. Inspector discussed time as a public health control with employee. Also, in second reach in cooler, ambient liquid egg (47F - Cold Holding); boiled egg (51F - Cold Holding); butter (50F - Cold Holding). All items stored in cooler since day prior. Ambient air of cooler at 52F. See stop sale. **Corrective Action Taken** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. On buffet line, apples presented in bowl unwrapped. **Repeat Violation**

08B-15-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. In and around nozzles on juice machine soiled with residue.

22-02-4

Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in ladies restroom used by employees.

31B-04-4

Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Some unwrapped plastic knives at buffet line presented with handle facing down.

25-02-4

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. Second reach in cooler in kitchen area in disrepair. Digital ambient display showing 50F-61F. Ambient air taken of cooler temped 52F. **Repeat Violation**

14-74-7

May 8, 2025

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In reach in cooler in kitchen area, shell less hard boiled eggs (46F - Cold Holding). Ambient air of reach in cooler 47F. Employee moved all Time/Temperature control for safety foods into other reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. In cabinet under coffee maker in kitchen area, two containers of bleach stored on top of clean wiping clothes and next to food containers. Employee removed bleach from cabinet. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Only employee Latonia W food handler training expired 4/5/2025. Manager stated she will be taking her test today to renew training. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

53B-05-5

Intermediate - Whole fruit displayed for self-service not wrapped and no utensils provided. On buffet line, bowl of red apples not individually wrapped.

08B-15-4

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. Reach in cooler in kitchen area closest to the triple sink not holding temperature. Ambient air of reach in cooler 47F, digital display temperature on unit reading 49F.

14-74-7

Nov 13, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 25, 2022

Routine - Food

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

View 5 violations

High Priority - Employee used tobacco, ate, or drank then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee in kitchen drinking from water bottle and handling personal phone then continued to stock buffet line without washing hands in between.

12A-05-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. liquid eggs (45F - Cold Holding); individual cream (45F - Cold Holding) in standing reach in cooler in kitchen area, per employee doors have been consistently opened for approximately two hours.

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash station in kitchen blocked by large boxes.

31A-09-4

Basic - Dead insects on premises. In kitchen behind standing reach in freezer closest to entrance to kitchen.

35A-03-4

Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Self closing device broken at door of employee bathroom in laundry.

32-04-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Country Inn & Suites last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Country Inn & Suites on file is from Apr 16, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Country Inn & Suites?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Country Inn & Suites.

How does Country Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Country Inn & Suites most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Country Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Country Inn & Suites have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Country Inn & Suites 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 Country Inn & Suites inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Country Inn & Suites is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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