Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana
Last inspected: Nov 20, 2025
100
Score
Going back to 2022, Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana has 11 inspections in the public record. On Nov 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
The city-wide average for Jacksonville sits at 74, putting Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 20, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Nov 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked potatoes (69F - Hot Holding) white rice (120F - Hot Holding); Spanish rice (118F - Hot Holding); beans (109F - Hot Holding); queso sauce (104F - Hot Holding) tamales (89F - Hot Holding) food items were stored in steam table with the table set at 100F. Manager turned up the steam table. **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Unable to dispense paper towels and hand sink At the entrance of kitchen.
31B-05-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Black bowl used to scoop rice.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. No hair restraint on employee preparing food items.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor near ice machine and back door.
36-22-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Oil, can tomato and margarine stored in floor in kitchen/prep area. A few cases of food stored on floor in walk in Freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Near triple sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Several food items stored in walk in cooler uncovered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Brown powdery substance and white substance stored in clear bins on storage counter near microwave.
02D-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket soiled with food debris on cooler drawer. Fan covers soiled with dust in walk in cooler.
23-03-4
50
Jul 30, 2025
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on cooler drawer. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Food stored in walk in cooler uncovered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind cooking equipment is soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
36-27-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Mold like substance on interior of ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small black cup used to scoop Cheese. Manager removed black cup **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Back pack and speaker stored on cases of food.
40-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave soiled with food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign on hand sink near triple sink.
31B-04-4
67
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cheese (44-45F - Cold Holding); beans (45-47F - Cold Holding); per employee food items were prepared yesterday. Food items are stored in large deep containers.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Mold on Zucchini in prep cooler.
01B-07-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee Coffee cup stored on prep table. Employee properly stored coffee.
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Black debris on Walk in cooler floor.
36-73-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwave is soiled with food debris
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers are dusty in the walk in cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with food debris behind cooking equipment
36-27-5
55
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheese sauce (67F - Cold Holding) food item was stored on the counter per employee for 20 minutes. Manager put cheese back into the walk in cooler to cool **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Medicine bottle stored with food items, manager properly store medicine **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Container of boiled Eggs stored in hand wash sink, manager removed eggs **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Black mold like substance on interior of ice machine
22-20-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. No beard guard on employee preparing food items
13-04-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris on interior of microwave
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled on coolers Fan covers are dusty in the walk in cooler
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Cooler Drawers are soiled with food debris
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Food debris on wall Behind flat top grill
36-27-5
50
Jul 3, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jun 28, 2024
Complaint Partial
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Raw sewage on ground of establishment. Observed sewage on top of drain covers behind restaurant. Spoke with manager about blocking the area so no one can walk or drive through the area. **Warning**
28-13-5
Basic - Walking or driving surfaces not maintained. Large pot holes in back of establishment
33-32-4
82
Mar 13, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Squid, octopus, conch, eel, crab, shrimp, crawfish, lobster or other non-finfish offered raw or undercooked have not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. Establishment offers ceviche isla Bonita- shrimp are cooked in lime juice no heating as part of food process. Non-exempt fish may not be served raw or undercooked. Consumer Advisory must be in place. **Warning**
01D-05-5
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 procedure for vomiting and diarrheal clean up. Inspector emailed manager clean up procedures during inspection
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used hand wash sink to clean sanitizer bucket and wiping cloths
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche isla Bonita- shrimp cooked in lime juice **Admin Complaint**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory present, emailed manager a consumer advisory she posted them in a few different locations during inspection **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two unlabeled spray bottles at server station one blue solution and pink solution.
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone stored On top of bagged tortillas, employee moved cell phone **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food items without a hair restraint
13-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Two containers of Oil stored on floor in kitchen area
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Manager removed scoop **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves are soiled with food debris
22-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters are soiled with grease Fan covers are dusty in the walk in cooler Gaskets are soiled on cooler drawers
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler Drawers are soiled with food debris
22-16-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Food debris on walls Behind cooking equipment
36-27-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled containers with white powder substance stored inside, manager labeled container Salt and garlic powder
02D-01-5
29
Oct 18, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 21, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana on file is from Nov 20, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana.
How does Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Don Eduardo Cocina Mexicana is inspected around three times per year on average.
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