Down South Eatz

5960 Richard St, Jacksonville, FL 32216
American
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

The inspection history at Down South Eatz is still short, with only two visits logged. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 5, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around zero violations to closer to two violations.

The city-wide average for Jacksonville sits at 74, putting Down South Eatz on the better side of that line. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw fish 46F, bottom of upright cooler. Advised to remove other items to allow air flow or ice.
03A-02-5
Basic - Food stored under dripping water line. Condensation dripping into uncovered chicken wings. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-52-4
82
Dec 19, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Down South Eatz last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Down South Eatz on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains two inspections in total.

How does Down South Eatz compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Down South Eatz most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Down South Eatz's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Down South Eatz have averaged around two violations per visit, up from roughly zero earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Down South Eatz means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.