First Watch #488
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
100
Score
First Watch #488 has been inspected 10 times since 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 23, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.
“Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
The city-wide average for Jacksonville sits at 74, putting First Watch #488 on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
10
Inspections
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Critical latest
0
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine with chlorine solution testing at 0ppm. Red error message displaying on dish machine that maintenance required for blocked tubes. Person in charge stated a work order was already placed for different issue and will add that to work order. Dish machine was cycled twice and now testing at 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting board with grooves and no longer smooth and easily cleanable at bread station on server line.
14-09-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Observed 1 server engaging in food preparation while wearing a watch at bread station. Server was preparing sauces and syrups at end of line.
13-07-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed coffee filters with no protective covering on server station. Employee added lid to container. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
74
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical inside stored above mop sink. Person in charge stated chemical was sanitizer and voluntarily discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on prep table across from ice machine. Employee removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed clear plastic containers stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry stored on drying rack across from dish machine. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled back plates around soda nozzles on soda tower on server line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
78
Apr 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked grits with temperatures of 124-133F stored on top of heating unit attached to wall above cook station. Person in charge stated grits were removed from hot holding and placed on top of unit 2 hours prior. Grits were placed on stove to reheat to minimum temperatures of 165F or more. Cooked grits (124-133F - Hot Holding) **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. Observed roasted tomatoes in cooling process prepared on site 1.5 hours prior stored in sealed container in walk-in cooler. First temperatures taken were 91-97F. Second temperature after 15 minutes was 87-92F. Employee removed all food items in cooling process from containers and spread out evenly on shallow sheet pans. **Corrected On-Site**
03D-15-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on top of food item container on cook line. Employee removed cell phone. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed one employee on cook line engaging in food preparation with no hair restraint. Employee put hat on. **Corrected On-Site**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple clear containers stored on drying rack across from dish machine stacked on top of each other with visible signs of moisture and unable to air dry. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled back plates around nozzles on soda tower on server line.
23-03-4
64
Nov 14, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
61
Jun 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one small flying insect by back door next to canned good rack in kitchen. Operator stated do was open and closed from delivery earlier in the morning.
35A-02-6
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. On one clear plastic container at clean dish storage rack in kitchen, old label.
16-46-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. On chemical storage rack, employee food. Operator discarded food. On prep table where coffee makers are located, employee phone. Operator removed phone from table. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
78
Oct 11, 2023
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At wait station, handwash sink covered and condiments stored on handwash sink. Operator moved items and made handwash sink accessible. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On cook line, one reach-in cooler handle has build up on underside.
23-24-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. On cook line, one oven has black debris.
23-03-4
82
Sep 15, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink at cook line near office, plastic container of water stored in sink. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar, no paper towels. Operator had employee stock towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. At wait station, handwash sink has hot water turned off due to leak on drain line. Operator turned hot water on. **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. At dish area by walk-in cooler, small tank not secured. Operator placed chain around tank. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. At wait station, employee drink on prep counter. Operator moved. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. On clean dish rack at dish area, large plastic containers have wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. On green dumpster, plug is broken leaving hole.
33-11-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. At cook line, it avocados have sticker still attached.
08B-39-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Drain line for handwash sink at wait station leaking.
29-11-4
55
Apr 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. In wait station, observed approximately 4 flying insects near floor at soda dispenser drain. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by a third-party employee training program and operator unable to provide original certificate for employees trained. Multiple SafeStaff employee training certificates are photocopies. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53B-09-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. In prep area, employee drink and mints on shelf above prep table. Operator moved items to proper storage. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. At dish area, multiple containers on clean dish shelves have wet nesting. **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. On cook line, second oven has build up of black debris in bottom
22-08-4
67
Sep 20, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was First Watch #488 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at First Watch #488 on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at First Watch #488?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at First Watch #488.
How does First Watch #488 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
First Watch #488 most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has First Watch #488's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at First Watch #488 have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at First Watch #488 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 First Watch #488 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, First Watch #488 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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