Fresh-Mex & Co
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
64
Score
Fresh-Mex & Co has been inspected nine times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jan 28, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at mop sink.
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand wash sink on cook line used as dump sink. Observed cut tomatoes and food debris in sink. Employee cleaned out hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed unsealed concrete floor in walk-in-cooler.
36-02-5
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed no / missing self closing door closure/ device on unisex restroom closest to wall. Door does not self close.
32-17-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed multiple filters in hood above grill soiled. Also, multiple knobs on grill soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee personal belongings stored on top of bag of sugar and next to other food items at dry food storage shelf in prep area. Employee removed backpack, jacket, and other belongings to properly store **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
64
Jul 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, cutting board on reach-in cooler across from grill soiled/ stained.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Operator unable to provide a measuring device to test temperature of sanitizer in high temp dishmachine.
16-62-1
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in freezer in prep area torn. Also, handles/ knobs missing from lid of both queso's on front service line. Also, lid of reach in freezer in prep area rusted/ in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Cut avocados not washed prior to preparing. Sticker still adhered to avocado.
08B-39-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled.
23-03-4
70
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Container of Pork carnitas in walk-in-cooler date marked 1-23 not consumed within 7 days of preparation. See Stop Sale
01B-24-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Vacuum breaker missing from non chemical side of splitter at threaded hose Bibb next to hand wash sink at end of cook line. Operator reversed vacuum breaker to non chemical side. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing machine in dining area soiled. Also, cutting board at reach-in cooler across from grill soiled/ stained. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at hand wash sink in first unisex restroom
27-16-4
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler drawer below grill torn.
14-11-5
58
Sep 19, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing toxic substance and multiple paint cans stored under front counter next to single use plastic cups. Employee removed spray bottle of window cleaner and paint to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. Dishwasher (Temperature 0). Employee emptied water from machine and refilled and ran a couple of cycles. Retested at 130F-150F. Operator called to have machine serviced and stated he will have employee set up triple sink until repaired. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-56-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards on reach-in coolers on cook line soiled/ stained. Also, portable blue cutting board near triple sink soiled/ stained. Also, ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf across from dishwashing machine unable to properly air dry **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler door soiled.
23-03-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe below hand wash sink in ware washing area leaking. Operator tightened nut at pipe. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-11-4
61
Apr 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board across from oven soiled/ stained. Also, holster for soda gun in bar area soiled. Operator had soda holster cleaned during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Restroom at end of hall not self closing.
32-04-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Clean stacked pans on storage shelf in warewashing area unable to properly air dry
24-08-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe under hand wash sink in warewashing area leaking. Operator stated he called a plumber to repair. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-11-4
78
Aug 23, 2023
Routine - Food
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
64
Mar 3, 2023
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 27, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed total of four flying insects. One flying insect in ware washing area,two flying insects on ice scoop holder. One flying insect in back room near walk in cooler. Manager removed ice scoop holder and washed properly. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed no proof of employee Food training. Observed employee hired over 60 days ago without approved food training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed establishment to not have employee health agreement forms. Inspector provided copy of employee health agreement form.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of window cleaner stored without label. **Repeat Violation**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on drying rack in ware washing area.
12B-07-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed bug zapper installed over large bags of rice in food storage area. Manager removed bug zapper to relocate. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
35B-02-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed walk-in cooler concrete floor to not be sealed. **Repeat Violation**
36-02-5
55
Oct 21, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fresh-Mex & Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fresh-Mex & Co on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fresh-Mex & Co?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Fresh-Mex & Co.
How does Fresh-Mex & Co compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Fresh-Mex & Co most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Fresh-Mex & Co's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Fresh-Mex & Co have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Fresh-Mex & Co means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Fresh-Mex & Co inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Fresh-Mex & Co is inspected around three times per year on average.
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