Fresh-Mex & Co
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
43
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Fresh-Mex & Co, the earliest from 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around seven violations lately compared to roughly three violations before.
Across the inspection history, “no paper towels” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Fresh-Mex & Co trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
3
Critical latest
3
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 7 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
43
Jul 9, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
47
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Water pitchers stored in hand wash sink in kitchen. Person in charge removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Person in charge unable to provide working thermometer or strip to test high temperature dishmachine. Person in charge states is on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-62-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No papertowels at front counter hand wash sink by oven. Person in charge provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee on duty hired more than 60 days ago with no proof of food handler training.
53B-02-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old label residue observed on multiple clean dishware items.
16-46-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Establishment utilizes sink and surface sanitizer, testing at 0ppm. Person in charge remade to 272ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
21-45-1
61
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 15 flying insects in back kitchen by dirty linen storage. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of cranberry sauce with dent along seam.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk and almond milk in front bar at 44-48F. Person in charge states has had in and out. Recommend holding on time or ice.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at front pastry side hand wash sink. Person in charge provided. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in kitchen. Person in charge states due to recent air conditioner service. Also, back vents with debris buildup.
36-36-4
55
Mar 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Feta cheese dated 2/16, goat cheese dated 1/25.
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser on far server line in kitchen not working. Person in charge provided pump soap dispenser during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-06-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two spray bottles with blue chemicals unlabeled. Person in charge labeled appropriately. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
70
Oct 19, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee washed hands, then grabbed cell phone and then grabbed utensils without washing hands after touching cell phone. Discussed with operator. Operator discussed with employee and had employee wash hands. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink near walk-in-cooler. Employee replenished paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Two Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored in chemical storage area. Operator labeled both spray bottles of sanitizer. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Sanitizer Bucket (Sink and Surface 0) at coffee station. Employee remade solution and retested at 4.3 sink and surface. **Corrected On-Site**
21-45-1
61
Jun 27, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
82
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Portable cutting board in prep area soiled/ stained. Also, blade of can opener soiled **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: At callback no change **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Operator unable to provide valid food safety training certificates **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: At callback no change **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket on walk-in-cooler soiled **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: At callback no change **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach-in cooler drawer below grill is torn - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-08: At callback no change **Time Extended**
14-11-5
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Fresh-Mex & Co last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Fresh-Mex & Co on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Fresh-Mex & Co?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited three 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 43 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Fresh-Mex & Co's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Fresh-Mex & Co have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Fresh-Mex & Co 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 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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