Kats Kitchen
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
52
Score
Across the available record, Kats Kitchen has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Apr 28, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Jacksonville facility scores 74, putting Kats Kitchen on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
6
Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In bottom section of reach-in cooler across from grill, raw pork stored over jug of mayonnaise. Operator moved pork. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In glass door reach-in cooler, chicken (45F - Cold Holding); empanada (47F - Cold Holding). Cooler opened continuously during rush.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple items stored in handwash sink. Operator moved all items from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. Employee present started today, no proof of employee responsibilities. Operator explained and completed dbpr form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bottle of water and case of oil stored on floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters have grease build up.
23-03-4
Basic - Floors, walls and/or ceilings soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under cooking equipment has grease build up.
36-73-4
52
Oct 28, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to public with an expired license. Operator license expired June 1, 2025 and under same ownership. Operator paid license during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Self-sufficient mobile food dispensing vehicle operating from an unapproved commissary. Operator has no current commissary. Operator was using food truck city but manager of food truck city says this MFDV not currently on their list and not part of his commissary as of today. **Warning**
51-22-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. No numbers on exterior **Repeat Violation**
50-04-4
74
Feb 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Operator has no decal
50-03-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. No numbers on exterior
50-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic water bottles stored on floor
08B-38-4
86
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. In chest reach in freezer, raw beef stored on top of ready to eat french fries. Items moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior of flip top reach in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No test kit available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Mobile food dispensing vehicle not reporting to commissary as required. Operator has listed commissary as Food Truck City, Jacksonville. Commissary states operator no longer reports there.
51-23-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop handle contacting ice in white ice chest freezer. Scoop moved and stored correctly. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Hotel and Restaurant license decal not displayed on mobile food dispensing vehicle. Decal not present.
50-03-4
Basic - Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle. License number not present on vehicle.
50-04-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Missing in all cold holding units.
05-09-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork chops thawing at room temperature near triple sink. Pork chops moved to reach in cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
06-01-5
50
May 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
78
May 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Kats Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Kats Kitchen on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Kats Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Kats Kitchen.
How does Kats Kitchen compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Kats Kitchen most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Kats Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kats Kitchen have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Kats Kitchen 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 Kats Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Kats Kitchen is inspected around two times per year on average.
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