La Marsa Grill & Seafood
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
90
Score
Public records show eight inspections at La Marsa Grill & Seafood stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on Mar 17, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 14 violations to closer to eight violations per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet”, which has been cited five times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so La Marsa Grill & Seafood is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
8
Inspections
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1
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Person in charge stated there are approximately 5 employee hired at this establishment but unable to provide any proof of forms since manager is not present and has access to all information needed - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-17: Operator has 2 new employees with no proof of written agreement **Time Extended**
11-26-1
90
Jan 13, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 22 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 1 container of yellow rice (47F - Cooling), stored in container covered with plastic film wrap in walk in cooler that was stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. 4qt yellow rice (51F - Cooling), stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen, covered with plastic film wrap and stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Observed server employee handling customer soiled plate and place at ware washing area and then handling to go foods and doing food prep without washing hands. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-02-4
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. 1 container of yellow rice (47F - Cooling), stored in container covered with plastic film wrap in walk in cooler that was stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. 4qt yellow rice (51F - Cooling), stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen, covered with plastic film wrap and stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing 2 separate back flow preventers at mops sinks bib spigots in back kitchen storage area **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At back storage hand wash sink next to ice machine **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising on menu board "Red Snapper". On previous inspection with Supervisor present, Educated operator on differences when operator showed most recent seafood invoice which shows Snapper Fillet Crimson. Person in charge called manager on phone and manager stated to me that provider of fish stated that Snapper Fillet Crimson and Red Snapper are the same. No invoice was provided during inspection and no box. Employee only had 1 thawed raw piece of fillet snapper to view. Manager on phone stated will remove the word "Red" from the menus in house and drive thru. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
52-04-5
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. 1 container of yellow rice (47F - Cooling), stored in container covered with plastic film wrap in walk in cooler that was stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued. 4qt yellow rice (51F - Cooling), stored inside reach in cooler in kitchen, covered with plastic film wrap and stored from overnight with no additional prep done today as per employee. Stop sale issued.
03D-15-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Cleaning bucket stored in hand wash sink on front line
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Person in charge unable to provide proof of manager certification and no other certified manager present **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At back storage hand wash sink next to ice machine **Repeat Violation**
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. Person in charge stated there are approximately 5 employee hired at this establishment but only able to provide proof of 1 employee food handler training certificate since manager is not present and has access to all information needed
53B-02-5
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. Person in charge stated there are approximately 5 employee hired at this establishment but unable to provide any proof of forms since manager is not present and has access to all information needed
11-26-1
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. In parking lot area
33-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor in back storage area
25-05-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Frozen foods in open containers not covered in reach in freezer
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Wet mop stored in mop bucket solution not hung **Repeat Violation**
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Spray bottle with clear solution unlabeled on cook line. Employee states it's water **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cups with no handle stored on containers to dispense food **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink container on prep table next to food
12B-07-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floor soiled with black and sticky build up throughout. Floor soiled with grease build up under cooking equipment's **Repeat Violation**
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Case of fry oil stored on floor in back storage area **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
15
Sep 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing 2 back flow preventers at spigots at mop sink **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Still the same **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising on menu board "Red Snapper" but as per most recent seafood invoice provided it shows Snapper Fillet Crimson. Educated operator on differences **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-10: Still the same. Operator has Red snapper on next delivery but letting customers know it not red snapper **Time Extended**
52-04-5
78
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 8 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing 2 back flow preventers at spigots at mop sink **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse equipment and stored away without sanitizing. Reviewed with manager **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Observed employee washing hands with no soap. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee wearing gloves on both hands handling raw prep chicken to place on grill and then removing gloves and putting on new gloves to handle cooked prep food without washing hands after changing task. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-12-4
High Priority - Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Observed employee washing hands for approximately 10 seconds with no soap. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-17-4
High Priority - Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing. Observed employee washing hands and then drying with side cloth stored on prep table. Reviewed with employee on proper procedure. Employee re-wash hands properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
12A-18-4
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. Operator has 4 food handler employees hired with no proof of training
53B-02-5
Intermediate - Establishment advertised a specific fish on the menu/menu board but served another type of fish. Operator advertising on menu board "Red Snapper" but as per most recent seafood invoice provided it shows Snapper Fillet Crimson. Educated operator on differences **Warning**
52-04-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade with food debris build up
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink at ware washing area and back area near ice machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-02-4
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. Operator has 5 employees hired with no proof of form completed
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At all three hand wash sink in kitchen along with hand wash sink in back kitchen area next to ice machine and hand wash sink on front server area. Since there was no hand soap, employee had to get dish soap and place a small amount into foam cups and stored next to one of the hand wash sink on cook line. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Operator serves undercooked burgers but no consumer advisory. Provided operator with consumer advisory sign **Corrective Action Taken**
02B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with clear solution stored at hand wash sink at server area. Manager states it soap and water
41-17-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial beard preparing food with no beard guard **Repeat Violation**
13-04-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in solution in mop bucket not hung to dry
42-01-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled spray bottles stored next to bags of chips in kitchen. Manager stated it's water
02D-01-5
Basic - Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Operator reusing build container with handle that is not easily cleanable to store sugar.
25-32-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up. Fan stored on prep table with dust on cover next to food being prep. Manager moved fan **Corrective Action Taken**
23-03-4
Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield near ware washing area is cracked
38-01-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in 77 standing water. Manager discarded water. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Jug oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Moved by manager. Case of frozen foods stored on floor in walk in freezer . **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-38-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Kitchen floor throughout area with black build up
36-73-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee cup stored under prep table next to food
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles over front serve area near food window with water damage **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Several portion cups with no handle stored on containers to dispense food
14-01-5
10
Mar 27, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 8 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 16 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed employee washing hands with 61F water temperature due to hot water tank not reaching minimum required temperature **Warning**
12A-19-4
High Priority - Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee with gloves on both hands handling raw fish and then handling fries without washing hands. Reviewed with manager and employee wash hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-09-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Rice (45-46F - Cold Holding); cooked wings (45-46F - Cold Holding), both items stored in walk in cooler, manager stated had cooler door open earlier for cleaning. Door is closed now **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter hand wash sink with cleaning spray bottle stored inside
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Operator unable to show proof of manager certification and other certified manager employed don't have copy to view **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink and ware washing sink and back prep hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
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 has 2 food handler employees hired over 60 days with no proof of 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. Operator has no proof of any forms for 5 employees hired. Provided operator with form **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand wash sink and ware washing sink and back prep hand wash sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Open gallons of milk in walk in cooler not date marked. Manager stated was open 2 days ago
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water at 61-62F temperature in entire establishment **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
27-16-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile at front counter area with water damage **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purse stored next to sauce bottles under prep table
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee with facial beard preparing food with no beard guard
13-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils stored in 64F standing water
10-07-4
20
Nov 18, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Missing back flow preventer at both spigot bibs at mop sink area. Missing multiple back flow preventers on exterior building on spigots **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-18: Still the same **Time Extended**
29-42-4
86
Oct 31, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was La Marsa Grill & Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at La Marsa Grill & Seafood on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at La Marsa Grill & Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at La Marsa Grill & Seafood.
How does La Marsa Grill & Seafood compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
La Marsa Grill & Seafood most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has La Marsa Grill & Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at La Marsa Grill & Seafood have averaged around eight violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at La Marsa Grill & Seafood means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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