Layalina Restaurant
Last inspected: Mar 3, 2026
86
Score
Layalina Restaurant has been inspected eight times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 3, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around two violations compared to roughly six violations earlier on.
Across the inspection history, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Layalina Restaurant is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 3, 2026
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
86
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
70
May 17, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
May 16, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches in unused reach in cooler in kitchen opposite cook line grill. 4 live roaches on floor under unused reach in cooler in kitchen opposite cook line grill. 3 live roaches on floor at bar. 6 live roaches on floor under drinks cooler opposite walk in cooler. **Warning**
35A-05-4
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired Certified Food Manager certification MANUEL JOURDAIN 10/8/24 **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available.
16-37-1
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pasta made 2 days ago not date marked. Walk in cooler
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot or cold water at kitchen Hand Wash Sink. **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Approximately 20 dead roaches in sticky roach trap on floor behind unused reach in cooler in kitchen opposite cook line grill. Approximately 10 dead roaches in sticky trap on floor at bar. **Warning**
35A-06-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Approximately 15 dead roaches In unused reach in cooler in kitchen opposite cook line grill. Approximately 25 dead roaches on floor under unused reach in cooler in kitchen opposite cook line grill. 3 dead roaches on top of unused reach in cooler in kitchen opposite cookhouse grill. 10 dead roaches on floor under drinks cooler opposite walk in cooler. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Missing drain cover at kitchen behind unused cooler.
29-18-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease buildup on floor behind cook line equipment.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Grease buildup dives of fryers. Soiled interior of unused reach in cooler opposite cook line grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen door with self closing mechanism disabled. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
33
Feb 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Jan 31, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 8, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/ **Warning**
50-08-7
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Mop/ wastewater dumped outside rear exit **Warning**
28-14-5
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no chemical test strips available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Layout does not reflect existing plans dated 11/19/20 Ice machine removed. Bar layout different. Three compartment sink added. Prep sinks removed. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.
05-08-4
Basic - No mop sink or curbed cleaning facility provided at establishment. Establishment has no adequate mop sink. Existing mop sink has multiple, about 16, large holes in sink. **Warning**
29-27-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closing mechanism disabled. Rear door.
35B-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Gap at base of rear door. (Daylight visible )
35B-01-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Missing self closing mechanism on frontline restroom.
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Some Ceiling tiles in prep areas are cardboard/acoustic style. Not smooth and easily cleanable. (Note : if ceiling tiles are observed to be soiled of not cleanable in future inspections, division will require tiles to be changed )
36-37-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cracked and damaged floor tiles at base of frontline Hand wash sink.
36-17-5
41
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Layalina Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Layalina Restaurant on file is from Mar 3, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Layalina Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “no chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Layalina Restaurant.
How does Layalina Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Layalina Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Layalina Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Layalina Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Layalina Restaurant 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 Layalina Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Layalina Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.
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