M-Shack
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
86
Score
Across the available record, M-Shack has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Feb 10, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around one violation across recent inspections versus roughly three violations before.
“Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Jacksonville restaurant scores 74. The record reflects steady performance over time.
8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
86
Sep 16, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
90
Jul 14, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
90
Feb 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
74
Aug 27, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has probe thermometer on order. Has not arrived yet.
05-08-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water at Hand wash sink in men's restroom unable to reach 85F. Contractor is working on the hot water at sink during this inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
27-16-4
82
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on cook line in ice pan House made Cole slaw (65F - Cold Holding); House made pico (64F - Cold Holding). Employee stated both were placed in ice bath at 12pm. Employee placed both in reach in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed Duxelles dated 7-10-2023 (mushrooms sautéed). Manager removed and discarded.
01B-24-5
Intermediate - Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Observed ice machine with rust buildup along splash guard of unit.
22-31-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored in soiled holder. Manager cleaned holder during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents dusty in back room prep area. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in reach in close to office at entrance of kitchen. Manager removed water from reach in. **Corrected On-Site**
29-49-6
58
Mar 16, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 19, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter on mop sink to be missing a vacuum breaker after splitter before green hose connection. Manager removed hose and stated they will not use. **Corrective Action Taken**
29-42-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed grill cook handle raw beef and proceeded to prepare food. Manager spoke to employee and he removed gloves and washed hands properly Observed grill cook handling raw beef touching apron with gloved hand and proceeded to continue cooking. Manager spoke to employee and employee changed gloves and washed hands properly. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-28-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed one flying insect on cook line near grill area. Observed one flying insect in dry storage area. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed Hand sink at entrance of kitchen to be blocked with a metal bowl inside sink. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand sink in bar area located close to entrance of establishment.
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents in food dry storage area to be soiled.
36-34-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on both ends of kitchen on cook line to be grooved and stained.
14-09-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed dishes on clean drying rack in back room next to 3 compartment sink wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Observed tray of uncovered raw beef stored directly under drain lines of refrigeration unit, and under soiled /dusty refrigeration fan in walk in cooler. Manager placed empty pan on top of raw beef in walk-in cooler. **Corrective Action Taken**
08B-36-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed kale stored on the top shelf in walk-in cooler above ready to eat sauces.
08B-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed main ice machine to be soiled on the interior of unit, and behind splash guard.
22-20-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was M-Shack last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at M-Shack on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at M-Shack?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at M-Shack.
How does M-Shack compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
M-Shack most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has M-Shack's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at M-Shack have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at M-Shack 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 M-Shack inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, M-Shack is inspected around two times per year on average.
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