Mambos Cuban Express
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2024
35
Score
Public records show seven inspections at Mambos Cuban Express stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Oct 29, 2024. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around six violations each.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored”, showing up three times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Mambos Cuban Express trails the local norm. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Items in drawer cooler: Raw chicken 70°. Raw beef 72°. Raw pork 76°. Raw fish 70°. Mussels 70°. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in drawer cooler: Raw chicken 70°. Raw beef 72°. Raw pork 76°. Raw fish 70°. Mussels 70°. (Unit breaker had tripped. Person In Charge had reset breaker ) **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle , degreaser , by cutlery. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at frontline. Degreaser.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in rear kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop In pepper container.
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Items in drawer cooler: Raw chicken 70°. Raw beef 72°. Raw pork 76°. Raw fish 70°. Mussels 70°. (Unit breaker had tripped. Person In Charge had reset breaker ) **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on cutting board. Frontline. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep/service employee wearing bracelets and hand jewelry while engaged in food preparation and service.
13-07-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Open container of pepper by frontline Hand Wash Sink.
08B-36-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior of frontline coolers. **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered beef in walk in cooler. Covered by manger. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
35
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
78
Mar 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle on shelf over foods. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle by frontline.
41-17-4
78
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
70
Jan 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
35
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical bottle by single service cups. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment has no chlorine text strips available. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Basic - Vending machine exterior soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-01-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken/ missing floor tiles. Frontline. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cut fruit not covered in walk in cooler. Covered by manger. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Minor Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cutting board stored by rear kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager.
24-05-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food prep employee with bracelet.
13-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Food prep employee with no beard guard.
13-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mambos Cuban Express last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mambos Cuban Express on file is from Oct 29, 2024. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mambos Cuban Express?
Across the inspection record, “toxic substance/chemical improperly stored” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mambos Cuban Express.
How does Mambos Cuban Express compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Mambos Cuban Express most recently scored 35 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Mambos Cuban Express' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mambos Cuban Express have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mambos Cuban Express 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 Mambos Cuban Express inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mambos Cuban Express is inspected around three times per year on average.
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