Mission BBQ
Last inspected: Feb 10, 2026
61
Score
Across the available record, Mission BBQ has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 10, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
“Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 10, 2026
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
61
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
50
Feb 20, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
67
Apr 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
41
Oct 17, 2023
Routine - Food
6 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed interior of ice machine soiled near chute of unit and inside of lid. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on table the end of cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone stored on table at the end of cook line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed containers on dry rack not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
24-08-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over drying dish ware area. **Repeat Violation**
35B-02-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed large container of sugar without label. Observed large container of rice without label. **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
74
May 4, 2023
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
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Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
95
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying insects in back room near flour storage. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2023-02-17: Observed one flying insect near dry storage area. **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
86
Feb 16, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
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High Priority - Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dish machine to be at 152F-158F not consistent. Manager will set up 3 compartment sink to sanitize dishes. Manager to order dish machine test strips for high temperature. **Corrected On-Site**
22-49-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flying insects in back room near flour storage. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand sink located near dry storage area. Manager placed paper towels at hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine in back room to be soiled on the interior behind splash guard. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling vents to be soiled throughout kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed multiple employee drinks stored on prep tables throughout kitchen. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed back door to have light shining at bottom of door.
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed bag of soda stored on floor next to soda box storage. Manager placed soda bag on shelf. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed large bag of single service gallon jugs stored on floor in back room. Observed open case of soufflé cups stored on floor located near ware washing area. Manager stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Water draining onto floor surface. Observed water coming from ware washing area draining to floor located in back room.
29-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of seasoning on cook line without label. Manager placed label on container of seasoning. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02D-01-5
45
Sep 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately six flying insects located in backroom near soda storage area. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-13: Observed one dead flying insect. Observed one live flying insect. **Time Extended**
35A-02-6
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mission BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mission BBQ on file is from Feb 10, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mission BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mission BBQ.
How does Mission BBQ compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Mission BBQ most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Mission BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mission BBQ have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mission BBQ means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Mission BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mission BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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