Moes Southwest Grill #1427
Last inspected: Mar 30, 2026
55
Score
Inspectors have visited Moes Southwest Grill #1427 10 times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to 10 violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which Moes Southwest Grill #1427's 55 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
10
Inspections
1
Critical latest
4
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 30, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 6 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: At todays callback : no change. **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment has No high temperature sanitizing testing / measuring device available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: At today's callback : not available. **Admin Complaint**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: At today's callback : no probe thermometer available. **Admin Complaint**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: At todays callback : no proof of any employee training **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Frontline rice pudding, tiramisu with not required labeling. (Grab n go cooler ). **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to put items on frontline foods. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: At todays callback : no change **Admin Complaint**
02D-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gaps between hood filters at front hood **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to fix. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-30: At today's callback : no change. ( new filters arrived. ) **Time Extended**
14-42-4
55
Jan 27, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 8 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vaccum breaker at mop sink missing from split at non-chemical side. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No cleanup procedures. Emailed sign. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. And post. **Time Extended**
11-27-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No proof of Certified Food Manager. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chemical test strip For Three compartment sink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Establishment has No high temperature sanitizing testing / measuring device available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
16-62-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
05-08-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
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. No proof of employee reporting agreement. Emailed form. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
11-26-1
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Packaged food not labeled as specified by law. Frontline rice pudding, tiramisu with not required labeling. (Grab n go cooler ). **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to put items on frontline foods. **Time Extended**
02D-02-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to clean. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Gaps between hood filters at front hood **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-27: At callback :time needed to fix. **Time Extended**
14-42-4
35
Jan 26, 2026
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 7 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
10
Nov 21, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
67
Nov 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Sep 18, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice dumped in front Hand Wash Sink.
31A-11-4
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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop on dusty counter. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
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
74
Jan 17, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At frontline display chill box: Shredded cheese 50°. Pico de gallo 48° Lettuce 50°. Person In Charge said items placed about 1 hr before. Items Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. No proof of employee training for some employees.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Ineffective hair restraint on frontline employee.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors in walk in cooler and under racks and at drive through line.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled exterior of food containers lids. Kitchen. Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen.
23-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate in ice machine located: rear kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry.
13-07-4
58
Aug 9, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not inverted. Rear rack. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Soiled interior frontline cooler.
22-16-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor. Frontline.
36-22-4
86
Jan 25, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bottle next to cookies and single service cups at frontline. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Expired CERtified Food Manager certification on JEN COOPER 7/21/22
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Non functioning paper towels dispenser by walk in cooler. Replaced by manger.
31B-05-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Frontline. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers. Dry rack. **Repeat Violation**
16-46-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Sanitizer bucket on floor in kitchen.
21-38-4
61
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Moes Southwest Grill #1427 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Moes Southwest Grill #1427 on file is from Mar 30, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Moes Southwest Grill #1427?
Across the inspection record, “employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Moes Southwest Grill #1427.
How does Moes Southwest Grill #1427 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Moes Southwest Grill #1427 most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Moes Southwest Grill #1427's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Moes Southwest Grill #1427 have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Moes Southwest Grill #1427 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 Moes Southwest Grill #1427 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Moes Southwest Grill #1427 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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