No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill
Last inspected: Dec 8, 2025
61
Score
No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill has been inspected 10 times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 8, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
The city-wide average sits at 74, which No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill's 61 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 8, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple large utensils in Hand Wash Sink by ice machine. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensil in wait-station Hand Wash Sink.Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing soap paper towel at rear Hand Wash Sink. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Restroom doors not fully closed.
32-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls as scoops in spice containers.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket, bag , keys , cup on prep Table. Kitchen. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled sugar container at prep line. Kitchen.
02D-01-5
61
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No Vacuum breaker missing at kitchen faucet. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended**
29-34-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 50. Cut tomato, cut lettuce , 51. Sour créme 52. Cooked chicken 50. On table to chill box. Items moved to adjacent functional cooler. Items placed about 11 am. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-11: At today's callback : cut tomato, cut lettuce , 55°. Sour créme 50°. Pico 50°. . Placed about 2 pm. Per Person In Charge. Moved to another functional cooler. **Admin Complaint** **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
74
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Queso at 89° in steam table. Item reheated to 170-175°. Item was placed about 11 am. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Raw shrimp 50°. Cut tomato, cut lettuce , 51°. Sour créme 52°. Cooked chicken 50°. On table to chill box. Items moved to adjacent functional cooler. Items placed about 11 am. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Galvanized bin used to hold fried chips. **Warning**
14-15-4
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. No Vacuum breaker missing at kitchen faucet. **Warning**
29-34-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in wait-station Hand Wash Sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen.
21-12-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice scoop handle touching ie in ice bin. Wait-station. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell on prep area next to restaurant foods. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scooping sauce. Cooler.
14-01-5
37
Oct 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in wait-station Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Paper towel dispenser not functioning.
31B-05-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt container unlabeled. Kitchen.
02D-01-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in salt container.
14-01-5
74
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Certified Food Manager expired. 4/13/22 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-07-02: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-09-03: At today's callback : Certified Food Manager certification still expired. Unable to get into class. **Admin Complaint**
53A-03-7
90
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
90
Jul 1, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomato 47°. Lettuce 47°. Dairy 47°. Reach in cooler / make table. Placed about 1 hr before. Moved by manager. Walk in cooler raw beef. Raw chicken 47°. 47°. Moved by manager to another cooler. **Warning**
03A-02-5
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/ Certified Food Manager expired. 4/13/22 **Warning**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scoop in Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at dispenser . Replaced by manger. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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. Walk in cooler and reach in cooler / make table not holding foods to 41 or below. **Warning**
14-74-7
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between equipment. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
58
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation. Raw shrimp over shredded cheese on market table. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-14-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle over cleaned plate. Dish Machine line. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle by Dish Machine.
41-17-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by ice machine. Cleaned by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
36-22-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
23-24-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear kitchen door not self closing.
35B-03-4
58
Oct 17, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chlorine test strips.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at dispenser. Wait station.
31B-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. 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 ) at wait station.
36-37-5
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Construction dust and debris on floors . Kitchen , dining room.
36-73-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled counters and shelves. Construction dust and debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear doors.
35B-03-4
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill on file is from Dec 8, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill.
How does No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill 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 No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, No Way Jose Mexican Bar and Grill is inspected around five times per year on average.
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