Pdq
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
100
Score
Pdq appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 6, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Food-contact surface soiled with food debris” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Pdq is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Dec 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. One ceiling tile in disrepair/ water damaged at end of front service line. Also, two ceiling tiles missing from same area. Operator stated they have been working on getting a coumpany to repair leak before replacing missing and damaged ceiling tiles. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-12-02: At callback, two ceiling tiles at end,of front line water damaged and one ceiling tile not fully covering hole in ceiling. Operator stated she has ceiling tiles on order. **Time Extended**
36-32-5
95
Oct 1, 2025
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
33
Feb 10, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at self dispensing soda machine in dining area soiled. Also, cutting board at reach-in cooler across from drive thru window soiled/ stained. Also, deflector plate in large ice machine soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Back exterior of soda dispensing machine near drive thru window has accumulation of dust.
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution other than chlorine, quaternary ammonia or iodine, not at proper minimum strength, not used according to label instructions. Sanitizer Bucket (0 sink and surface). Operator emptied bucket of sanitizer and remade solution. Retested at 4.3ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-45-1
82
Feb 20, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 14, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. feta cheese crumbles (44-45F - Cold Holding); butter (45F - Cold Holding); sliced cheddar cheese (45F - Cold Holding); house made honey butter (45F - Cold Holding) in walk-in-cooler. Ambient temperature of walk-in-cooler 47-48F. Operator stated she thought the walk-in-cooler may have been in defrost cycle. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored in warewashing area. Operator labeled spray bottle of bleach. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee used hand wash sink next to breading station as a dump sink. Observed soda and ice in hand wash sink. Employee rinsed ice away. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute of self dispensing ice machine in dining area soiled. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Handles on reach in deep freezers in back kitchen area durable- in disrepair. Also, ledge that lid for ice machine rests on not durable- peeling tape.
14-10-4
61
Feb 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed buttermilk wash located on cook line to be at 54F. Employee removed buttermilk wash to replace with fresh buttermilk wash. **Corrected On-Site**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed tomato slicer to be soiled stored on clean dry storage rack. Manager removed and stored in ware washing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
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. Observed establishment to not have employee health agreement forms. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up.
11-26-1
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. Observed employee that has been employed for more than 60 days without food safety training. **Repeat Violation**
53B-13-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed multiple ceiling tiles and vents throughout kitchen to be soiled. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Observed drain cover missing located in prep area towards back room.
29-18-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drink stored on prep table. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed manager with beard engaging in food preparation without beard guard.
13-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed chest freezer gaskets located in prep area to be soiled. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed soiled wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution located on line. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pdq last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pdq on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pdq?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pdq.
How does Pdq compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Pdq most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Pdq's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pdq have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pdq 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 Pdq inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pdq is inspected around two times per year on average.
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