Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso

5111 Baymeadows Rd Unit 14, Jacksonville, FL 32217

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso has six inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Feb 4, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around six violations to closer to two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning”, showing up two times.

The city-wide average for Jacksonville sits at 74, putting Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso on the better side of that line. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Feb 4, 2026

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 13, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink Quaternary ammonium 0 ppm. Inspector assisted in resetting Quaternary ammonium level. **Corrected On-Site**

22-45-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at Three compartment sink. Table cleaner.

41-17-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at Hand Wash Sink. Three compartment sink. Replaced by manger. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in spice .

14-01-5

Jan 28, 2025

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk opened Sunday not date marked. Marked by manger. **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.

16-46-4

Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Personal drink with container of cabbage. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-49-4

Aug 13, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers and oven.

23-24-4

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 - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.

16-46-4

Jan 5, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 10 violations

High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washing and rinsing utensils only. No sanitizing step. Inspector / manager intervened. Sanitizer compartment set up. Quaternary ammonium 300 ppm. **Corrective Action Taken**

22-45-4

High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Flan , from yesterday , in front line display cooler at : 45°, 46°, 46° 46°47° 47° 47° 46°.

01B-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flan , from yesterday , in front line display cooler at : 45°, 46°, 46° 46°47° 47° 47° 46°. Stop sale issued. Prepped cheese 50° , prepped pork 50°. Kitchen make table/Reach in cooler. Per Person In Charge items placed few hours ago. Moved by manager to bottom of cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

Intermediate - Employee has not received adequate training related to their assigned duties as evidenced by lack of general knowledge in performing their assigned duties. Dishwasher not aware of correct ware washing methods. No sanitizing steps. Manager intervened. **Corrective Action Taken**

53B-15-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Chemical containers in rear Hand wash sink. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**

31A-11-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment only has a probe cooking thermometer which does not register below 50°. **Repeat Violation**

05-08-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl as scoop in sauce. Moved by manager.

14-01-5

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. Frontline display cooler set at 45°. Person In Charge attempted to adjust setting. Cooler reached 40° at end of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-74-7

Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Drink ice in small cooler at frontline not constantly draining.

08B-31-4

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. In use Utensils in kitchen in standing water 70°.

10-07-4

Jul 31, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

4 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

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. Gave forms. (Currently No employees)

11-26-1

Intermediate - Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. No consumer advisory on undercooked steaks. Gave sign. **Corrected On-Site**

02B-02-5

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. Gave forms.

11-27-4

Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available.

05-08-4

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choke sign available. Emailed sign.

51-13-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Minor construction dust and debris.

23-03-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso.

How does Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso 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 Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pupuseria Y Cafeteria El Paraiso is inspected around two times per year on average.

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