Salento Steak House
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
100
Score
Inspectors have visited Salento Steak House 11 times, with records going back to 2022. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 21, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” comes up most often, recorded five times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Salento Steak House is doing better than most peers. The record reflects steady performance over time.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Nov 14, 2025
Complaint Full
6 minor violations.
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Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
70
Oct 28, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
61
Aug 22, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 20, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
50
Oct 24, 2024
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. **Repeat Violation**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles Dusty / damaged/ discolored. Near cook line and prep line kitchen
36-32-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Bowl in standing water 115°. Kitchen.
10-07-4
86
Aug 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink chlorine 0 ppm. Manager added chlorine. 100 ppm after. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. "Sterilite" style/brand non food grade containers used for food storage. direct contact with food. Cut meats.
14-15-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
23-24-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Condensation drip in reach in cooler by kitchen entrance.
29-08-4
64
Feb 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon in kitchen Hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical bottle in kitchen. Marked by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
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
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels on exterior of cleaned containers.
16-46-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Unlabeled vinegar spray bottle. Marked by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
02D-01-5
67
Jul 25, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine. Chlorine 0 ppm. Machine adjusted by manager. Final run 100 ppm. Chlorine. **Corrected On-Site**
22-45-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Prep line.
23-24-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee personal cellphone on prep Area. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing floor tile by Dish Machine line.
36-17-5
74
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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High Priority - Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee eating in kitchen then putting on gloves without washing hands. Manager intervened. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
High Priority - Evidence of mop/cleaning wastewater dumped onto ground. Mop water remnant on grounds by rear kitchen.
28-14-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Missing vaccum breaker at outside faucet by Establishment connection.
29-34-4
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.
11-26-1
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.
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Kitchen.
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Wood cutting boards with grabber handle touching board. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Wiping cloths used for occasional spills on tableware (utensils, plates or bowls served to the consumer) not dry and used just for that purpose. 1 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager.
21-01-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Minor soiled interior of oven. Kitchen.
22-08-4
41
Aug 16, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen Hand Wash Sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers. Multiple.
23-24-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cleaned utensils , plates stored under paper towels. On rack.
24-05-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Missing, cracked floor tiles by rear cooler.
36-17-5
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs over oven handle. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
74
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Salento Steak House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Salento Steak House on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Salento Steak House?
Across the inspection record, “buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Salento Steak House.
How does Salento Steak House compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Salento Steak House most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Salento Steak House's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Salento Steak House have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Salento Steak House 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 Salento Steak House inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Salento Steak House is inspected around three times per year on average.
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