Twisting Root's

8763 Old Kings Road South, Jacksonville, FL 32217

American

Last inspected: Mar 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Twisting Root's has seven inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 9, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around three violations, down from roughly seven violations earlier in the record.

The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.

Among Jacksonville restaurants, the typical score is 74; Twisting Root's is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 9, 2026

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. Multiple.

23-24-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Grease food debris build up.

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves.

23-03-4

Jun 19, 2025

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired. 06/01/2025

50-17-3

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

23-24-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled Counters and shelves at grill.

23-03-4

Oct 5, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryer grease build up.

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of standing white refrigerator soiled. Hood filter has grease build up. **Repeat Violation**

23-03-4

Dec 15, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

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

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

May 16, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Grease build up on fryer baskets

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Torn gasket on white reach in freezer

14-11-5

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with grease under cooking equipment

36-73-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food debris on exterior of equipment

23-03-4

Dec 21, 2022

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on dry rack has staining **Repeat Violation**

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink. Operator supplied towels. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Equipment handles throughout mobile unit soiled with residue accumulation on topside and inside where fingers touch handles to open door.

23-24-4

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls soiled with splash accumulation **Repeat Violation**

36-27-5

Aug 23, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Twisting Root's last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Twisting Root's on file is from Mar 9, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Twisting Root's?

Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Twisting Root's.

How does Twisting Root's compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Twisting Root's most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Twisting Root's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Twisting Root's have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Twisting Root's 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 Twisting Root's inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Twisting Root's is inspected around two times per year on average.

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