University Diner
Last inspected: Jan 5, 2026
39
Score
The health department has logged 13 inspections at University Diner, the earliest from 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 5, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 12 violations lately compared to roughly seven violations before.
Looking across the full record, “ready-to-eat” is the recurring theme, flagged nine times.
That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
13
Inspections
3
Critical latest
2
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 5, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Cook on line cracked eggs with gloved hands and then grabbed cooked bacon and placed on plate
12A-27-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Opened bagged shrimp over bagged okra Pan on raw Philly steak over bagged potato fries In glass freezer in kitchen
08A-02-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pepper jack50 swiss 51and shredded cheese 50
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used hand sink to rinse out white container that had stewed tomatoes inside
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Coleslaw, meatloaf, cooked ground beef **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. cup in stored In powdered sugar
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored next to clean plates and bags of open bread over flip top cooler
40-06-5
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter scooper in water 76f
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handsink in back dish washer area
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. White substance in clear container, employee stated it's powder sugar
02D-01-5
39
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee cut a strawberry and a banana and placed fruit bowl with barehand to serve. Handled cooked bacon and made sandwiches
09-01-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pan of raw fish over bagged Cole slaw mix
08A-05-6
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. Cooked can corn, sliced bulk meat
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwashing sink in back storage area near ice machine used to store water hose
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Handsink on line in kitchen missing paper towels
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Handsink in back storage area near ice machine
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Stewed okra, cooked ground beef.
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup stored in strewed okra as a scooper
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Fan covers in walk in cooler soiled with dust
23-24-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Duct Used inside large ice machine
14-71-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Back storage ice machine area glass bulbs uncovered over bread holding area
38-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -Back handsink near back prep area dishwasher area -Handsink near ice machine in back storage area
31B-04-4
Basic - Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Red sanitizer bucket stored on top of 3 door flip top cooler next to handsink in kitchen
21-44-1
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 3 door flip top cooler next to handsink in kitchen with standing water at bottom of cooler
29-49-6
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe on handsink in kitchen near flat top stove water leaking from drain pipe
29-11-4
30
Jan 23, 2025
Complaint Full
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 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. Diced ham **Repeat Violation**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handsink next to coffee station used as a dump sink icee inside, manger melted ice **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
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. 2 new employees no proof of being informed
11-26-1
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tuna salad, chicken salad, egg salad. Diced tomatoes, cooled pork **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Over drink station
36-36-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Dust Soiled fan covers in walk in cooler
23-24-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink over prep line cooler,removed **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on line, moved **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Manager closed **Corrected On-Site**
33-16-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handle on cold water side of handsink not turning on at line near flat top grill **Repeat Violation**
29-08-4
50
Sep 16, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter on line 77f, provided time as public health form
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tuna salad, chicken salad, coleslaw. Manager labeled **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cups stored in seasoning black pepper and granulated garlic
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Fan covers in walk in cooler
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored on shelf over toaster, moved to store correctly **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Pans of breakfast potatoes on floor of walk in cooler, manager placed on shelf **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Triple sink faucet spraying out when water is running. Handsink on cook line one handle doesn't turn on.
29-08-4
61
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Coleslaw,salsa, chicken salad, and tuna salad. In walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-22: Okra and tomatoes, sliced turkey, chili meat **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. White and black soiled growth on shelves in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-22: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of vegetables,biscuits and pork carnitas meat on walk in freezer floor. Case of eggs and container of breakfast potatoes on walk in cooler floor - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-22: Case of case of eggs stored on walk in cooler floor **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
82
Apr 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over pickles and tomatoes in walk in Cooler
08A-05-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppms chlorine at dish machine
22-41-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Coleslaw,salsa, chicken salad, and tuna salad. In walk in cooler
02C-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. Emailed to print
11-27-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. 2 oz Cup in ground pepper seasoning in back storage area
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. White and black soiled growth on shelves in walk in cooler
23-24-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Personal drink in foam cup stored on prep area where biscuits are stored next to fryer Personal drinks in foam cups and bottled stored over cooler on line
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone stored over toaster on line.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Cook on line wearing watch.
13-07-4
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Cases of vegetables,biscuits and pork carnitas meat on walk in freezer floor. Case of eggs and container of breakfast potatoes on walk in cooler floor
08B-47-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
43
Nov 1, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine chlorine 0 ppm. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : Dish Machine chlorine 0ppm **Admin Complaint**
22-45-4
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. make table/Reach in cooler opposite fryer : Sliced cheese 47. Cut tomato 47 50. Pasta 55. Tuna 55. Diced chicken 50. Lettuce 50 . Ham 50 (Items since last night. ) Over-stacked : sliced cheese 55. Cut tomato 50 make table opposite grill . Items Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : whipped butter 50° , cooked sausage 50° in Reach in cooler opposite fryer Cooked sausage 70° cooked sausage links 70° by cookline. . Per Person In Charge , items placed about 6:30 am. Items Moved by manager. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person In Charge unaware of proper cold holding temperatures for Time Temperature Controlled for safety foods. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : no certified food manager on site. NOTE: 61C-4.023(1) FAC: (1) Each licensed establishment shall have a minimum of one certified food protection manager responsible for all periods of operation. When four or more employees, at one time, are engaged in the storage, preparation or serving of food in a licensed establishment, there shall be at least one certified food protection manager present at all times when said activities are taking place. **Time Extended**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : no chemical test strips available. **Time Extended**
16-37-1
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate as scoop In potatoes in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : no change. **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen. Rear prep line. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : Time needed to clean. **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Loose , missing ceiling tiles kitchen , dry goods. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : Time needed to clean. **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cups at frontline stored under paper towels. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : no change. **Time Extended**
24-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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. Reach in cooler opposite fryer. Cooler gaskets not tiger fitting. - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : no change. whipped butter 50° , cooked sausage 50° in Reach in cooler opposite fryer. Cooler gaskets not tight fitting. **Time Extended** **Time Extended**
14-74-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors ,. Multiple areas kitchen. Rear prep. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : Time needed to clean. **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at pipe at Dish Machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: At callback : no change. **Time Extended**
29-11-4
43
Oct 27, 2023
Routine - Food
6 critical violations. 3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Dish Machine chlorine 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Tray of sliced cheese date marked 10/16 and 10/19 in walk in cooler. **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Sliced cheese 47°. Cut tomato 47° 50°. Pasta 55°. Tuna 55°. Diced chicken 50°. Lettuce 50° . Ham 50° (Items since last night. ) **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. make table/Reach in cooler opposite fryer : Sliced cheese 47°. Cut tomato 47° 50°. Pasta 55°. Tuna 55°. Diced chicken 50°. Lettuce 50° . Ham 50° (Items since last night. ) Over-stacked : sliced cheese 55°. Cut tomato 50° make table opposite grill . Items Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. At about 8:30am : Greens 90°. Beans 110°. Cheese sauce 90°. Mash potatoes 80°. Chili 100°. Reheating. Per Person In Charge , items placed at about 6-6:30. Inspector intervened . Had items reheated to 170-175 immediately. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03E-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At shelf by cookline Sausage links : 110°. Sausage Patties 90° 100° Placed 30 mins before. Reheated to 175°. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available. **Warning**
05-08-4
Intermediate - Certified food manager unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Person In Charge unaware of proper cold holding temperatures for Time Temperature Controlled for safety foods. **Warning**
53A-10-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test strips available. **Warning**
16-37-1
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. Reach in cooler opposite fryer. Cooler gaskets not tiger fitting.
14-74-7
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors ,. Multiple areas kitchen. Rear prep. **Warning**
36-73-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen fish thawing in kitchen room temperature. **Warning**
06-01-5
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at pipe at Dish Machine. **Warning**
29-11-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 1 wet wipes on counter in : prep line. **Warning**
21-12-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plate as scoop In potatoes in cooler. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled counters and shelves in kitchen. Rear prep line. **Warning**
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Loose , missing ceiling tiles kitchen , dry goods. **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cups at frontline stored under paper towels. **Warning**
24-05-4
19
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Stewed okra, coleslaw, cooked breakfast potatoes in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Still no dates **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Still not cleaned **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer case of biscuits on floor Walk in cooler container of breakfast potatoes on floor Walk in cooler case of eggs on floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Walk in cooler case of eggs still on floor Walk in freezer case of biscuits still on floor Walk in freezer case of vegetables on floor **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in brown sugar in back prep area Bowl stored in okra stew in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: Still in powdered sugar **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-10: Cup in powered sugar, black pepper, garlic powered, oregano and brown sugar **Time Extended**
14-01-5
78
May 8, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Stewed okra, coleslaw, cooked breakfast potatoes in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
02C-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in brown sugar in back prep area Bowl stored in okra stew in walk in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: Still in powdered sugar **Time Extended**
14-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
36-34-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open personal Bottle water and foam cup on plating station next to fryers **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: Foam cup still on table **Time Extended**
12B-07-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer case of biscuits on floor Walk in cooler container of breakfast potatoes on floor Walk in cooler case of eggs on floor **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
08B-47-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 3 door cooler on line near handsink **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-05-08: **Time Extended**
29-49-6
52
May 5, 2023
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Warning**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Stewed okra, coleslaw, cooked breakfast potatoes in walk in cooler **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Walk in freezer case of biscuits on floor Walk in cooler container of breakfast potatoes on floor Walk in cooler case of eggs on floor **Warning**
08B-47-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open personal Bottle water and foam cup on plating station next to fryers **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 4 dead roaches under prep table where waffle maker is stored 4 dead roaches under rolling cart where toaster is store 2 dead roaches in back dry storage area 2 dead roaches at back handsink 4 dead roaches under mop sink 5 dead roaches in back dish area **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in brown sugar in back prep area Bowl stored in okra stew in walk in cooler **Warning**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Walk in cooler fan covers soiled **Warning**
36-34-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. 3 door cooler on line near handsink **Warning**
29-49-6
50
Oct 6, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Frequently Asked Questions
When was University Diner last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at University Diner on file is from Jan 5, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at University Diner?
Across the inspection record, “ready-to-eat” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at University Diner.
How does University Diner compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
University Diner most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has University Diner's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at University Diner have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly seven earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at University Diner means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is University Diner inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, University Diner is inspected around four times per year on average.
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