Abstrakt Filipino Essence
Last inspected: Nov 5, 2025
78
Score
Going back to 2023, Abstrakt Filipino Essence has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 5, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.
Compared to the broader Jacksonville restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed Non-food grade paper towel in contact with cut onions stored in reach in cooler on cook line. Manager removed paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
14-86-1
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop in water at 130F. Manager removed scoop until water reaches 135 and above. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
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
78
Jul 2, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for lemons.
14-86-1
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer stored near dishes. Employee removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed large amount of dish ware not inverted on front counter of kitchen. Manager will place dead plate on top of stacks. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-05-4
70
Dec 5, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
82
Jul 9, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. Observed chemical dishwasher machine at 0ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no hand soap at hand sink near ware washing area. Manager provided hand soap for hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed freezer door gasket soiled located across from warehouse washing area.
23-03-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee beverage in stand alone cooler with food served to public. Manager removed and stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
70
Jan 23, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter installed at mop sink without back flow device on non chemical side of splitter. Manager removed splitter stating they do not need it. **Corrected On-Site**
29-42-4
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. Observed Establishment without 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. Inspector provided copy of written procedures on vomiting and diarrhea clean up. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed CO2 tank near ware washing area not adequately secured. Manager secured CO2 tank. **Corrected On-Site**
51-11-4
74
Sep 27, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef broth (48F) stored in ice at room temperature next to the stove on cook line. Manager stated broth was taking out of the cooler and placed on ice approximately 3 hours ago. Manager placed broth inside main prep cooler. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Fish not held frozen before, during and after being packaged onsite using a reduced oxygen packaging method. See stop sale. Found unfrozen raw salmon in sealed ROP packaging in main glass door prep stand alone cooler on cook line. Manager stated ROP packaging is done onsite. Asked manager to discarded salmon. See stop sale. **Warning**
03G-04-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over ready to eat garnishes in main glass door prep stand alone cooler on cook line. Manager properly separated and stored food. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. House made kimchee prepared on 7/11/23 stored in glass door prep reach in cooler on cook line House made flan prepared on 7/14/23 stored in dessert display cooler in server station Food not consume with in 7 days after preparation. Manager discarded food. **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Found unfrozen raw salmon in sealed ROP packaging in main glass door prep stand alone cooler on cook line. Manager stated ROP packaging is done onsite. Asked manager to discarded salmon **Warning**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - Establishment packaging time/temperature control for safety food using a reduced oxygen method that does not control the growth of and toxin formation of C. botulinum and the growth of Listeria monocytogenes. Establishment does not have an approved variance from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment conducts ROP packing onsite for cooked pork, cooked pork belly and cooked chicken. Food are date marked and held for 7 days. Establishment does not have an approve variance. **Warning**
03G-43-1
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Approved plans are not accurate. Operator added a dessert station and a beverage station in the front service counter by the pos system. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment conducts ROP packing onsite for cooked pork, cooked pork belly, cooked chicken, raw beef, raw pork, and raw chicken. Food are date marked and held for 7 days. Establishment does not have an approve haccp plan. **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Multiple tongs stored on oven door handle on cook line.
10-20-4
33
Jan 27, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
95
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Abstrakt Filipino Essence last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Abstrakt Filipino Essence on file is from Nov 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Abstrakt Filipino Essence?
Across the inspection record, “non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Abstrakt Filipino Essence.
How does Abstrakt Filipino Essence compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Abstrakt Filipino Essence most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Abstrakt Filipino Essence's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Abstrakt Filipino Essence have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Abstrakt Filipino Essence 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 Abstrakt Filipino Essence inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Abstrakt Filipino Essence is inspected around three times per year on average.
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