First Watch #0449
Last inspected: Dec 29, 2025
90
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at First Watch #0449 stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 29, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around one violation, down from roughly five violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to the broader Jacksonville restaurant scene, where the average is 74, this is a stronger showing. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 29, 2025
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several containers wet nesting in clean dish ware area.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Butter scoops in water in crockpot at 96F. Person in charge removed and moved to steam well. **Corrected On-Site**
10-07-4
90
Oct 21, 2025
Complaint Partial
1 minor violation.
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Basic - Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook on line with beard without beard guard. Person in charge had cook don guard during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
13-04-4
95
Jul 2, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Jul 1, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale. One pasteurized shell egg on line with cracked shell. Person in charge discarded.
01B-14-4
High Priority - Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat raw animal food, such as hamburgers, steak and sushi covered under a consumer advisory. On speed rack in walk in cooler raw bacon on sheet pans stored over package of smoked salmon. Person in charge moved to correct location. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-16-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee with expired training.
53B-14-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on floor behind ovens in kitchen. Person in charge discarded. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
35A-03-4
64
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Pancake batter made with pasteurized egg and evaporated milk at 51F. Stored above fill line at make line. Person in charge moved to reach in cooler to rapidly chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One employee working at establishment for 3 months with FHC training, not an approved program.
53B-03-5
Basic - Sanitizer stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed sanitizing wipes stored on shelf with bananas above make line. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
21-44-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans in clean dishware area wet nesting.
24-08-4
70
Aug 15, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed package of chemical on lid of powdered sugar on cook line. Person in charge moved to appropriate location. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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. Observed employee handle soiled dishes then handle clean plates with no hand wash. Person in charge spoke to employee during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-13-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach by back door. Person in charge cleaned and removed. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets and door frames on reach in cooler on cook line egg station.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed multiple containers either old labels and old label residue in clean dish area.
16-46-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed avocados sliced in half in reach in cooler by egg station with stickers still attached.
08B-39-4
61
Mar 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
74
Oct 31, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Black beans with discard date of 10/29.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lox at 56F, lettuce at 47F in fliptop for less than 4 hours above fill line. Person in charge moved to drawers below. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in front hand wash sink. Items were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor and wall with accumulation under dishmachine.
36-73-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed several items wet nesting at clean dishware storage.
24-08-4
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket at 0ppm. Person in charge discarded. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-08-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed old label residue on multiple dishes at clean dishware area.
16-46-4
55
Mar 8, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. sliced gruyere cheese (46F - Cold Holding) in top of reach-in cooler next to waffle bakers. Observed part of cheese stored higher than fill line of pan. Operator placed cheese in bottom of reach-in cooler to chill. Also, pancake batter (45F - Cold Holding) in bottom of reach-in cooler next to waffle bakers. Operator stated employee left batter out for a short time when filling the pancake gun. Operator stated batter will stay in cooler to chill. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hand wash sink in women's restroom unable to reach a minimum temperature of 100F.
27-16-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Multiple portable cutting boards on cook line and on shelf below prep table soiled/ stained. Operatorstated new cutting boards have been ordered**Repeat Violation** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Clean silverware stored on table next to office waiting to be wrapped/ rolled stored with food contact surface up. Operator inverted silverware
24-18-4
67
Oct 13, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was First Watch #0449 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at First Watch #0449 on file is from Dec 29, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at First Watch #0449?
Across the inspection record, “equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at First Watch #0449.
How does First Watch #0449 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
First Watch #0449 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has First Watch #0449's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at First Watch #0449 have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at First Watch #0449 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 First Watch #0449 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, First Watch #0449 is inspected around three times per year on average.
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