Iso Iso Ramen
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
37
Score
Going back to 2022, Iso Iso Ramen has nine inspections in the public record. Iso Iso Ramen was last inspected on Dec 11, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly eight violations before.
Across the inspection history, “ceiling tile missing” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded five times.
Restaurants in Jacksonville average 74, so Iso Iso Ramen trails the local norm. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food service employee put on gloves without washing hands. Inspector intervened. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-07-5
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap at frontline Hand Wash Sink.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Utensils in Hand Wash Sink by prep line. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at frontline Hand Wash Sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered prepped foods in walk in cooler. Multiple.
08B-12-5
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Frozen plant foods thawing at room temperature. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. 2 wet wipes on counter in : kitchen. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
21-12-4
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 : rear kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling / wall ties above walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee jacket over packed restaurant foods. Dry goods.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink set up in incorrect order. Wash , sanitize . No rinse step. (Provided flyer. )
16-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Tubs of meats on floor. Walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. In use. Utensils stored in Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager for cleaning. **Corrected On-Site**
10-02-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in standing water 74° at prep line.
10-07-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soil residue buildup on exterior of rice cooker.
23-03-4
37
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Table cleaner on front counter. Moved by manager **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Employee used the bathroom and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands upon returning to employee area. Food service employee returned from bathroom and put on gloves for food prep without washing hands second time. Inspector intervened. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-11-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan in kitchen Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
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 : rear kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling tiles missing above walk in cooler door by ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Wash and sanitize step only. No rinse step. ( bulk boiled eggs in 3rd compartment of (Three compartment sink used for cooling. )
16-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Tubs of food on floor in walk in freezer. A bag of cabbage on floor walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In use knives stored between prep equipment. Moved by manager. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Multiple scoops in standing water 82-88°. Frontline. **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered container of sprouts in walk in cooler.
08B-12-5
47
Oct 29, 2024
Routine - Food
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Frozen pork on counter with old food debris. Items washed and placed in clean containers. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Large saucepan in prepline Hand Wash Sink. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at frontline Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at frontline Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Electronic paper towels dispenser not functioning.
31B-05-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Missing ceiling and wall tile by ice machine. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee shoes by food equipment. Rear shelf.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Rolls of raw hamburger on floor in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand Wash sign at frontline Hand Wash Sink. Replaced by manger.
31B-04-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door self closing mechanism disabled.
35B-03-4
Basic - Utensils in poor condition. Chipped laminated bowls used as scoop.
14-12-4
43
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
58
Jan 8, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Large pans not sanitized. Manager intervened. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Following items in walk in cooler: 9 gallons of chicken soup made yesterday : 50°. 52°. 53° 53°. 50°. 50°. 50°. 49°. 50°. 13 pans of cooked ground beef and pork : 48°. 49°. 49° 48°. 48°. 49°. 49° 48°. 48°. 49°. 48°. 49°. 49° 48°. 10 lbs of cooked sliced pork : 50°. 52°. 53°. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Hard boiled eggs in make table at 59°. 60°, 56° 59°. 54° 50°. Placed about 2 hours ago. Items Moved by manager. Following items in walk in cooler: 9 gallons of chicken soup made yesterday : 50°. 52°. 53° 53°. 50°. 50°. 50°. 49°. 50°. 13 pans of cooked ground beef and pork : 48°. 49°. 49° 48°. 48°. 49°. 49° 48°. 48°. 49°. 48°. 49°. 49° 48°. 10 lbs of cooked sliced pork : 50°. 52°. 53°. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Boba beans at 125° at frontline . Reheated to 170°. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottle by cleaned
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Kitchen Hand wash sink blocked by multiple utensils in sink.
31A-09-4
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/ No certified food manager with about 5 food service employees on site
53A-05-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towels at kitchen Hand wash sink by make table.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at kitchen Hand wash sink by make table
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Soiled deflector plate in ice machine located: rear kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Missing ceiling tiles by walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-34-5
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. Walk in cooler with loose fitting insulation gasket on door.
14-74-7
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Multiple employee jackets over food equipment and or Packaged foods. **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Multiple knives between equipment. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing Hand wash sign at Hand wash sink by kitchen make table
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons in standing water 74°. Moved by manager **Repeat Violation**
10-07-4
21
Jul 24, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Con of WD40 above rear prep table. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment license expired 06/01/2023
50-17-3
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 tile missing. Missing ceiling tiles above and side of walk in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employees cell phone on prep table. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food service employees with bracelets/ large jewelry. **Repeat Violation**
13-07-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between equipment at frontline coolers. **Repeat Violation**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons in standing water 80°. Moved by manager
10-07-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing Hand wash sign at frontline Hand wash sink.
31B-04-4
52
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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. No proof of any employee training available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-01-25: At callback :time needed to obtain. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-28: At todays callback : no proof of any employee training available. Incomplete records. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
90
Nov 2, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer available.
05-08-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Missing chemical test strips.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Missing paper towel at some Hand Wash Sinks.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Missing soap at some Hand Wash Sinks.
31B-03-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles sagging by kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. Drain covers missing under Three compartment sink.
29-18-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor in walk in cooler.
36-22-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Dust and debris on floors.
36-73-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Establishment has no choke poster. Emailed copy.
51-13-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing Hand Wash Signs at some Hand Wash Sinks.
31B-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Iso Iso Ramen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Iso Iso Ramen on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Iso Iso Ramen?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling tile missing” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Iso Iso Ramen.
How does Iso Iso Ramen compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
Iso Iso Ramen most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has Iso Iso Ramen's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Iso Iso Ramen have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Iso Iso Ramen 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 Iso Iso Ramen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Iso Iso Ramen is inspected around three times per year on average.
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