The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3
Last inspected: Apr 22, 2026
50
Score
The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. On Apr 22, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around nine violations each.
Looking across the full record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
That's lower than the typical Jacksonville restaurant, which scores around 74. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
8
Inspections
2
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 22, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects found One fly by coffee area
35A-02-7
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On red hose side of splitter **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink by ice bin, employee placed some paper towels **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Old build up on top of dish machine **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean linens stored on floor. Clean linens in box on floor, hallway area, manger placed them on shelf
21-17-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. No thermometer in prep cooler, cook line, employee placed one
05-09-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan by server area **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Too many filters out by coffee machine, manager placed a lid on **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and bows on storage self, plastic liners has holes on it
24-05-4
50
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
May 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Hand sink at bar,
27-17-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid for panko in bulk container
14-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Big pot in storage area, manager inverted it **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By cook line and triple sink, employee cleaned it **Corrected On-Site**
36-22-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Door frame in reach in freezer **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bar cooler **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand sink by ice bin and back prep, also base of rinse sink by dish machine
29-11-4
61
Dec 11, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On hanging hose side, on wrong side of splitter, moved by employee **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. +400 ppm in bucket, test strip tuned bluish, employee diluted it to 300 ppm **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoon in hands in by cook line, employee removed it **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. For bucket **Repeat Violation**
16-33-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Around nozzles **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
16-21-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and bowls **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Container for blue cheese is cracked and lid for ranch is cracked, **Repeat Violation**
14-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan by hand sink next to ice bin
23-03-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Bar cooler **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters on top shelf, employee placed lid in, to go containers in hallway, to go containers in box on floor, manager placed them on shelf **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
41
Apr 16, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One by hand sink next to ice bin
35A-02-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. On green side hose of splitter
29-42-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. +200 ppm chl in bucket, turned almost black and then turned white, diluted by employee, 100 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical sanitizer. For bucket
16-33-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Around nozzles
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Plates and browns in storage area
24-05-4
Basic - Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid cracked for panko
14-38-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. In bar cooler **Repeat Violation**
22-16-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Coffee filters on top shelf by ice bin, operator placed them in bag **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. On prep table, employee discarded it **Corrected On-Site**
21-12-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
16-21-4
37
Dec 8, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/. Ian stated it's expired but could find certificate
53A-03-7
Intermediate - No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
16-62-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand sink at little bar, employee brought some **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler for drinks at bar
22-16-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Employee restroom
32-12-5
67
Jun 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
82
Jan 13, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 on file is from Apr 22, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3.
How does The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?
The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.
Has The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 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 The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cowford Chophouse Level 2-3 is inspected around two times per year on average.
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