Thirst Lounge

142 Mccargo St N, Jacksonville, FL 32220
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: May 19, 2025
52
Score
High Risk

The inspection history at Thirst Lounge is still short, with only two visits logged. Thirst Lounge was last inspected on May 19, 2025. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around one violation to closer to eight violations.

Looking across the full record, “no probe thermometer provided to measure temperature” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Compared to other Jacksonville restaurants (averaging 74), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

2
Inspections
1
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
May 19, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/ Conducting license inspection today, plans do not matter. Unable to issue license but establishment is open and operating. **Warning**
50-08-7
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Owner provided paper towels. Also, no paper towels provided in women's restroom. **Corrective Action Taken**
31B-02-4
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/. Establishment removed bathroom in kitchen and moved mop sink/water heater into old bathroom next to handwash sink in kitchen. **Warning**
51-16-7
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment does not have probe thermometer.
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Two ceiling tiles in disrepair next to hood vent system in kitchen.
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup up in silver stand up reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. In storage room in kitchen to go boxes stored on floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In both women's restrooms no covered receptacle provided.
32-12-6
52
Oct 22, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No prove thermometer.
05-08-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Thirst Lounge last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Thirst Lounge on file is from May 19, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Thirst Lounge?

Across the inspection record, “no probe thermometer provided to measure temperature” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Thirst Lounge.

How does Thirst Lounge compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Thirst Lounge most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Thirst Lounge's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Thirst Lounge have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Thirst Lounge 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.