SOUTHERN GROUNDS Health Score — Jacksonville, FL

1671 ATLANTIC BLVD, Jacksonville, FL 32207

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 1
Inspected 8/26/2026
Jacksonville avg 86 / 100
B
84 / 100
Good

Pest-related violations were noted — these can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection.

1 high-risk issue, 1 moderate issue, 6 minor issues found

Inspected August 26, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 32% of restaurants in Jacksonville. The city average ClearScore is 86 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
1
Moderate
1
Minor
6

Violations Found

  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • Moderate Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Minor Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Minor Wiping cloths; clean and soiled linens; laundry facilities
  • Minor Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Minor Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
  • Minor No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof
  • Minor Floors, walls, ceilings and attached equipment properly constructed and clean; rooms and equipment properly vented

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Frequently Asked Questions

SOUTHERN GROUNDS received a ClearScore of 84/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on August 26, 2026. 8 violations were found, including 1 high-risk issue. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

Yes — SOUTHERN GROUNDS's inspection on August 26, 2026 noted pest-related violations, which inspectors classify as a serious concern. In total, 8 violations were recorded: 1 high-risk, 1 moderate, and 6 minor. Pest violations can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection cycle.

SOUTHERN GROUNDS was last inspected on August 26, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

SOUTHERN GROUNDS received a Grade B (ClearScore 84/100) on its most recent inspection. There was 1 high-risk violation noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 8 violations at SOUTHERN GROUNDS: 1. Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS) 2. Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located 3. Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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