TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL Health Score — Jacksonville, FL

8771 US 301, Jacksonville, FL 32234

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 4
Inspected 7/29/2026
Jacksonville avg 86 / 100
D
50 / 100
Concerning

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

This score is in the bottom tier. Most Jacksonville restaurants score 86 or above.

4 high-risk issues, 4 moderate issues, 10 minor issues found

Inspected July 29, 2026 Administrative complaint recommended

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 3% of restaurants in Jacksonville. The city average ClearScore is 86 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
4
Moderate
4
Minor
10

Violations Found

  • High Risk Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory
  • High Risk Time and Temperature Control – potentially hazardous/time/temperature control for safety foods (PH/TCS)
  • High Risk PH/TCS foods properly thawed
  • High Risk Food protection, cross-contamination
  • Moderate Food protection, cross-contamination
  • Moderate Employee health knowledge; ill/symptomatic employee present
  • Moderate Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized ×2
  • Minor Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
  • Minor Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Minor Storage/handling of clean equipment, utensils; air drying
  • Minor Plumbing installed and maintained; mop sink; water filters; backflow prevention
  • Minor Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
  • Minor Garbage and refuse; premises maintained
  • 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
  • Minor Employee personal belongings
  • Minor Chemicals/toxic substances

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Frequently Asked Questions

TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL's inspection on July 29, 2026 resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended. This means inspectors found violations serious enough to warrant formal regulatory action. The restaurant received a ClearScore of 50/100 (Grade D) with 4 high-risk violations among the 18 total issues found.

Yes — TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL's inspection on July 29, 2026 noted pest-related violations, which inspectors classify as a serious concern. In total, 18 violations were recorded: 4 high-risk, 4 moderate, and 10 minor. Pest violations can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection cycle.

TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL was last inspected on July 29, 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.

TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL's ClearScore of 50/100 (Grade D) places it in the bottom 97% of Jacksonville restaurants tracked by ClearCraves. The city average is notably higher. We strongly recommend reviewing the full violation list and checking the DBPR's current records before visiting.

After receiving an administrative complaint recommendation, TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL is required to address the violations found. The DBPR may schedule a follow-up inspection to verify corrections. You can check the current status of TALA BAY SEAFOOD AND GRILL's license directly at myfloridalicense.com.

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