THE MELTING POT
7860 GATE PKWY · JACKSONVILLE · Duval County · FL 32256
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
6 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 3
01B-01-4High Priority – Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed three cans of raspberry sauce with dent along seams. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-20-5High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In entree station makeline observed raw chicken over raw fish. Person in charge moved to correct location. **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed salsa made in house dated 10/28. Green goddess contains sour cream 10/28. Ranch dated 10/21. Gorgonzola sauce made 10/22. Salsa made in house 10/28.
Intermediate 1
27-16-4Intermediate – Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Water shut off at left side hand wash sink in men's restroom. Person in charge states is due to leak. Has parts on order. **Corrective Action Taken**
Basic 2
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor at bar area with debris buildup.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Front of keg reach in cooler at bar and front of salad cooler in kitchen with debris buildup on exterior where door meets unit.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 18, 2026 8:09 AM.
Violation category totals
2 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
1 observation(s)
Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.