What are the most common violations at Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach?

The most frequently cited violations at Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.

How many health inspections has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach had?

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has had 46 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach find?

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 19 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.

Has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach ever been shut down?

Yes, Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.

What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?

Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

Has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach faced any disciplinary actions?

Yes, Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach

Last inspected: April 15, 2026

1266 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Duval County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Due Amici Restaurateurs INC
DBPR License: SEA2612418

Overview

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has accumulated 442 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Inspectors have recommended administrative complaints six times, with the most recent pattern showing continued violations through 2025. Food contact surfaces, employee health reporting, and ventilation account for the top recurring violations.

Most recent closure: June 13, 2018 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

46Inspections

461Violations

1Closures

$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR: April 15, 2026

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 10 violations / inspection 10 violations per inspection

Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average

This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures

Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach
Date	Reason	Reopened
Jun 13, 2018	Roach activity	11:00:00

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach
Action Date	Case Number	Fine	Violation Date	Enforcement Office
Oct 29, 2018	5--2018032132	$400.00	Jun 13, 2018	Fort Lauderdale

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (46)

2026 — 1 inspection15 violations · 8 high priority

Apr 15, 2026 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

2025 — 2 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority

Oct 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 3, 2025 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

2024 — 3 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority

Nov 21, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jun 26, 2024 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

May 7, 2024 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V36 Proper ventilation

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

2023 — 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority

Jul 12, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Jun 29, 2023 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 2, 2023 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2022 — 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority

Apr 27, 2022 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 18, 2022 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 17, 2022 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

2021 — 3 inspections31 violations · 21 high priority

Sep 14, 2021 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Sep 8, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 24, 2021 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V38 Waste properly disposed

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

2020 — 5 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority

Oct 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 13, 2020 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 20, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 19, 2020 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 14, 2020 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V06 Handwashing facilities

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

2018 — 19 inspections127 violations · 77 high priority

Nov 27, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jul 17, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jul 3, 2018 — Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 28, 2018 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 26, 2018 — Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Jun 16, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 15, 2018 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jun 15, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jun 14, 2018 — Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 14, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jun 13, 2018 — Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 13, 2018 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Jun 12, 2018 — Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 12, 2018 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 11, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V32 Proper sanitizing

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

2017 — 5 inspections17 violations · 9 high priority

Apr 4, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 31, 2017 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 8, 2017 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 8, 2017 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

2016 — 2 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority

Dec 7, 2016 — Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Dec 5, 2016 — Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V05 Handwashing procedures

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach last inspected?: Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
When was Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach last shut down?: Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach was last shut down on June 13, 2018 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach?: The most frequently cited violations at Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach had?: Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has had 46 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach find?: Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 19 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach ever been shut down?: Yes, Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?: Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?: Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?: Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
Has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach faced any disciplinary actions?: Yes, Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach been fined?: Gusto Italian Restaurant in Jacksonville Beach has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.