When was Cavern in Jacksonville last inspected?

Cavern in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Cavern in Jacksonville?

The most frequently cited violations at Cavern in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Premises clean.

How many health inspections has Cavern in Jacksonville had?

Cavern in Jacksonville has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Cavern in Jacksonville find?

Cavern in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Cavern in Jacksonville ever been shut down?

No, Cavern in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.

What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?

Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.

Has Cavern in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Cavern in Jacksonville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Has Cavern in Jacksonville operated under other names?

Yes, this location previously operated as: Jax Craft Beer (2022).

Cavern in Jacksonville

Last inspected: May 6, 2026

9825 San Jose Blvd 18, Jacksonville, FL 32257

Duval County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Thoughts 2 Things INC
DBPR License: SEA2615866
Previously: Jax Craft Beer (2022)

Overview

Cavern in Jacksonville averaged 2.8 violations per inspection across 12 inspections since 2022, performing well below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has not been emergency-closed. However, the most recent complaint inspection on March 6, 2026 documented significant employee health policy violations and a handwashing violation, resulting in a warning issued. Fire safety violations were also cited, including a lack of hood suppression system for cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors on that same date, and improper propane tank storage inside the building on February 24, 2022. Prior inspections showed inconsistent compliance: a January 29, 2026 routine inspection documented three chemical storage violations, while an August 7, 2025 routine inspection resulted in no violations and a call-back compliance confirmation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

14Inspections

41Violations

0Closures

2Fire

Last inspected DBPR: May 6, 2026

Cavern in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 2.9 violations / inspection 2.9 violations per inspection

Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Cavern in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

2026 — 1 fire violation

Mar 6, 2026 — Complaint Partial · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Establishment has expanded menu to include cooking of hamburgers/burgers. Also offers cooked to order.

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

2022 — 1 fire violation

Feb 24, 2022 — Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Large propane tank in rear of Establishment by walk in cooler.

Cavern in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)

2026 — 4 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority

May 6, 2026 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

May 6, 2026 — Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 6, 2026 — Complaint Partial· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 29, 2026 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

2025 — 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority

Aug 7, 2025 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jun 6, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 10, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

2024 — 4 inspections12 violations

Dec 6, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 25, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Aug 13, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

Jun 11, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

V51 Premises clean

2023 — 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority

Apr 4, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V11 Food in good condition

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

2022 — 1 inspection1 violations

Feb 24, 2022 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

2020 — 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority

Jul 28, 2020 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Cavern in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cavern in Jacksonville last inspected?: Cavern in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Cavern in Jacksonville?: The most frequently cited violations at Cavern in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Clean multi-use utensils, Premises clean.
How many health inspections has Cavern in Jacksonville had?: Cavern in Jacksonville has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Cavern in Jacksonville find?: Cavern in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on May 6, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Cavern in Jacksonville ever been shut down?: No, Cavern in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?: Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?: Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
Has Cavern in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Cavern in Jacksonville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Cavern in Jacksonville operated under other names?: Yes, this location previously operated as: Jax Craft Beer (2022).