Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
13770 Beach Blvd Ste 9, Jacksonville, FL 32224Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville has accumulated 305 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Recent enforcement activity intensified in early 2025, with consecutive inspections in February citing 16 violations across four visits, including multiple high-priority violations. Top recurring issues include food contact surface violations, employee health reporting failures, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: September 14, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
7.6
violations / inspection
7.6 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
Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016043563 | $400.00 | Sep 14, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale |
Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 2, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville was last shut down on September 14, 2016 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 Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville had?
- Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville find?
- Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 2, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville been fined?
- Mambos Cuban Cafe in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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