Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville
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12961 N Main St Ste 106, Jacksonville, FL 32218Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville has accumulated 270 violations across 24 inspections, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection—more than double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across the facility's inspection history, including recurring citations for employee health reporting, proper hand and arm washing, consumer advisory failures, allergen awareness violations, and management awareness deficiencies. In the most recent inspection on February 6, 2026, inspectors documented 30 violations (2 high-priority, 4 intermediate, 7 basic) and recommended an administrative complaint. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure, but the pattern of escalating enforcement recommendations reflects systemic compliance challenges: the previous five routine inspections (November 2024 through February 2026) all resulted in administrative complaint recommendations, with violation counts ranging from 9 to 42 per inspection. A complaint-based inspection on September 8, 2025 resulted in no violations found.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections18 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections35 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
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Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 6, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville are: Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville had?
- Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 11.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville find?
- Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 6, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Masala Mantra Indian Bistro in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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.
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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).
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