How many health inspections has TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS had?

TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS has had 34 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS ever been shut down?

Yes, TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS has been shut down 2 times by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS?

The most frequently cited violations at TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.

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

DISEASE TRANSMISSION: Without a written employee health policy, sick food workers transmit Norovirus (20 million US cases/year), Hepatitis A (causes liver failure), Salmonella, Shigella, and E. coli O157:H7. CDC estimates 40% of restaurant outbreaks involve ill food workers. A single infected employee can contaminate food for thousands of customers. Maintain written employee health policy addressing: reporting of symptoms (vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever), diagnosed illnesses (Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, Shigella, E. coli), exclusion and restriction criteria, and return-to-work requirements. Train all employees on policy at hiring and annually.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS

6037 MERRILL RD, Jacksonville, FL 32277

Duval County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: JAX PREMIUM FOODS LLC · License: SEA2600959

TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS in Jacksonville, FL has 34 inspections on record with 311 total violations (9.1 per inspection) and 2 emergency closures.

34Inspections

311Violations

2Closures

Data current as of February 28, 2025

Emergency Closures (2)

Emergency closure history for TUNIS SEAFOOD WINGS AND SUBS
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 18, 2023	Roach activity	N/A
Aug 11, 2020	Sewage leaks	14:43:00

Inspection History (34)

Feb 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Oct 8, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Oct 20, 2023 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces