The Roost

9151 W Beaver St, Jacksonville, FL 32220 · Map

12 Admin. complaint

Latest state inspection: Oct. 26, 2026 (Routine - Food)
12 violations (1 high-priority). Administrative complaint recommended: the state may fine the business.

What the inspector found on Oct. 26, 2026

  • High Priority Live, small flying insects found. Eight live flying insects observed in men's restroom near far left urinal. Repeat violation.
  • Intermediate Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No written procedures available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-104. Fixed during the inspection.
  • Intermediate No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses quaternary ammonium for sanitizing. No quaternary ammonium test kit available.
  • Intermediate No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen handwash sink.
  • Intermediate No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at men's restroom and bar handwash sinks. Operator replenished soap at both sinks. Fixed during the inspection.
  • Intermediate Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Interior deflector plate of ice machine has rust. Repeat violation.
  • Intermediate Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with white liquid at front of the bar. Operator identified contents as sealant and labeled the spray bottle. Also, unlabeled spray bottle at far left of the bar with clear liquid. Operator identified contents as vinegar and labeled the spray bottle. Fixed during the inspection. Repeat violation.
  • Basic Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Three carbon dioxide tanks by the bag in box soda rack are unsecured.
  • Basic Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Available printed license expired June 1, 2026.
  • Basic Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door by restrooms has daylight showing at lower left and bottom left threshold. Repeat violation.
  • Basic No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-105 and operator hung poster. Fixed during the inspection.
  • Basic No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee hand washing sign at bar handwash sink.

From the Florida Division of Hotels and Restaurants inspection report. Read the state's report.

How The Roost compares

The state has one inspection of The Roost on file, from Oct. 26, 2026.

Among 11 restaurants inspected in ZIP code 32220 in the past 15 months, the average latest inspection found 6.3 violations, and 2 had none. With 12 violations, The Roost ranks No. 10 of 11 (fewest violations first). Across Northeast Florida, the average is 4.6.

Violation counts include minor (basic) items, so a higher number doesn't always mean a serious problem.

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Inspection history

DateViolationsResult
Oct. 26, 2026 12 Admin. complaint Administrative complaint recommended Routine - Food · 12 violations (1 high-priority, 6 intermediate, 5 basic) · State report
  • High Priority Live, small flying insects found. Eight live flying insects observed in men's restroom near far left urinal. Repeat violation.
  • Intermediate Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. No written procedures available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-104. Fixed during the inspection.
  • Intermediate No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment uses quaternary ammonium for sanitizing. No quaternary ammonium test kit available.
  • Intermediate No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at kitchen handwash sink.
  • Intermediate No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at men's restroom and bar handwash sinks. Operator replenished soap at both sinks. Fixed during the inspection.
  • Intermediate Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. Interior deflector plate of ice machine has rust. Repeat violation.
  • Intermediate Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled spray bottle with white liquid at front of the bar. Operator identified contents as sealant and labeled the spray bottle. Also, unlabeled spray bottle at far left of the bar with clear liquid. Operator identified contents as vinegar and labeled the spray bottle. Fixed during the inspection. Repeat violation.
  • Basic Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Three carbon dioxide tanks by the bag in box soda rack are unsecured.
  • Basic Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Available printed license expired June 1, 2026.
  • Basic Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door by restrooms has daylight showing at lower left and bottom left threshold. Repeat violation.
  • Basic No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster available. Provided DBPR HR 5030-105 and operator hung poster. Fixed during the inspection.
  • Basic No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No employee hand washing sign at bar handwash sink.

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Inspection results are from Florida DBPR's public food service inspection data and are updated every morning. Diners' star rating and review count are from Google Maps. High-priority violations are those that could directly contribute to foodborne illness or injury. An inspection is a snapshot of one visit, and many problems are fixed on the spot. To see the official report, search this business on DBPR's license and inspection lookup (license 2614323). Search another restaurant.