Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach
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469 Atlantic Blvd Ste 13, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach has compiled a concerning compliance record marked by recurring management failures and multiple formal enforcement actions. Across 18 inspections from May 2022 to March 2026, the facility averaged 5.1 violations per inspection, in line with the statewide average, but high-priority violations appeared in 10 of the 18 inspections, revealing persistent systemic issues. Employee health reporting violations were cited in at least 4 inspections, including the most recent; proper hand and arm washing violations appeared in at least 3 inspections; chemical storage violations in at least 3 inspections; and shell stock handling violations in at least 2 inspections. These patterns indicate recurring failures in foundational food safety practices despite multiple opportunities to correct. The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in $160 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 identified 27 violations (4 high-priority) and prompted an administrative complaint recommendation, the highest enforcement escalation short of emergency closure. The prior inspection on September 22, 2025 also recommended an administrative complaint after 15 violations. However, an inspection on March 31, 2025 showed full compliance with zero violations following a call-back, demonstrating the facility's capacity to meet standards when focused.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2015004485 | $160.00 | Jan 12, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 2 inspections7 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections13 violations · 6 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach last inspected?
- Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach are: Proper sewage disposal, Wiping cloths usage, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach had?
- Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.1 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach find?
- Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 10 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach 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 V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach been fined?
- Arepa Please in Atlantic Beach has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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