Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park

Last inspected:

19 E Main St, Avon Park, FL 338253942
Overview

Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park averaged 6.3 violations per inspection across 22 inspections from 2023 to February 2026, exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2 by roughly 21 percent. The facility has not been emergency-closed but has received multiple warnings, including a formal warning on September 23, 2025 following an inspection that cited 4 high-priority violations: management awareness failures (2 citations), shell stock requirements, and consumer advisory violations. Hand washing violations appeared in at least 4 inspections (December 2023, March 2024, September 2023, and February 2026), and shell stock requirement violations recurred across at least 5 inspections, indicating ongoing compliance gaps in seafood handling and employee hygiene practices. Proper cooking temperature violations were cited in at least 3 inspections. The most recent inspection on February 26, 2026 found 18 violations including a high-priority finding for improper hand and arm washing, and was completed with no further action. The facility has also accumulated three fire safety violations related to missing boiler insurance inspector reports and certificates (September 23 and 24, 2025, and May 2, 2025).

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
139Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park: Comparison to Highlands County Averages

This Facility 6.3 violations / inspection 6.3 violations per inspection
Highlands County Avg 5.62 violations / inspection 5.62 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Highlands County Avg 0.25 closures / facility 0.25 county average

Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 3 fire violations

— Routine - Food · Call Back - Complied

Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Jurisdiction 097865 3/22/25, 057118 3/22/25 Operator called State Fire and they will send the most current report. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-09-24: **Time Extended**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · Warning Issued

Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Jurisdiction 097865 3/22/25, 057118 3/22/25 Operator called State Fire and they will send the most current report. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: No current insurance inspector boiler report or boiler certificate available for boiler. For reporting purposes only. Boiler boiler reports expired 057118 3/22/25 and 097865 3/22/25.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (10) Heating and ventilation - The heating and ventilation system shall be kept in good repair or be installed to maintain a minimum of 68 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the building. The insurance inspectors boiler report is required annually for power boilers and high pressure/high temperature boilers and biannually for low pressure steam or vapor heating boilers and shall be posted in the boiler room. For reporting purposes only.

Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
— 3 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V16 Proper cooking temps
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
— 3 inspections16 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V11 Food in good condition
V12 Shell stock requirements
V24 Toxic substance control
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V10 Approved food source
V13 Parasite destruction
V22 Consumer advisory
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting
V53 Outer openings protected
— 2 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V32 Proper sanitizing
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control
— 1 inspection5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V21 Time as control

Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park last inspected?
Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park?
The most frequently cited violations at Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park are: Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park had?
Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park find?
Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park was most recently inspected on February 26, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park ever been shut down?
No, Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
Has Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Jacaranda Restaurant in Avon Park has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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