Clay County — Food Safety Records
Clay County, Florida has 324 food establishments with 6,912 inspections on record. 8 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83%, below the state average of 85.8%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Dunkin Donuts in Middleburg, shut down June 11, 2026 for no restrooms.
Largest fine: $1,240 assessed to Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill II in Orange Park on July 27, 2026.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated August 2026.
Clay County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Clay County
83%
Pass Rate
83%
Florida Average
85.8%
Pass Rate
85.8%
Clay County
5.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Clay County
2.47
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.47
Florida Average
2
Closures per 100 Facilities
2
Clay County Restaurants: Recent Closures (1)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin Donuts | Middleburg | No restrooms |
Clay County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin Donuts #351302 | Fleming Island | 8 | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers | Orange Park | 8 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Texas Roadhouse | Orange Park | 6 (1 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Orange Buffet | Orange Park | 11 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chili’s Grill & Bar | Orange Park | 4 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill | Orange Park | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Whataburger #973 | Orange Park | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Taco Bell 2132035 | Fleming Island | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Fire Wok | Orange Park | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Subway #17485 | Keystone Heights | 0 | Call Back - Complied |
Clay County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 49,844 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 48,617 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 48,563 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 48,537 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 47,377 |
Clay County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2026 | Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill II | $1,240 | 5--2026038762 |
| Nov 13, 2025 | Yummy Yummy Caribbean Food | $800 | 5--2025048331 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | China Wok | $800 | 5--2025067150 |
| Jun 11, 2026 | 4 Rivers Smokehouse | $800 | 5--2026033574 |
| May 19, 2026 | No-manches | $560 | 5--2026026717 |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Saigon Wok | $400 | 5--2025065011 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 | $400 | 5--2025091328 |
| Jul 7, 2026 | Palermo Puerto Rican Kitchen | $400 | 5--2026039278 |
| Jun 24, 2026 | Corky Bell's Seafood & Steaks | $400 | 5--2026038796 |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Aron's Pizza | $400 | 5--2025072818 |
Clay County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 96 |
| Other fire safety violation | 69 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 55 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 20 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 13 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 10 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 5 |
Clay County: Notable Restaurants
Noodles N Boba
43 inspections
370 violations
4 closures
Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill II
32 inspections
272 violations
4 closures
Sunrise to Sunset
51 inspections
258 violations
3 closures
Tequila and Acordeon Mexican Restaurant
48 inspections
434 violations
2 closures
Op Fish House & Oyster Bar
47 inspections
308 violations
1 closures
Orange Buffet
46 inspections
454 violations
1 closures
Clay County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 10 | 738 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 9 | 680 | 4 |
| Subway | 8 | 450 | 3 |
| Wendys | 6 | 566 | 0 |
| Burger King | 6 | 437 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 5 | 337 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 4 | 496 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 4 | 341 | 1 |
| Dominos | 4 | 279 | 0 |
| Sonic Drive-in | 3 | 517 | 1 |
Clay County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Clay County?
- Clay County, Florida has 324 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Clay County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Clay County is 83%. The Florida state average is 85.8%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Clay County this year?
- 8 food establishments in Clay County have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Clay County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Clay County are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Clay County?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Clay County with 10 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Clay County?
- Dunkin Donuts in Middleburg was shut down on June 11, 2026 for no restrooms.
- How does Clay County compare to the Florida state average?
- Clay County has a pass rate of 83%, which is 2.8 percentage points below the state average of 85.8%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Clay County?
- Food establishments in Clay County have an average of 21.3 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Clay County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Clay County have been assessed $53,880 in fines across 109 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $508 and the largest single fine was $1,800.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Clay County restaurants?
- 268 fire safety violations have been documented across 133 food establishments in Clay County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Clay County Restaurants & Food Establishments (317)
Grumpy's
1805 BLANDING BLVD, Middleburg
16 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Feb 2026Tnt Lounge & Liquors
5406 CR 218, Middleburg
15 inspections · 73 violations · Last: Feb 2026Dunkin Donuts Pc #359038
101 WALKER DR W, Keystone Heights
17 inspections · 72 violations · Last: Aug 2026Foo Wong Garden
1206 PARK AVE, Orange Park
20 inspections · 71 violations · Last: Jan 2026Taco Bell 2132035
1635 CR 220, Fleming Island
23 inspections · 69 violations · Last: Aug 2026La Escondida
186 ARORA BLVD, Orange Park
12 inspections · 68 violations · Last: Feb 2026Firehouse Subs #0008
2285 KINGSLEY AVE SUITE B, Orange Park
13 inspections · 67 violations · Last: Dec 2025Tropical Smoothie Cafe
266 BLANDING BLVD #2, Orange Park
15 inspections · 66 violations · Last: Aug 2025Arby's #870
1691 WELLS RD, Orange Park
16 inspections · 65 violations · Last: Jun 2026Skate Station
230 BLANDING BLVD, Orange Park
14 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Nov 2025Subway
1580 BRANAN FIELD RD, Middleburg
18 inspections · 63 violations · Last: Jan 2026Benito's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria
2219 COUNTY RD 220 STE 317, Middleburg
10 inspections · 62 violations · Last: May 2026Poke Bowl
1647 CR 220 #102, Fleming Island
10 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jul 2026Big Daddys Sub Shop
1330 BLANDING BLVD #165, Orange Park
18 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jul 2026Burger King #25650
535 N ORANGE AVE, Green Cove Springs
17 inspections · 62 violations · Last: Jan 2026Subway #17485
7380 SR 100 5, Keystone Heights
18 inspections · 61 violations · Last: Aug 2026Wendy's #402
1575 ISLAND LN, Fleming Island
24 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Feb 2026Whataburger #973
289 BLANDING BLVD, Orange Park
12 inspections · 58 violations · Last: Aug 2026Magic Flavor
1600 IDLEWILD AVE, Green Cove Springs
17 inspections · 57 violations · Last: Jan 2026McDonald's #23434
561 PLANTATION DR, Middleburg
13 inspections · 56 violations · Last: Sep 2025