Clay County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Clay County, Florida has 400 food establishments with 6,877 inspections on record. 11 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83%, below the state average of 85.9%. Inspections average 5.5 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Dunkin Donuts in Middleburg, shut down June 11, 2026 for no restrooms.
Largest fine: $800 assessed to Yummy Yummy Caribbean Food in Orange Park on November 13, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated June 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noodles N Boba | Orange Park | 43 | 370 | 4 |
| Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill II | Orange Park | 32 | 272 | 4 |
| Sunrise to Sunset | Green Cove Springs | 51 | 258 | 3 |
| El Mariachi Mexican Grill | Orange Park | 36 | 255 | 3 |
| Dunkin Donuts | Middleburg | 23 | 109 | 3 |
Clay County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Clay County
83%
Pass Rate
83%
Florida Average
85.9%
Pass Rate
85.9%
Clay County
5.5
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.5
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Clay County
2.75
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.75
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Clay County Restaurants: Recent Closures (5)
| Date | Business | City | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunkin Donuts | Middleburg | No restrooms | |
| Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill II | Orange Park | Rodent activity | |
| Palermo Puerto Rican Kitchen | Orange Park | Rodent activity | |
| Corky Bell's Seafood & Steaks | Fleming Island | Rodent activity | |
| 4 Rivers Smokehouse | Orange Park | Fly activity |
Clay County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Boys Pizza | Keystone Heights | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| El Mariachi Mexican Grill | Orange Park | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Checkers Restaurant | Orange Park | 2 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Anejo Cocina Mexicana | Middleburg | 7 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Noodles N Boba | Orange Park | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Lolas Filipino Cafe & Mini Store | Orange Park | 16 (9 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| El Mariachi Mexican Grill | Orange Park | 13 (6 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Verde Vida | Middleburg | 11 (4 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Ra-moon Thai & Sushi Restaurant | Orange Park | 4 (2 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Taco Bell | Middleburg | 3 (1 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2025 | Yummy Yummy Caribbean Food | $800 | 5--2025048331 |
| Oct 23, 2025 | China Wok | $800 | 5--2025067150 |
| Jul 30, 2025 | 4 Rivers Smokehouse | $600 | 5--2025046200 |
| May 19, 2026 | No-manches | $560 | 5--2026026717 |
| Nov 24, 2025 | Orange Parlor Ice Cream Shoppe | $400 | 5--2025072556 |
| Jul 29, 2025 | Yummy Yummy Caribbean Food | $400 | 5--2025034835 |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Saigon Wok | $400 | 5--2025065011 |
| Feb 2, 2026 | Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen #130 | $400 | 5--2025091328 |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill II | $400 | 5--2025034739 |
| 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 Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Clay County has 81 FDACS-regulated facilities with 145 inspections on record and 315 stop-sale orders issued.
Clay County FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Azeus Smoke Shop | Middleburg | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling |
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Clay County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Clay County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 3 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Walgreens | 2 | 1 | 743 |
| Publix | 2 | 30 | 875 |
| Walmart | 2 | 77 | 608 |
| CVS | 2 | 9 | 882 |
| Dollar Tree | 2 | 9 | 1,084 |
| RaceTrac | 2 | 29 | 460 |
| Wawa | 1 | 14 | 430 |
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
El Mariachi Mexican Grill
37 inspections
255 violations
3 closures
Clay County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 10 | 738 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 9 | 666 | 4 |
| Subway | 8 | 441 | 3 |
| Burger King | 6 | 437 | 0 |
| Wendys | 6 | 566 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 5 | 331 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 4 | 496 | 0 |
| Zaxbys | 4 | 341 | 1 |
| Dominos | 4 | 279 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 3 | 323 | 0 |
Clay County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Clay County?
- Clay County, Florida has 400 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 85.9%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Clay County this year?
- 11 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 2.9 percentage points below the state average of 85.9%. The average violations per inspection is 5.5 compared to the state average of 4.66.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Clay County?
- Food establishments in Clay County have an average of 17.2 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 $59,840 in fines across 123 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $499 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.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Clay County inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Clay County, Florida has 81 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 145 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Clay County?
- FDACS has issued 315 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Clay County. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Clay County Restaurants & Food Establishments (393)
Fire Wok
1330 BLANDING BLVD STE 145, Orange Park
27 inspections · 246 violations · Last: Jun 2026Club Continental Dining Room
2143 ASTOR ST, Orange Park
40 inspections · 244 violations · Last: Mar 2026Hot Wok
1615 COUNTY RD 220 # 155, Fleming Island
27 inspections · 241 violations · Last: Feb 2026No 1 China
305 BLANDING BLVD STE A, Orange Park
29 inspections · 241 violations · Last: Jan 2026Hunan Wok
868 BLANDING BLVD #125, Orange Park
25 inspections · 241 violations · Last: Feb 2026Grumpy's Restaurant
834 KINGSLEY AVE, Orange Park
39 inspections · 237 violations · Last: Feb 2026Nicoles on the River
1101 BLANDING BLVD STE 117-116, Orange Park
31 inspections · 233 violations · Last: Jun 2026Sheik Sandwiches and Subs
1330 BLANDING BLVD 170, Orange Park
27 inspections · 227 violations · Last: Feb 2026Thai Basil
1075 OAKLEAF PLANTATION PKWY #305, Orange Park
25 inspections · 225 violations · Last: Feb 2026Steak N Shake
1681 WELLS RD, Orange Park
37 inspections · 222 violations · Last: Feb 2026Sheik Sandwiches and Subs
422 S ORANGE AVE, Green Cove Springs
23 inspections · 222 violations · Last: Jan 2026Bonos of Fleming Island
1765 TOWN CENTER BLVD, Flemming Island
29 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Mar 2026Luca's Italian American Restaurant
1339 BLANDING BLVD#8, Orange Park
22 inspections · 221 violations · Last: Jan 2026Magnolia Point Golf and Country Club
3670 CLUBHOUSE DR, Green Cove Springs
27 inspections · 219 violations · Last: Mar 2026Brick Oven Pizzeria & Gastropub
1811 TOWN CENTER BLVD, Fleming Island
25 inspections · 217 violations · Last: Feb 2026Chai Thai & Sushi
1803 BLANDING BLVD STE 105, Middleburg
25 inspections · 214 violations · Last: May 2026Kfc # L518070
17 BLANDING BLVD, Orange Park
32 inspections · 214 violations · Last: Feb 2026Natural Kitchen
1910 WELLS RD #C02D, Orange Park
23 inspections · 213 violations · Last: Mar 2026Chili’s Grill & Bar
1664 WELLS RD, Orange Park
33 inspections · 212 violations · Last: Mar 2026Big Dawgs Family Sports Restaurant
1330 BLANDING BLVD 135, Orange Park
25 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Jan 2026