Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach
Last inspected:
1519 Sadler Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach has documented 133 violations across 21 inspections dating back to 2021, averaging 6.3 violations per inspection — significantly higher than the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 11 of the last 6 inspections, with employee health reporting violations appearing in three consecutive high-priority findings on January 26, 2026. Shell stock handling violations were cited in at least 4 separate inspections (August 2023, October 2024, and January 2026), and management awareness failures appeared in multiple inspections (October 2024 and January 2026). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on January 26, 2026 documented 3 high-priority employee health reporting violations and resulted in an administrative complaint being recommended.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages
Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
- Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach are: Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal, Toilet facilities.
- How many health inspections has Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach had?
- Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach find?
- Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Mexican Grill Cantina Don Patron in Fernandina Beach 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 V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- 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.
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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).
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