Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach
Last inspected:
1484 Sadler Rd, Fernandina Beach, FL 32034Surcheros Fresh Mex has accumulated 178 violations across 22 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.1 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. High-priority violations have been recurring throughout the record, including improper chemical storage (cited in at least 5 inspections), food contact surface sanitation (4+ inspections), proper cooking temperatures (3+ inspections), and employee health policy violations (2+ inspections). A complaint-based inspection on September 2, 2025 documented 24 violations including three high-priority findings and resulted in a Warning Issued. The most recent inspection on November 3, 2025 (complaint follow-up) found no violations and received a Call Back - Complied disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach: Comparison to Nassau County Averages
Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections28 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections24 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach last inspected?
- Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 7, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach?
- The most frequently cited violations at Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach had?
- Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach find?
- Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach was most recently inspected on May 7, 2026 with 14 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach ever been shut down?
- No, Surcheros Fresh Mex in Fernandina Beach has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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