Jacksonville — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Jacksonville, Florida has 3029 food establishments with 41,048 inspections on record. 67 establishments were shut down this year. The pass rate is 83.9%, below the state average of 86.1%. Inspections average 6.3 violations per visit.
Most recent closure: Wicked Barley Brewing Co in Jacksonville, shut down April 17, 2026 for roach activity.
Largest fine: $2,600 assessed to Casa Dora Italian Cafe in Jacksonville on November 17, 2025.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa Dora Italian Cafe | 63 | 603 | 8 |
| Bagels R Us | 68 | 492 | 6 |
| Choppers Bar and Grill | 54 | 429 | 6 |
| Blu Diner of Jax | 53 | 421 | 5 |
| Rojas Pizza | 41 | 363 | 5 |
Jacksonville Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Jacksonville
83.9%
Pass Rate
83.9%
Florida Average
86.1%
Pass Rate
86.1%
Jacksonville
6.3
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.3
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Jacksonville
2.21
Closures per 100 Facilities
2.21
Florida Average
1.35
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.35
Jacksonville Restaurants: Recent Closures (10)
| Date | Business | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Wicked Barley Brewing Co | Roach activity | |
| La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant | Roach activity | |
| Cielo Azul Cocina Mexicana | Sewage back up | |
| J Lemon Pepper | Rodent activity | |
| Subway #31891 | Rodent activity | |
| Tequilas Mexican Restaurant | Roach & fly activity | |
| El Sol De Mexico | Roach activity | |
| 5th Element Taste of India | Roach & fly activity | |
| Hunan Wok | Roach activity | |
| Longhorn Steakhouse 5197 | Roach & rodent activity |
Jacksonville Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doubletree by Hilton | 15 (3 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| Buffalo Wild Wings #293 | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Buffalo Wild Wings #293 | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Tijuana Flats Burrito Co | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Secret Garden Cafe | 8 (2 high) | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Stumpy's Hatchet House Jax | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Jax Airport Inn | 5 | Warning Issued | |
| Taco Bell #042874 | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Compass Group Usa | 1 (1 high) | Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended | |
| Longhorn Steakhouse of South 5049 | 1 | Call Back - Extension given, pending |
Jacksonville Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 458,352 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 438,961 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 357,276 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 354,286 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 342,428 |
Jacksonville Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Largest Fines (Past 12 Months)
| Date | Business | Fine | Case |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 17, 2025 | Casa Dora Italian Cafe | $2,600 | 5--2025038428 |
| Jan 22, 2026 | El Sol De Mexico | $1,400 | 5--2025081257 |
| Aug 1, 2025 | Mis Delicias Latinas | $1,240 | 5--2025005537 |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Obento | $1,200 | 5--2025038155 |
| Jan 26, 2026 | Fuji Sushi | $1,160 | 5--2025090167 |
| Dec 22, 2025 | Casa Dora Italian Cafe | $1,000 | 5--2025067712 |
| Nov 6, 2025 | J Lemon Pepper | $1,000 | 5--2025072618 |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Persis Indian Grill | $1,000 | 5--2025034526 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | Casa Dora Italian Cafe | $1,000 | 5--2025043613 |
| Feb 23, 2026 | Randevou Caribbean Bar and Grill | $960 | 5--2025072703 |
Jacksonville Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Exit blocked or locked | 316 |
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 304 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 203 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 129 |
| Missing boiler certificate/report | 113 |
| Other fire safety violation | 85 |
| Fire alarm/smoke detector issue | 2 |
| Sprinkler system issue | 1 |
Jacksonville 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. Jacksonville has 1,081 FDACS-regulated facilities with 2,215 inspections on record and 1,602 stop-sale orders issued.
Jacksonville 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 | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokin Empire INC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Dutch-bros-coffee-425926 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| Normans Food Store | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Normans Food Store | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| The French Pantry Establishment #: 369251 | Various cakes (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Sanitary Operations Comments: When correctio… | |
| The French Pantry Establishment #: 369251 | Various pastries (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Sanitary Operations Comments: When correctio… |
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Jacksonville FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
Browse all FDACS violation codes →
Jacksonville Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 20 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Publix | 17 | 30 | 875 |
| Wawa | 15 | 14 | 430 |
| Starbucks | 15 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Circle K | 13 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar Tree | 13 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Winn-Dixie | 11 | 170 | 584 |
| Family Dollar | 10 | 316 | 950 |
Jacksonville: Notable Restaurants
Casa Dora Italian Cafe
63 inspections
603 violations
8 closures
Bagels R Us
68 inspections
492 violations
6 closures
Choppers Bar and Grill
54 inspections
429 violations
6 closures
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant
66 inspections
547 violations
3 closures
Taco Bell #042874
23 inspections
78 violations
Jax Airport Inn
11 inspections
57 violations
Jacksonville: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | 42 | 4,686 | 10 |
| Subway | 33 | 2,574 | 8 |
| Wendys | 24 | 3,533 | 6 |
| Burger King | 21 | 1,854 | 1 |
| Firehouse Subs | 20 | 1,426 | 1 |
| Dunkin | 20 | 1,857 | 1 |
| Popeyes | 17 | 2,537 | 2 |
| Taco Bell | 16 | 1,732 | 0 |
| Chipotle | 15 | 975 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 14 | 2,779 | 0 |
Jacksonville Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Jacksonville?
- Jacksonville, Florida has 3029 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Jacksonville?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Jacksonville is 83.9%. The Florida state average is 86.1%.
- How many restaurants were shut down in Jacksonville this year?
- 67 food establishments in Jacksonville have been shut down by health inspectors in 2026.
- What are the most common health violations in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Jacksonville?
- McDonalds has the most locations in Jacksonville with 42 establishments.
- What was the most recent restaurant closure in Jacksonville?
- Wicked Barley Brewing Co in Jacksonville was shut down on April 17, 2026 for roach activity.
- How does Jacksonville compare to the Florida state average?
- Jacksonville has a pass rate of 83.9%, which is 2.2 percentage points below the state average of 86.1%. The average violations per inspection is 6.3 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Jacksonville?
- Food establishments in Jacksonville have an average of 13.6 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Jacksonville been assessed?
- Food establishments in Jacksonville have been assessed $537,019 in fines across 1,157 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $479 and the largest single fine was $4,000.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Jacksonville restaurants?
- 1,153 fire safety violations have been documented across 604 food establishments in Jacksonville. The most common issue is exit blocked or locked.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Jacksonville 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. Jacksonville, Florida has 1,081 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 2,215 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Jacksonville?
- FDACS has issued 1,602 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Jacksonville, including 317 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Jacksonville: Recent News
Jacksonville Restaurants & Food Establishments (3,003)
Casa Dora Italian Cafe 8 closures
108 E FORSYTH ST, Jacksonville
63 inspections · 603 violations · Last: Jan 2026Bagels R Us 6 closures
14185 BEACH BLVD UNIT 4, Jacksonville
68 inspections · 492 violations · Last: Feb 2026Choppers Bar and Grill 6 closures
12905 N MAIN ST, Jacksonville
54 inspections · 429 violations · Last: Feb 2026Blu Diner of Jax 5 closures
5868 NORWOOD AVE, Jacksonville
53 inspections · 421 violations · Last: Jan 2026Rojas Pizza 5 closures
440 W ADAMS ST, Jacksonville
41 inspections · 363 violations · Last: Feb 2026El Sol De Mexico 5 closures
5024 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville
43 inspections · 317 violations · Last: Mar 2026Ramada by Wyndham Jax Hotel and Cc 5 closures
3130 HARTLEY RD, Jacksonville
45 inspections · 271 violations · Last: Feb 2026S&r Dim Sum 4 closures
1661 RIVERSIDE AVE #123, Jacksonville
51 inspections · 534 violations · Last: Nov 2025La Costa Mexican Cantina 4 closures
14333 BEACH BLVD STE 39, Jacksonville
54 inspections · 476 violations · Last: Feb 2026Gili's Kitchen 4 closures
126 W ADAMS ST UNIT 102, Jacksonville
37 inspections · 377 violations · Last: Feb 2026La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant 3 closures
8206 PHILIPS HWY STE 29, Jacksonville
66 inspections · 547 violations · Last: Apr 20265th Element Taste of India 3 closures
9551 BAYMEADOWS RD STE 10 & 11, Jacksonville
57 inspections · 471 violations · Last: Mar 2026Church's Chicken #10465 3 closures
3007 EDGEWOOD AVE W, Jacksonville
55 inspections · 443 violations · Last: Oct 2025Karma Fine Indian Cuisine 3 closures
8661 BAYMEADOWS RD, Jacksonville
45 inspections · 420 violations · Last: Mar 2026Bono's Pit Bar B Q 3 closures
5903 NORWOOD AVE, Jacksonville
44 inspections · 412 violations · Last: Jan 2026Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken 3 closures
3646 BLANDING BLVD, Jacksonville
37 inspections · 401 violations · Last: Feb 2026Church's Chicken 3 closures
1855 DUNN AVE, Jacksonville
35 inspections · 356 violations · Last: Dec 2025Obento 3 closures
6334 103 ST UNIT 39, Jacksonville
32 inspections · 325 violations · Last: Jan 2026J Lemon Pepper 3 closures
2440 W BEAVER ST, Jacksonville
34 inspections · 310 violations · Last: Apr 2026Island Tropics Restaurant & Lounge 3 closures
2527 N MAIN ST, Jacksonville
45 inspections · 305 violations · Last: Oct 2025