Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville
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3560 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL 32207Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville has accumulated 170 violations across 23 inspections dating back to 2016, averaging 7.4 violations per inspection—significantly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been frequent and recurring: chemical storage violations appeared in 8 inspections, allergen awareness violations in 7 inspections, proper procedures violations in 6 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in 5 inspections. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least 3 inspections. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Disciplinary enforcement has been escalated multiple times, with administrative complaints recommended in 4 separate inspections (January 2025, January 2024, August 2023, and August 2023). The most recent inspection on February 4, 2026 documented 24 violations including high-priority findings for hand washing, chemical storage, and allergen awareness, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 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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— 3 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 13, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- What are the most common violations at Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces, Allergen awareness.
- How many health inspections has Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville had?
- Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville find?
- Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on April 13, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Benchwarmers Cafe in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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