When was Cava in Jacksonville last inspected?

Cava in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at Cava in Jacksonville?

The most frequently cited violations at Cava in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.

How many health inspections has Cava in Jacksonville had?

Cava in Jacksonville has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of Cava in Jacksonville find?

Cava in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has Cava in Jacksonville ever been shut down?

No, Cava in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?

Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.

Has Cava in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?

Yes, Cava in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

Cava in Jacksonville

Last inspected: March 5, 2026

13920 Old St. Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32258

Duval County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: Cava Mezze Grill LLC
DBPR License: SEA2616117

Part of: CAVA Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

CAVA in Jacksonville has had 9 inspections on record since February 2023, with 24 total violations averaging 2.7 per inspection, well below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in 6 of 9 inspections, with recurring issues in employee health reporting, chemical storage, and shell stock requirements. A fire safety violation on September 19, 2024 documented a blocked rear exit. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on March 5, 2026 found 6 violations including high-priority employee health reporting and shell stock requirements violations, with inspection completed and no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

9Inspections

24Violations

0Closures

1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: March 5, 2026

Cava in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 2.7 violations / inspection 2.7 violations per inspection

Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Cava in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2024 — 1 fire violation

Sep 19, 2024 — Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Rear exit blocked. Moved by manager. **Corrected On-Site**

Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.

Cava in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (9)

2026 — 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority

Mar 5, 2026 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

2025 — 3 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority

Sep 23, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Apr 14, 2025 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

Jan 16, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

2024 — 2 inspections4 violations · 1 high priority

Sep 19, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs

Jan 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

2023 — 2 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority

Jul 10, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction

V23 Chemical properly stored

Feb 13, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

2022 — 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority

Oct 10, 2022 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Cava in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cava in Jacksonville last inspected?: Cava in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 5, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Cava in Jacksonville?: The most frequently cited violations at Cava in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Cava in Jacksonville had?: Cava in Jacksonville has had 9 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 2.7 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Cava in Jacksonville find?: Cava in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 5, 2026 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Cava in Jacksonville ever been shut down?: No, Cava in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?: Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?: Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?: Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
Has Cava in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?: Yes, Cava in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.