Church's Chicken in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1855 Dunn Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32218Part of: Church's Chicken Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Church's Chicken in Jacksonville has accumulated 356 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.2 violations per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach activity. Fire inspections documented four violations, with portable fire extinguishers repeatedly found with gauges in the red zone across multiple years. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,400 in fines. Recent inspections from 2025 show ongoing compliance issues, with nine violations cited in the most recent inspection.
Most recent closure: August 4, 2023 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Church's Chicken in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
10.2
violations / inspection
10.2 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Church's Chicken in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (3)
Church's Chicken in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $2,400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023063787 | $1,200.00 | Aug 4, 2023 | Orlando | |
| 5--2021043930 | $800.00 | Sep 15, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2021034340 | $400.00 | Jul 13, 2021 | Tampa |
Church's Chicken in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher by office.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Silver fire extinguisher by office area. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Silver fire extinguisher by office area. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Silver fire extinguisher by manager desk.
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.
Church's Chicken in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 3 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections38 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 13 inspections97 violations · 50 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 17 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections35 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Church's Chicken in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Church's Chicken in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Church's Chicken in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 2, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Church's Chicken in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Church's Chicken in Jacksonville was last shut down on August 4, 2023 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Church's Chicken in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Church's Chicken in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Church's Chicken in Jacksonville had?
- Church's Chicken in Jacksonville has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Church's Chicken in Jacksonville find?
- Church's Chicken in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 2, 2025 with 9 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Church's Chicken in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Church's Chicken in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
- Has Church's Chicken in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Church's Chicken in Jacksonville has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Church's Chicken in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Church's Chicken in Jacksonville has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,400.00 in fines.
- How much has Church's Chicken in Jacksonville been fined?
- Church's Chicken in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $2,400.00 across 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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