Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

5947 Merrill Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32277

Part of: Dairy Queen Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Dairy Queen #10582 in Jacksonville has been inspected 20 times since 2016, accumulating 118 violations—averaging 5.9 per inspection, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations and food contact surface issues appear repeatedly across inspections, with chemical storage cited in at least 7 of the past 8 inspections and food contact surfaces flagged in 9 inspections. High-priority violations including employee health policy, approved food source compliance, and parasite destruction have surfaced across multiple inspections. A fire safety violation documented in July 2017 noted marked exits and paths blocked by boxes. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on July 31, 2025 was completed with no further action required, finding 6 violations including intermediate and basic-level chemical storage and food contact surface issues.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.

21Inspections
125Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 6 violations / inspection 6 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.26 violations / inspection 6.26 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Duval County Avg 0.24 closures / facility 0.24 county average

Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Numerous boxes blocking back exit door. Manager clears path way to exit door. **Corrected On-Site**

Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (21)

— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 3 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

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

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 19, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 21 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on June 19, 2026 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
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.
What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
Has Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has Marie Family Restaurant in Jacksonville operated under other names?
Yes, this location previously operated as: Dairy Queen #10582 (2017).

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