How many health inspections has EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN had?

EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN ever been shut down?

No, EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN?

The most frequently cited violations at EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN

3546 ST JOHN'S BLUFF RD S UNIT 202, Jacksonville, FL 32224

Duval County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: HERNANDEZ CAEZ, ENRIQUE J · License: SEA2614961

EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN in Jacksonville, FL has 19 inspections on record with 132 total violations (6.9 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

19Inspections

132Violations

0Closures

Data current as of April 23, 2025

Inspection History (19)

Apr 23, 2025 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 1, 2024 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Aug 18, 2023 — Complaint Full· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 1, 2023 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Sep 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 22, 2022 — Routine - Food· 18 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Mar 2, 2022 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Oct 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 23, 2021 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

Nov 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Apr 30, 2020 — Routine - Food· 16 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 19, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Dec 11, 2019 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 24, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jan 23, 2019 — Routine - Food· 12 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

V16 Proper cooking temps

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V38 Waste properly disposed

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jul 31, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 10, 2017 — Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

Jul 11, 2016 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V42 Equipment condition

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage

How Does This Facility Compare?

EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Duval County average of 0.16 closures per facility. It has averaged 6.9 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.05.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN had?: EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN ever been shut down?: No, EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN?: The most frequently cited violations at EL FLAMBOYAN KITCHEN are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored.

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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.

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