El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
6715 Powers Ave Units 3 & 5, Jacksonville, FL 32217El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville has accumulated 191 violations across 27 inspections since 2017, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Recent enforcement patterns show escalating non-compliance: in September 2025, inspectors documented 14 violations including 5 high-priority issues, and in January 2026 found 11 violations with 2 high-priority citations. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. Chemical storage and proper ventilation are the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: March 10, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 15:12:00 |
El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016017141 | $200.00 | Mar 29, 2016 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2016012498 | $400.00 | Mar 10, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 2 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville last inspected?
- El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- When was El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville last shut down?
- El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville was last shut down on March 10, 2016 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 El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville had?
- El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville has had 27 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 El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville find?
- El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Extension given, pending.
- Has El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V51 (Premises clean) mean?
- Violation 51 (Premises clean) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/51.
- Has El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville been fined?
- El Primo Restaurant and Grocery in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 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).
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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