El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
4347 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville has accumulated 274 violations across 30 inspections since 2017, averaging 9.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire inspections documented a propane tank stored inside the building in 2025 and cited blocked exits repeatedly between 2022 and 2023, violations that persisted across the restaurant's prior operator, El Taino Bar and Grill. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines.
Most recent closure: December 26, 2019 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019064440 | $200.00 | Dec 27, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2019064522 | $400.00 | Dec 26, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (6)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
In back storage area near 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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Back storage exit door blocked with tables and equipments **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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Back door block by tables and equipments in back storage area **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2022-09-22: Still the same **Time Extended**
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Back door block by tables and equipments in back storage 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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Back door block by tables and equipments in back storage area
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Rear door in convenient store side blocked by a massage bed.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (30)
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections49 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections42 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections51 violations · 28 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
- El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville last shut down?
- El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville was last shut down on December 26, 2019 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 Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Clean multi-use utensils, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 30 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
- El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 10, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville has 6 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville been fined?
- El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has El Taino Restaurant in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Los Vallejo (2016), El Taino Bar and Grill (2022-2023).
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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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