Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

4784 Town Center Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Overview

Fogo de Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville has 22 inspections on record with 190 total violations, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection—significantly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been recurring across nearly every inspection, including management awareness failures, improper cooking temperatures, hand washing violations, employee health reporting lapses, food contact surface contamination, and toxic substance control breaches. The facility has also accumulated three fire safety violations, with propane tanks larger than code-permitted capacity stored inside the building in 2021, 2022, and 2025. No emergency closures are on record. The most recent inspection on March 23, 2026 resulted in a call back for compliance after four violations were found, following a March 19, 2026 complaint inspection that identified 27 violations and triggered an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

22Inspections
190Violations
0Closures
3Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 8.6 violations / inspection 8.6 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg 6.27 violations / inspection 6.27 county average
This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures
Duval County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)

— 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. Propane tank stored on counter in kitchen 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 · 48-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended

Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed two propane tanks stored in storage room near back door of kitchen. Observed Four small propane tanks stored on chemical storage rack located near mop sink area. Manager removed and stored outside of building. **Corrected On-Site**
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 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Containers and a cooler on the way, rear door **Corrected On-Site**
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.

Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (22)

— 3 inspections20 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities
— 2 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V10 Approved food source
V14 Food contact surfaces
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V41 Toilet facilities
— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V09 No contamination
V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
— 4 inspections30 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V14 Food contact surfaces
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation
V41 Toilet facilities
— 2 inspections24 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored
V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V35 Single-use items
V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V48 Food storage
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V16 Proper cooking temps
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V33 Proper cooling equipment
V36 Proper ventilation
V40 Wiping cloths usage
V41 Toilet facilities
— 1 inspection13 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V05 Handwashing procedures
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V09 No contamination
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V46 No smoking signs
V48 Food storage
— 3 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness
V02 Employee health policy
V10 Approved food source
V22 Consumer advisory
V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment
V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V06 Handwashing facilities
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V22 Consumer advisory
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V13 Parasite destruction
V22 Consumer advisory
— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V13 Parasite destruction

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V13 Parasite destruction
V14 Food contact surfaces
V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
— 2 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy
V03 Employee health reporting
V08 Proper hand/arm washing
V09 No contamination
V10 Approved food source
V12 Shell stock requirements
V13 Parasite destruction
V21 Time as control
V22 Consumer advisory
V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V31 Clean multi-use utensils
V40 Wiping cloths usage

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal
V41 Toilet facilities

Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville last inspected?
Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 23, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
What are the most common violations at Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville are: Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville had?
Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville has had 22 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville find?
Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 23, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
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.
Has Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Fogo De Chao Churrascaria in Jacksonville has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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