Hooters in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
8938 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32257Part of: Hooters Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Hooters in Jacksonville has been inspected 25 times on record, totaling 184 violations across nearly a decade of inspection history. The facility averaged 7.4 violations per inspection, significantly exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations appeared repeatedly across inspections, cited in at least 8 separate inspections spanning 2023 through January 2026. Consumer advisory violations were documented in at least 5 inspections. High-priority violations for hand washing, approved food sources, and time-as-temperature control were also recorded. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on January 6, 2026 documented 16 violations including high-priority findings for hand and arm washing, chemical storage, consumer advisory, and parasite destruction, with the inspection completed and no further action required.
Most recent closure: July 28, 2026 for rodent & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Hooters in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Hooters in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hooters in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 4 inspections32 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 3 inspections18 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections18 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections18 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Hooters in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hooters in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Hooters in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on July 29, 2026. The result was: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
- When was Hooters in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Hooters in Jacksonville was last shut down on July 28, 2026 for rodent & fly 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 Hooters in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hooters in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Hooters in Jacksonville had?
- Hooters in Jacksonville has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hooters in Jacksonville find?
- Hooters in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on July 29, 2026 with 5 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Emergency Order Callback Time Extension.
- Has Hooters in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hooters in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- 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 V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
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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.
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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