Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
315 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has accumulated 248 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 5.5 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for rodent and roach activity. In September 2025, inspectors documented an emergency order after finding continued non-compliance. Fire inspections cited the use of cooking equipment producing grease-laden vapors with no hood suppression system installed, a violation documented in 2023 when the facility was cooking in two small fryers and a two-burner stove without proper ventilation.
Most recent closure: September 4, 2025 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
5.5
violations / inspection
5.5 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (3)
Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025081268 | $800.00 | Sep 4, 2025 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2024051114 | $400.00 | Jun 27, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2018028337 | $400.00 | May 23, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Cooking food items in Two small fryers and a two stove Burner. No hood suppression present
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.
Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 10 inspections53 violations · 30 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 10 inspections44 violations · 29 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 10 inspections34 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville was last shut down on September 4, 2025 for rodent 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 Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Outer openings protected, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville had?
- Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville find?
- Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville been fined?
- Indulgence Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 3 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).
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