Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
847 Dunn Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32218JAX Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville has accumulated 542 violations across 41 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.2 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice, for flies in one instance and rodent activity in another. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $750 in fines. In 2023, inspectors documented repeated compliance failures, with administrative complaints recommended on multiple visits following warnings that cited dozens of violations in single inspections.
Most recent closure: February 16, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $750.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2020057679 | $250.00 | Dec 15, 2020 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2021008221 | $500.00 | Feb 16, 2021 | Orlando |
Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only.
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.
Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (41)
— 4 inspections58 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 21 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 8 inspections65 violations · 37 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 24 violations (15 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· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 23 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections41 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections46 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (9 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· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (7 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.
— 4 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections27 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections37 violations · 18 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection12 violations · 5 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 2, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville was last shut down on February 16, 2021 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 Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville had?
- Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville has had 41 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville find?
- Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 2, 2025 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $750.00 in fines.
- How much has Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville been fined?
- Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $750.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Jax Fish Shrimp and Chicken in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: The Original Tunis #16 (2017).
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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