La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
4530 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32210LA Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has accumulated 735 violations across 54 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.6 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice for flies and roach activity. Recent enforcement escalated in 2025, with an emergency order issued in April after inspectors found four high-priority violations. State records show one fire safety violation for a portable fire extinguisher with a gauge in the recharge zone stored near the kitchen exit.
Most recent closure: April 17, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
13.6
violations / inspection
13.6 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
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (2)
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025047419 | $400.00 | Apr 17, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2020000127 | $400.00 | Dec 23, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed fire extinguisher with gauge in recharge zone stored by rear exit of kitchen.
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.
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (54)
— 2 inspections13 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections39 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections32 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections43 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 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
— 4 inspections29 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections85 violations · 49 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 9 inspections112 violations · 69 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 20 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections37 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
- La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville last shut down?
- La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville was last shut down on April 17, 2025 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 La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 54 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
- La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville been fined?
- La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 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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