La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1434 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32207LA Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has accumulated 411 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 12.8 per visit. The facility has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Fire safety records document four violations, including a 15-pound propane tank stored near the elevator across from the bar area and repeated citations for fire extinguisher gauges in the red zone. The most frequently cited violations involve consumer advisories, food contact surfaces, and single-use items. Recent inspections from 2021 through February 2026 show a pattern of repeated administrative complaints, with inspectors returning multiple times within days to verify compliance, indicating ongoing operational challenges.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
12.8
violations / inspection
12.8 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
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2022014678 | $400.00 | Dec 17, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
By cook line **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
By cook line **Repeat Violation**
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 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. 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.
— 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.
15lb propane tank near elevator across from bar 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.
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 1 inspection20 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections40 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections47 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 6 inspections48 violations · 33 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections29 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections42 violations · 31 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Complaint Full· 18 violations (12 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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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 February 24, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- 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: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 12.8 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 February 24, 2026 with 25 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant in Jacksonville has 4 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 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 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 $400.00 across 1 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).
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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