La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1265 Lane Ave S Ste 9, Jacksonville, FL 32205La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville has accumulated 247 violations across 35 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity and faced an emergency order in December 2025 after inspectors found continued non-compliance on three consecutive callback inspections. Fire safety violations include repeated citations for two fryers operating without hood suppression systems, a hazard documented in 2020 and 2021. The location previously operated as El Nopalito Mexican Restaurant in 2017, when inspectors cited a propane tank stored inside the building.
Most recent closure: December 18, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
7.1
violations / inspection
7.1 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Duval County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026009742 | $400.00 | Dec 18, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (3)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-04-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only. Has two fryers that are not under hood - From follow-up inspection 2021-02-09: Same
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 · 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. Has two fryers that are not under hood
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 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Propane tank in storage area by back door.
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 Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (35)
— 1 inspection9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 11 inspections38 violations · 23 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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 - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 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
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 21 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 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· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections21 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville under active enforcement?
- Records show 4 emergency order inspections between December 18, 2025 and December 22, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville last inspected?
- La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville last shut down?
- La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville was last shut down on December 18, 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 Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville had?
- La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville has had 35 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville find?
- La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 24, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 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 Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville has 3 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville been fined?
- La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has La Perla Mexican Restaurant 2 in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: El Nopalito Mexican Restaurant (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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