Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
9119 Merrill Rd #17, Jacksonville, FL 32225Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville has accumulated 189 violations across 28 inspections since 2017, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility, previously operated as EJ's Pizza, was shut down in 2022 for sewage backup. A propane tank stored inside the building was cited in 2018 and corrected on-site. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $400 fine. Top recurring violations include food contact surface sanitation, proper ventilation, and employee health reporting.
Most recent closure: July 1, 2022 for sewage back up.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
6.8
violations / inspection
6.8 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
Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023014682 | $400.00 | Jul 1, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 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. Owner removed. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (28)
— 4 inspections22 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 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· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections20 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 5, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville was last shut down on July 1, 2022 for sewage back up. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Single-use items, Food contact surfaces.
- How many health inspections has Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville had?
- Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville has had 28 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville find?
- Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on November 5, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- Has Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville been fined?
- Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Live Oak Pizza in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Ej's Pizza (2018).
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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