Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
3911 University Blvd W, Jacksonville, FL 32217Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville has accumulated 248 violations across 40 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.2 per visit. The facility was shut down twice, in separate incidents for roach activity and flies. Fire inspections documented a propane tank stored inside the building in 2023. The restaurant has faced two disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines, with repeated violations for food contact surfaces, utensil sanitation, and chemical storage.
Most recent closure: May 29, 2019 for flies.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
6.2
violations / inspection
6.2 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
Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019030127 | $400.00 | May 29, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2016040601 | $400.00 | Aug 24, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only.
One large LP tank in rear 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.
Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (40)
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections31 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 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· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 8 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville was last shut down on May 29, 2019 for flies. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- What are the most common violations at Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville had?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville has had 40 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville find?
- Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on October 22, 2025 with 9 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
- How much has Mariscos El Pacifico in Jacksonville been fined?
- Mariscos El Pacifico 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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