McDonald's in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

8570 Argyle Forest Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244

Part of: McDonalds Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville has been cited for 93 violations across 17 inspections dating back to at least 2022, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection—above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility has accumulated two fire safety violations, including a blocked side exit door in dry storage documented on January 4, 2024, which the manager corrected during inspection. High-priority violations have been recurring across multiple inspection cycles: employee health reporting violations appeared in at least 5 inspections; allergen awareness violations were cited in at least 4 inspections; consumer advisory violations in at least 5 inspections; and food contact surface violations in at least 3 inspections. The facility has also been cited multiple times for shell stock requirements, a critical control for seafood safety. No emergency closures are on record. The facility has faced administrative complaint recommendations twice in the past year (March 2025 and October 2025), signaling elevated enforcement focus. The most recent inspection on October 3, 2025 documented 14 violations including three high-priority violations (management awareness, allergen awareness, and consumer advisory), resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

17Inspections
93Violations
0Closures
2Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

McDonald's in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 5.5 violations / inspection 5.5 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

McDonald's in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)

— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Side exit door in dry storage area blocked by multiple boxes and trash container. Manager asked employee to remove boxes/container. **Corrective Action Taken**
— 1 fire violation

— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Big long trash can, mgr moved trash can **Corrected On-Site**

McDonald's in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (17)

— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 5 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— 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

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

McDonald's in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was McDonald's in Jacksonville last inspected?
McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 3, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
What are the most common violations at McDonald's in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville are: Proper ventilation, Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has McDonald's in Jacksonville had?
McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville has had 17 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of McDonald's in Jacksonville find?
McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on October 3, 2025 with 10 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
Has McDonald's in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
No, McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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 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 McDonald's in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, McDonald's #18040 in Jacksonville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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