McDonalds in Jacksonville

Last inspected:

7245 Merril Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32277

Part of: McDonalds Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

This McDonald's location in Jacksonville has been inspected 20 times since 2016, accumulating 89 violations with an average of 4.5 per inspection, slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. The facility experienced one emergency closure on October 21, 2019 for roach activity. High-priority violations have centered on employee health reporting, chemical storage, and toxic substance control, with chemical storage cited across multiple inspections in 2021, 2022, and 2024. A fire safety violation on July 12, 2022 documented a blocked rear exit door. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on January 20, 2026 found two high-priority employee health reporting violations and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: October 21, 2019 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

20Inspections
89Violations
1Closures
1Fire
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

McDonalds in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages

This Facility 4.5 violations / inspection 4.5 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

McDonalds in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for McDonalds in Jacksonville
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 08:14:00

McDonalds in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for McDonalds in Jacksonville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019056090 $400.00 Oct 21, 2019 Fort Lauderdale

McDonalds in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Rear door blocked with broken down boxes and large roll cart for refuse in a manner where one cannot exit without moving or climbing over items. Manager cleared path without being prompted. **Corrected On-Site**

McDonalds in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (20)

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 2 inspections5 violations · 2 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 2 inspections12 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued

McDonalds in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was McDonalds in Jacksonville last inspected?
McDonalds in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 20, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was McDonalds in Jacksonville last shut down?
McDonalds in Jacksonville was last shut down on October 21, 2019 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 McDonalds in Jacksonville?
The most frequently cited violations at McDonalds in Jacksonville are: Employee health reporting, Single-use items, Proper ventilation.
How many health inspections has McDonalds in Jacksonville had?
McDonalds in Jacksonville has had 20 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of McDonalds in Jacksonville find?
McDonalds in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on January 20, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has McDonalds in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
Yes, McDonalds in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
Has McDonalds in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, McDonalds in Jacksonville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
Has McDonalds in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, McDonalds in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has McDonalds in Jacksonville been fined?
McDonalds in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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