Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville
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4241 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216Pupuseria y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville has accumulated 104 violations across 12 inspections, averaging 8.7 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Handwashing violations, including proper hand-washing technique and availability of handwashing facilities, appeared in eight of the last six inspections. Employee health policy violations were cited in at least four inspections, including failure to report illness and management awareness of health requirements. The facility has not been emergency-closed. Administrative complaints have been recommended in five of the last six inspections, indicating escalated formal enforcement. The most recent inspection on December 30, 2025 identified 27 violations including high-priority findings in handwashing facilities, food condition, parasite destruction, and food contact surfaces, with an administrative complaint recommended.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (13)
— 1 inspection16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections23 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville had?
- Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville has had 13 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville find?
- Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 26 violation(s), including 7 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Pupuseria Y Restaurante Maria in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V05 (Handwashing procedures) mean?
- Violation 05 (Handwashing procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/05.
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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