Red Lantern in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
5016 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32210Red Lantern in Jacksonville has accumulated 306 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach and rodent activity. In April and May 2025, inspectors returned on eight consecutive inspection days finding repeated non-compliance with an active emergency order, citing 3 high-priority violations each day before a time extension was granted in May.
Most recent closure: April 15, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Red Lantern in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 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
Red Lantern in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Red Lantern in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $2,500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025046267 | $400.00 | Apr 15, 2025 | Orlando | |
| 5--2016005639 | $500.00 | Jan 26, 2016 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2015027518 | $800.00 | Jun 12, 2015 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2015024281 | $800.00 | May 29, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Red Lantern in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (47)
— 4 inspections8 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 20 inspections34 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 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.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— 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
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections23 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Red Lantern in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Red Lantern in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Red Lantern in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 28, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- When was Red Lantern in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Red Lantern in Jacksonville was last shut down on April 15, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 Red Lantern in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Red Lantern in Jacksonville are: Single-use items, Approved food source, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Red Lantern in Jacksonville had?
- Red Lantern in Jacksonville has had 47 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Red Lantern in Jacksonville find?
- Red Lantern in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on April 28, 2026 with 1 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended.
- Has Red Lantern in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Red Lantern in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V53 (Outer openings protected) mean?
- Violation 53 (Outer openings protected) is classified as a basic priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/53.
- Has Red Lantern in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Red Lantern in Jacksonville has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $2,500.00 in fines.
- How much has Red Lantern in Jacksonville been fined?
- Red Lantern in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $2,500.00 across 4 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).
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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