SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
6426 Bowden Rd #206, Jacksonville, FL 32216Señoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed once, on August 8, 2016, for roach activity. The facility has accumulated 393 violations across 38 inspections since 2016, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection—nearly double the statewide average of 5.2—and has been subject to 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring, including handwashing and hand-arm washing violations cited across multiple inspections, chemical storage violations appearing in at least 5 recent inspections, food contact surface violations cited at least 4 times, and improper cooking temperatures documented repeatedly. A fire safety violation on January 27, 2025 documented a blocked back kitchen exit door. The facility received a complaint inspection on February 17, 2026 that yielded 36 violations including 5 high-priority findings (handwashing, cooking temperatures, consumer advisory, chemical storage, and toxic substance control). A follow-up inspection on February 20, 2026 resulted in a Call Back - Complied disposition after 3 high-priority violations were corrected.
Most recent closure: August 8, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
10.3
violations / inspection
10.3 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
SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018062861 | $200.00 | Oct 19, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2016038287 | $400.00 | Aug 8, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Back kitchen exit door blocked with food delivery from today. Employee moving items **Corrective Action Taken**
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.
— 2 fire violations
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2016-06-16: Observed electrical outlet cover cracked.For reporting purposes only. - From follow-up inspection on 2016-06-20: **Time Extended**
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.
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical outlet cover cracked.For reporting purposes only.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 46-01-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Marked Exit between kitchen and bathroom, by mop sink is blocked by a file cabinet , boxes and fixed-on-wall counter. The illuminated Exit sign is above entry to this small area.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (38)
— 3 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections57 violations · 35 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 21 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 7 inspections52 violations · 38 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection0 violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections52 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville last inspected?
- SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 20, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville last shut down?
- SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville was last shut down on August 8, 2016 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 SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville had?
- SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville has had 38 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 10.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville find?
- SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on February 20, 2026 with 1 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- Has SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville been fined?
- SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has SeÑoritas Mexican Kitchen in Jacksonville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Mr Taco (2015-2016).
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