Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
3562 St Johns Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32205Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville has accumulated 140 violations across 15 inspections since November 2020, averaging 9.3 per visit. The facility has not faced emergency closures or fire safety violations, but state records show a pattern of repeated administrative complaints, particularly between 2021 and 2023. The most frequently cited violations involve chemical storage, multi-use utensil cleanliness, and proper ventilation. Recent inspections from late 2024 onward show improved compliance, with the most recent visit in January 2026 documenting only four violations.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (15)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections21 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections34 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 26, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville are: Chemical properly stored, Clean multi-use utensils, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville had?
- Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville has had 15 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville find?
- Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on January 26, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- No, Southern Grounds & Co in Jacksonville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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