Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1901 Blanding Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville has accumulated 194 violations across 35 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.5 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for roach activity. State records show 7 fire safety violations, including citations for portable fire extinguishers with gauges in the red zone and equipment left in recharge status. The restaurant has faced 3 disciplinary actions totaling $1,700 in fines, with the largest penalty at $900.
Most recent closure: January 22, 2018 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
5.5
violations / inspection
5.5 violations per inspection
Duval County Avg
6.27
violations / inspection
6.27 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Duval County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,700.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2018004782 | $400.00 | Jan 22, 2018 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2018001404 | $400.00 | Jan 4, 2018 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2015021259 | $900.00 | May 1, 2015 | Tampa |
Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 4 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire Extinguisher in recharge at rear door. - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-05: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-05: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-08: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-08: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-22:
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire Extinguisher in recharge at rear door. - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-05: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-05: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-08:
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire Extinguisher in recharge at rear door. - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-05: - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-05:
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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire Extinguisher in recharge at rear door.
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
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
For extinguisher in recharge at back door.
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.
Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (36)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections17 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections19 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 15 inspections50 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 24, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville was last shut down on January 22, 2018 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 Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 36 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.5 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
- Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on August 24, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V13 (Parasite destruction) mean?
- Violation 13 (Parasite destruction) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/13.
- 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 V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?
- Violation 41 (Toilet facilities) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/41.
- Has Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,700.00 in fines.
- How much has Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville been fined?
- Stars Caribbean Restaurant in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $1,700.00 across 3 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).
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