Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
1415 N Edgewood Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32254Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed once, on February 17, 2020, for rodent activity. Across 23 inspections since January 2022, the facility has accumulated 237 violations, averaging 10.3 per inspection — nearly double the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared consistently, with employee health policy cited in at least 8 inspections, food contact surface violations in 7 inspections, and shell stock requirement violations in 4 inspections. Management awareness failures and improper chemical storage also recurred. The facility received one disciplinary action totaling $400 in fines. Fire safety violations were documented in 2018 and 2019, involving fire extinguisher gauge deficiencies and a blocked exit path. The most recent inspection on December 15, 2025 identified 18 violations including high-priority employee health policy, parasite destruction, shell stock requirements, and hand-washing deficiencies. The inspection was completed with no further action required, though the violation count remains elevated.
Most recent closure: February 17, 2020 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant 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
Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2020010076 | $400.00 | Feb 17, 2020 | Miami (Doral) |
Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 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.
Fire extinguisher in hallway by bathrooms.
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.
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire Extinguisher at restrooms is in recharge,
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 · 46-01-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Exterior door at dining room reach-in cooler is boarded over and unable to open. No egress possible through door. - From follow-up inspection 2018-01-26:
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.
— Routine - Food · 46-01-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Exterior door at dining room reach-in cooler is boarded over and unable to open. No egress possible through door.
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.
Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 3 inspections13 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections15 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 2 inspections17 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections38 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (5 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections33 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections21 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville was last shut down on February 17, 2020 for 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 Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Employee health policy, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville had?
- Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville has had 23 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 Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville find?
- Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- Has Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville been fined?
- Sunrise Caribbean Gourmet Restaurant in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 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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