Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville
Last inspected:
3000 Dunn Ave Ste 62, Jacksonville, FL 32218Uncle Willie's Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has accumulated 267 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.3 per visit. The restaurant was shut down twice for rodent activity, most recently in 2021. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $360 in fines. Recent enforcement shows repeated callbacks through 2025, with inspectors documenting high-priority violations including improper food contact surfaces, inadequate ventilation, and missing consumer advisories.
Most recent closure: September 1, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Comparison to Duval County Averages
This Facility
8.3
violations / inspection
8.3 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
Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $360.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019048981 | $200.00 | Aug 19, 2019 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2017040822 | $160.00 | Aug 15, 2017 | Miami (Doral) |
Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 2 inspections0 violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections5 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Warning Issued
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection10 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections29 violations · 11 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections46 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 20 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections25 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville last inspected?
- Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 13, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville last shut down?
- Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville was last shut down on September 1, 2021 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 Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
- How many health inspections has Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville had?
- Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville find?
- Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville was most recently inspected on January 13, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $360.00 in fines.
- How much has Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville been fined?
- Uncle Willies Southern Bistro in Jacksonville has been fined a total of $360.00 across 2 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.
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