Jay — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Jay, Florida has 15 food establishments with 130 inspections on record. The pass rate is 71.4%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 2.9 violations per visit.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pamela Carnley | 20 | 76 | 1 |
| Endless Delight Cafe & Catering | 22 | 50 | 1 |
| Subway of Jay | 23 | 102 | 0 |
| Jay Garden Chinese Resturant | 28 | 95 | 0 |
| Kooter Browns | 25 | 70 | 0 |
Jay Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Jay Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 53 | Outer openings protected | 1,465 |
| 50 | Adequate lighting | 1,224 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 978 |
| 51 | Premises clean | 976 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 731 |
Jay Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Jay Retail Food: FDACS Inspection Records
In addition to restaurants, Florida's Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects grocery stores, markets, gas station food sections, and other retail food establishments. Jay has 9 FDACS-regulated facilities with 20 inspections on record and 1 stop-sale orders issued.
Jay FDACS: Recent Stop-Sale Orders
A stop-sale order prohibits a retail food establishment from selling specific products found to be unsafe, improperly stored, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code. Products may be embargoed, destroyed, or returned to the distributor.
| Date | Facility | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jay-garden-chinese-resturant-sea6701399 | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Fo… |
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Jay FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Jay Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 1 | 57 | 2,871 |
Jay: Notable Restaurants
Jay: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 1 | 102 | 0 |
Jay Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Jay?
- Jay, Florida has 15 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Jay?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Jay is 71.4%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- What are the most common health violations in Jay?
- The most frequently cited violations in Jay are: Outer openings protected, Adequate lighting, Proper hand/arm washing.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Jay?
- Subway has the most locations in Jay with 1 establishments.
- How does Jay compare to the Florida state average?
- Jay has a pass rate of 71.4%, which is 14.6 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 2.9 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Jay?
- Food establishments in Jay have an average of 8.7 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Jay been assessed?
- Food establishments in Jay have been assessed $2,160 in fines across 3 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $720 and the largest single fine was $1,360.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Jay inspected?
- Yes. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) inspects retail food establishments — grocery stores, gas station food sections, markets, and convenience stores. Jay, Florida has 9 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 20 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Jay?
- FDACS has issued 1 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Jay. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
Jay Restaurants & Food Establishments (15)
Pamela Carnley 1 closure
13951 ALABAMA ST, Jay
20 inspections · 76 violations · Last: Mar 2026Endless Delight Cafe & Catering 1 closure
209 S COMMERCE ST, Jay
22 inspections · 50 violations · Last: Mar 2026Subway of Jay
3891 SCOTT'S PLAZA WAY, Jay
23 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Jul 2025Jay Garden Chinese Resturant
3968 HWY 4, Jay
28 inspections · 95 violations · Last: Mar 2026Kooter Browns
5061 BOOKER LANE, Jay
25 inspections · 70 violations · Last: Jun 2025Cotton Country Cafe
9389 CHUMUCKLA HWY, Jay
6 inspections · 15 violations · Last: Nov 2025Bigfoot Crossing Eatery
13065 HWY 87 N, Jay
6 inspections · 7 violations · Last: Nov 2024Holloway Farms FDACS Retail
4834 Country Mill RD, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Limited Poultry and EggFalak LLC FDACS Retail
3831 Highway 4, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceJ and J of Northwewst Florida # 0001 Establishment # 70080 FDACS Retail
3270 Highway 4, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food Service Inspected By. ROBERT KENISTONBerrydale Kwik Mart FDACS Retail
13010 Highway 87 N, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceSofia 101 LLC DBA: Ol Diamond Store FDACS Retail
12200 Chumuckla Hwy, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceDollar General Store# 8405 FDACS Retail
14166 Alabama ST, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesGreers # 0005 FDACS Retail
3873 Scotts Plaza DR, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftDough and Joe FDACS Retail
3815 HWY 4, Jay
FDACS Retail Food · Permanent Food Service