Copacabana in Jupiter
Last inspected:
1209 Main St Ste 101, Jupiter, FL 33458Copacabana in Jupiter was emergency-closed on October 16, 2025 for roach and fly activity, then failed to comply with the closure order two days later before achieving compliance on October 18. The facility has been subject to four disciplinary actions totaling $1,800 in fines. Across 33 inspections since 2016, Copacabana recorded 137 total violations, averaging 4.2 per inspection—slightly below the statewide average of 5.2—but the record shows a severe escalation in late 2024 and 2025. Employee health reporting and management awareness violations appeared repeatedly across multiple inspections, with employee health violations cited in at least six inspections dating back to February 2024. High-priority violations dominated recent findings: the December 18, 2025 inspection documented six high-priority violations including management awareness, proper handwashing, employee health reporting, and shell stock requirements, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation. The most recent inspection on December 18, 2025 found 12 violations with six rated high-priority.
Most recent closure: October 16, 2025 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Copacabana in Jupiter: Comparison to Palm Beach County Averages
Copacabana in Jupiter: Emergency Closure History (1)
Copacabana in Jupiter: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $1,800.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2026011900 | $800.00 | Dec 18, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2025078011 | $400.00 | Oct 16, 2025 | Tampa | |
| 2--2023018172 | $400.00 | Mar 6, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 2--2018012582 | $200.00 | Feb 13, 2018 | Miami (Doral) |
Copacabana in Jupiter: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 4 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections14 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 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· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 5 inspections15 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Intermediate Violations
Copacabana in Jupiter: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Copacabana in Jupiter under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between October 16, 2025 and October 18, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was Copacabana in Jupiter last inspected?
- Copacabana in Jupiter was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 18, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Copacabana in Jupiter last shut down?
- Copacabana in Jupiter was last shut down on October 16, 2025 for roach & fly 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 Copacabana in Jupiter?
- The most frequently cited violations at Copacabana in Jupiter are: Employee health reporting, Proper hand/arm washing, Approved food source.
- How many health inspections has Copacabana in Jupiter had?
- Copacabana in Jupiter has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.2 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Copacabana in Jupiter find?
- Copacabana in Jupiter was most recently inspected on December 18, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 6 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Copacabana in Jupiter ever been shut down?
- Yes, Copacabana in Jupiter has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- 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 Copacabana in Jupiter faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Copacabana in Jupiter has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,800.00 in fines.
- How much has Copacabana in Jupiter been fined?
- Copacabana in Jupiter has been fined a total of $1,800.00 across 4 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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