Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna

Last inspected:

4329 Lafayette St, Marianna, FL 32446
Overview

Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna has been emergency-closed once, on September 18, 2025, for rodent activity. The facility has accumulated 128 violations across 26 inspections from 2016 through March 2026, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. Hand washing and proper cooking temperature violations have been recurring high-priority findings, appearing repeatedly across inspections from 2024 through 2026. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 11, 2026 documented 6 violations including 3 separate hand washing findings and was completed with no further action required.

Most recent closure: September 18, 2025 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

26Inspections
128Violations
1Closures
$400in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna: Comparison to Jackson County Averages

This Facility 4.9 violations / inspection 4.9 violations per inspection
Jackson County Avg 2.83 violations / inspection 2.83 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Jackson County Avg 0.16 closures / facility 0.16 county average

Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 16:07:00

Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)

Total fines on record: $400.00

Disciplinary action history for Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2025070912 $400.00 Sep 18, 2025 Miami (Doral)

Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)

— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 4 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 2 inspections6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 3 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

— Complaint Full· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections42 violations · 36 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Complaint Full· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna last inspected?
Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 11, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna last shut down?
Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna was last shut down on September 18, 2025 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 Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna?
The most frequently cited violations at Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna are: Toxic substance control, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna had?
Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.9 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna find?
Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna was most recently inspected on March 11, 2026 with 2 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna ever been shut down?
Yes, Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
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.
What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
Has Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
How much has Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna been fined?
Jim's Buffet and Grill in Marianna has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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