Nicoles on the River in Orange Park
Last inspected:
1101 Blanding Blvd Ste 117-116, Orange Park, FL 32065Nicole's on the River in Orange Park has accumulated 225 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. Fire inspections documented a 20-pound propane tank stored inside the building and repeated citations for fire extinguishers in the red zone between 2017 and 2018. The facility has never been shut down. Top recurring violations involve ventilation, chemical storage, and employee health reporting.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Nicoles on the River in Orange Park: Comparison to Clay County Averages
This Facility
7.8
violations / inspection
7.8 violations per inspection
Clay County Avg
5.51
violations / inspection
5.51 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Clay County Avg
0.25
closures / facility
0.25 county average
Nicoles on the River in Orange Park: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (6)
— 3 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 20 lb tank stored inside by mop sink. Manager moved tank outside during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
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 · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the fire extinguisher at the bar indicator is in the red zone. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2018-03-13: Fire extinguisher is still in the red zone. **Time Extended**
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 · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the fire extinguisher at the bar indicator is in the red zone. **Repeat Violation**
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.
In server area, one Fire Extinguisher in recharge. **Repeat Violation**
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 · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From inspection on 2017-04-03: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Server area Fire Extinguisher in red zone. - From follow-up inspection on 2017-04-05: No change to Fire Extinguisher
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 · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Server area Fire Extinguisher in red zone.
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.
Nicoles on the River in Orange Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)
— 2 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 17 violations (13 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections32 violations · 21 high priority
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections19 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Nicoles on the River in Orange Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Nicoles on the River in Orange Park last inspected?
- Nicoles on the River in Orange Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 16, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Nicoles on the River in Orange Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Nicoles on the River in Orange Park are: Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Nicoles on the River in Orange Park had?
- Nicoles on the River in Orange Park has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Nicoles on the River in Orange Park find?
- Nicoles on the River in Orange Park was most recently inspected on September 16, 2025 with 10 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Nicoles on the River in Orange Park ever been shut down?
- No, Nicoles on the River in Orange Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Nicoles on the River in Orange Park had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Nicoles on the River in Orange Park has 6 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
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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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