Whataburger in Orange Park
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289 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32073Part of: Whataburger Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Whataburger #973 in Orange Park has accumulated 55 violations across 11 inspections between January 2019 and August 2025, averaging 5.0 violations per inspection — consistent with the statewide average of 5.2. Chemical storage violations were cited in at least 7 inspections, making this the facility's most persistent compliance issue. High-priority violations included employee health reporting failures, hand washing violations, shell stock handling, and food contact surface issues. An administrative complaint was recommended following a March 2022 inspection that documented 6 violations including employee health reporting and chemical storage failures. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on August 22, 2025 found 4 basic violations and was completed with no further action.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Whataburger in Orange Park: Comparison to Clay County Averages
Whataburger in Orange Park: Full Inspection History — DBPR (11)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections16 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Whataburger in Orange Park: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Whataburger in Orange Park last inspected?
- Whataburger #973 in Orange Park was last inspected by Florida DBPR on August 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Whataburger in Orange Park?
- The most frequently cited violations at Whataburger #973 in Orange Park are: Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Whataburger in Orange Park had?
- Whataburger #973 in Orange Park has had 11 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Whataburger in Orange Park find?
- Whataburger #973 in Orange Park was most recently inspected on August 22, 2025 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Whataburger in Orange Park ever been shut down?
- No, Whataburger #973 in Orange Park has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
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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.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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