Union County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Union County, Florida has 1035 food establishments with 119 inspections on record. The pass rate is 85.7%, below the state average of 86%. Inspections average 6.1 violations per visit.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated May 2026.
Most-Inspected Facilities
| Business | City | Inspections | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skips Deli | Lake Butler | 21 | 93 | 1 |
| Laredo's | Lake Butler | 18 | 198 | 0 |
| Hardee's | Lake Butler | 24 | 194 | 0 |
| China 1 | Lake Butler | 24 | 152 | 0 |
| Pop Pop's Pizza Box Too | Lake Butler | 11 | 59 | 0 |
Union County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Union County
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Florida Average
86%
Pass Rate
86%
Union County
6.1
Avg Violations / Inspection
6.1
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Union County
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.37
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.37
Union County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 990 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 750 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 743 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 741 |
| 24 | Toxic substance control | 740 |
Union County Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Union County Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 2 |
Union County 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. Union County has 1,028 FDACS-regulated facilities with 1,997 inspections on record and 1,590 stop-sale orders issued.
Union County 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 | City | Product | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smokin Empire INC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Smokin Empire INC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.11 Misbranded.* Labeling | |
| Dutch-bros-coffee-425926 | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterat… | |
| Normans Food Store | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Labeling | |
| Normans Food Store | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Container Requirements | |
| The French Pantry Establishment #: 369251 | Jacksonville | Various cakes (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Sanitary Operations Comments: When correctio… | |
| The French Pantry Establishment #: 369251 | Jacksonville | Various pastries (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Sanitary Operations Comments: When correctio… |
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Union County FDACS: Most Cited Code Violations
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Union County Retail Food Chains (FDACS)
| Chain | Locations | Stop-Sale Orders | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollar General | 21 | 57 | 2,871 |
| Publix | 17 | 30 | 875 |
| Starbucks | 15 | 77 | 1,170 |
| Wawa | 15 | 14 | 430 |
| Circle K | 13 | 102 | 1,574 |
| Dollar Tree | 13 | 9 | 1,084 |
| Family Dollar | 11 | 316 | 950 |
| Winn-Dixie | 11 | 170 | 584 |
Union County: Notable Restaurants
Union County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardees | 1 | 194 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 59 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 26 | 0 |
Union County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Union County?
- Union County, Florida has 1035 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Union County?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Union County is 85.7%. The Florida state average is 86%.
- What are the most common health violations in Union County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Union County are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Employee health reporting.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Union County?
- Hardees has the most locations in Union County with 1 establishments.
- How does Union County compare to the Florida state average?
- Union County has a pass rate of 85.7%, which is 0.3 percentage points below the state average of 86%. The average violations per inspection is 6.1 compared to the state average of 4.67.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Union County?
- Food establishments in Union County have an average of 0.1 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Union County been assessed?
- Food establishments in Union County have been assessed $0 in fines across 1 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $0 and the largest single fine was $0.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Union County restaurants?
- 2 fire safety violations have been documented across 1 food establishments in Union County. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
- Are grocery stores and retail food stores in Union County 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. Union County, Florida has 1,028 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 1,997 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Union County?
- FDACS has issued 1,590 stop-sale orders at retail food establishments in Union County, including 317 in 2026. A stop-sale order prohibits a facility from selling specific products found to be unsafe, mislabeled, or non-compliant with Florida food code.
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Union County Restaurants & Food Establishments (1,035)
Edible Arrangements #1702 Establishment #: 418579 FDACS Retail
3651 Saint Johns Ave, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food Shops Inspected By: GARRISON SWEATNelson Bautista FDACS Retail
5550 Timuquana RD Unit 337, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Dry StorageUnion Street Brands FDACS Retail
8725 Youngerman Ct Unit 303, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Other Non Perishable ProcessorSunset Novelties of Jacksonville FDACS Retail
6625 Argyle Forest Blvd Ste 6, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFCircle K #6198 FDACS Retail
6621 Argyle Forest Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSTarget # 0645 FDACS Retail
444 Monument RD, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketFive Below # 0910 FDACS Retail
6001 ARGYLE FOREST BLVD., STE-63, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFMichael's # 3857 FDACS Retail
6001 Argyle Forest Blvd Ste 25, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFGate Store #1235 FDACS Retail
11100 E-Town Pkwy, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Significant FS AND/OR Packaged IceSysco International Food Group FDACS Retail
3100 Hilton ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Major Food DistributorC &c Bulk Liquid Transfer INC FDACS Retail
11005 Blasius RD, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Other Non Perishable ProcessorSeven-up Snapple Southeast FDACS Retail
6045 Bowdendale Ave, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Carbonated Soft DrinksMandarin Liquor INC FDACS Retail
11576 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFHana Group Franchising LLC #30286 FDACS Retail
9550 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market RetailCheers Liquor FDACS Retail
4765 Hodges Blvd Ste 18, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFPrime Time Food Store #14 FDACS Retail
10401 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSSmoke Bucks FDACS Retail
9475 Philips Hwy Ste 13, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFLa Carmelia Food Store FDACS Retail
1233 Lane Ave S Ste 11, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store/Prepackaged/No Food ServiceFortress Fitness Partners LLC FDACS Retail
8402 Merchants Way, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFBlink Food Mart & Smoke Shop FDACS Retail
20 E 9th ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FS