Union County — Food Safety Records: DBPR & FDACS
Union County, Florida has 792 food establishments with 113 inspections on record. The pass rate is 85.7%, below the state average of 86.2%. Inspections average 6.2 violations per visit.
Data from Florida DBPR (restaurants) and FDACS (retail food). Updated April 2026.
Union County Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Union County Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | City | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pop Pop's Pizza Box Too | Lake Butler | 3 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Union County Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 30 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 30 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 25 |
| 03 | Employee health reporting | 23 |
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 21 |
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 1,036 FDACS-regulated facilities with 2,007 inspections on record and 1,597 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 | |
| Nb Seafood & Chicken Market LLC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Chapter 5K-4: Food deemed adulterated. Commen… | |
| Nb Seafood & Chicken Market LLC | Jacksonville | Brand Name: (Lot #:) | FS 500; FAC 5K-4 Violation of Florida Food Law.* Chapter 5K-4 FAC: Food Permit C… |
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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 | 20 | 57 | 2,877 |
| Publix | 17 | 53 | 1,789 |
| Wawa | 13 | 14 | 433 |
| Circle K | 13 | 108 | 1,668 |
| Starbucks | 12 | 77 | 1,180 |
| Family Dollar | 11 | 316 | 1,063 |
| Winn-Dixie | 10 | 212 | 797 |
| Dollar Tree | 10 | 9 | 1,110 |
Union County: Notable Restaurants
Union County: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardees | 1 | 185 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 54 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 26 | 0 |
Union County Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Union County?
- Union County, Florida has 792 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 86.2%.
- What are the most common health violations in Union County?
- The most frequently cited violations in Union County are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.
- 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 0.5 percentage points below the state average of 86.2%. The average violations per inspection is 6.2 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 1,036 FDACS-regulated retail food facilities with 2,007 inspections on record.
- How many FDACS stop-sale orders have been issued in Union County?
- FDACS has issued 1,597 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.
Union County Restaurants & Food Establishments (792)
Maihan International INC. FDACS Retail
8307 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftFamily Dollar #32319 FDACS Retail
4594 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesFerra Bakery Mobile FDACS Retail
5570 FLORIDA MINING BLVD S STE 404, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile Vendor (Free)Family Dollar # 1523 FDACS Retail
675 W Main ST, Lake Butler
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesKwikway 210 FDACS Retail
100 GATEWAY CIR, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSHung Thinh Supermarket FDACS Retail
5801 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftAldi #178 FDACS Retail
2261 Edgewood Ave W, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftStarbucks # 8467 FDACS Retail
1650 MARGARET ST UNIT 1, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsWinn Dixie # 0123 FDACS Retail
5647 Roosevelt Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketJc's Fresh Seafood FDACS Retail
1347 Cassat Ave, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Seafood Market RetailSuddath Moving and Logistics FDACS Retail
8743 Western Way, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Dry StorageBravo Foodservice Dist INC FDACS Retail
25 Ellis RD S, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Major Food DistributorBold Bean Coffee Roasters FDACS Retail
869 STOCKTON ST, SUITE 1-2, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsPrarambh Investment INC FDACS Retail
260 W Main ST, Lake Butler
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSAldi #104 FDACS Retail
7043 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketLiberty Marine Services INC Establishment #: 289611 FDACS Retail
2403 Corbett ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Major Food Distributor Inspected By: TERRY TAYNTON,T&j Farms FDACS Retail
2683 St. John bluff rd s #127, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftBombay Liquors FDACS Retail
4320 Deerwood Lake Pkwy Ste 208, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFAdvance Auto Parts # 9289 FDACS Retail
11633 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHF/TCSDollar General Store #20041 FDACS Retail
8000 103rd St, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables