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 |
|---|---|---|
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 30 |
| 23 | Chemical properly stored | 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 |
| Circle K | 13 | 108 | 1,668 |
| Wawa | 13 | 14 | 433 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Hardees | 1 | 185 | 0 |
| Subway | 1 | 54 | 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: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Union County?
- Hungry Howies 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)
Family Dollar # 8174 FDACS Retail
8566 103rd ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesCvs 00727 FDACS Retail
5407 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterVw Cvs 01811 FDACS Retail
1504 3rd ST S, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterStarbucks Coffee Store # 9460 FDACS Retail
495 State Road 13, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Specialty Food ShopsPublix # 1037 FDACS Retail
7749 NORMANDY BLVD, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · SupermarketVw Cvs 06801 FDACS Retail
5972 University Blvd W, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterPublix 1842 FDACS Retail
11025 ETOWN PARKWAY, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterOak & Stockton Corner INC FDACS Retail
1620 Stockton ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSShores Liquor & Lounge at 103rd INC FDACS Retail
7900 103rd ST Ste 1, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with PerishablesJax Oriental Market FDACS Retail
10584 Old Saint Augustine RD Ste 2, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Grocery Store < 15,000 sq ftPublix Liquor Store # 0644 FDACS Retail
12620 Beach Blvd Ste 12, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFVw Family Dollar 10863 FDACS Retail
8088 Old Kings RD S, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterDollar General # 13746 FDACS Retail
13807 N Main ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables__bj's Wholesale Club #0171 Establishment #: 304328 FDACS Retail
8046 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Supermarket Inspected By: LESLIE CARPENTERShores Liquor at Argyle FDACS Retail
6001 Argyle Forest Blvd Ste 1, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet/Prepackaged/No PHFRoe's Distributor FDACS Retail
6648 Youngerman Cir # C201, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Dry StoragePrime Cw Food Mart FDACS Retail
1523 Lane Ave S ste 8, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Convenience Store Limited FSFamily Dollar 11723 FDACS Retail
5466 Collins RD, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Vended WaterSophia's Ice Cream and Treats FDACS Retail
137 Dutton Island RD W, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Mobile VendorWalgreens # 12104 FDACS Retail
13125 N Main ST, Jacksonville
FDACS Retail Food · Minor Outlet with Perishables