In the past month, Duval County has seen 302 restaurant inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation. Wow! That's a whole lot of visits from state inspectors.
What State Records Showed: Out of the total inspections, 173 restaurants successfully passed their inspections on the first attempt, while 129 did not meet the required standards initially.
With a United States Census Bureau 2023 estimate of 1,030,822 residents, the dining scene in Duval County is bustling, with both locals and visitors eager to explore its culinary offerings. This makes staying informed about restaurant inspection results important for ensuring food safety and quality.
What Restaurants Had The Most Violations: Recent inspections have highlighted several restaurants with notable violations. Casa Dora Italian Cafe and Harp's, both located in Jacksonville, topped the list with 24 violations each.
Casa Dora Italian Cafe's inspection on July 29 revealed nine high-priority violations, while Harp's inspection on July 24 found six high-priority issues. Luckily, despite these infractions, neither establishment faced closure.
Other eateries with notable violations include Sushi-X, Thai Spice Kitchen, and Chow's Country Buffet, each cited for 21 violations.
Duval County Restaurants with Most Violations in Last 30 Days
Casa Dora Italian Cafe: 24 violations, inspected on July 29, 2024
Harp's: 24 violations, inspected on July 24, 2024
Sushi-X: 21 violations, inspected on August 1, 2024
Thai Spice Kitchen: 21 violations, inspected on July 24, 2024
Chow's Country Buffet: 21 violations, inspected on July 22, 2024
Happy Wok: 20 violations, inspected on August 1, 2024
Miller's Jacksonville Ale House: 20 violations, inspected on July 30, 2024
Okinawa Japanese Grillhouse and Sushi Bar: 20 violations, inspected on July 25, 2024
Metro Diner: 20 violations, inspected on July 23, 2024
La Nopalera Mexican Restaurant* 19 violations, inspected on July 29, 2024
Gemma Fish + Oyster: 18 violations, inspected on July 31, 2024
Ocean Street Tacos / Ocean Street Tequila: 18 violations, inspected on July 31, 2024
Tony Pepperoni: 18 violations, inspected on July 26, 2024
Yashi Sushi: 17 violations, inspected on July 31, 2024
Sam's St Johns Seafood #6: 17 violations, inspected on July 30, 2024
Mi Veracruz Mexican Restaurant: 17 violations, inspected on July 30, 2024
Mega's Pizzeria: 17 violations, inspected on July 29, 2024
Juicy Seafood & Wings: 17 violations, inspected on July 29, 2024
Q Padre!!! Mexican Restaurant: 17 violations, inspected on July 26, 2024
China Kitchen: 17 violations, inspected on July 24, 2024
Questions for Locals
How often do you check restaurant inspection reports before dining out?
Would you avoid a restaurant if it had a high number of violations, even if it was a favorite spot?
How can local businesses improve their compliance with health regulations to ensure customer safety?
NOTE: Please note that an inspection report, per the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation, provides a snapshot of the conditions observed during the inspection.
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