Are you eager for the lowdown on your beloved local eateries? Well, hold onto your hats because we’ve got all the delectable details about recent inspections in Duval County, Florida. Each week, we’re serving up the freshest health inspection results to keep you in the know.

Let’s kick things off with a little insight into who keeps an eye on our sunshine state’s restaurants. The Department of Business and Professional Regulation handles routine regulation and inspections, while the Department of Health takes on the task of investigating and controlling food-borne illness outbreaks linked to all food establishments.

Now, onto the juicy bits. Which dining spots in Duval County aced their health inspections? We always adore a victorious tale, and these restaurants have certainly come up trumps. Church’s Chicken and Persis Indian Grill not only aced their follow-up inspections, but also met all standards during their inspections at the end of December. No violations to be found here – let’s give a round of applause to these establishments for a job well done.

But, alas, not every eatery got top marks. Unfortunately, some establishments came up short with high-priority violations that required immediate attention. Best Bet, Dunkin Donuts and Baskin Robbins, Hardees, and Seaor Loco Tacos & Tequila found themselves in hot water with a range of violations. From live insects in the kitchen and food storage areas to improper storage of toxic substances, these restaurants have some work to do to get back on track.

And in a shocking turn of events, Church’s Chicken was even temporarily closed by inspectors due to a myriad of violations, including evidence of rodent activity and complaints about mop/cleaning wastewater being dumped onto the ground. Operations were ordered to halt until the violations were corrected, with a total of 24 violations and 3 high-priority violations.

Curious about the nitty-gritty terms in the inspection reports? Let us break it down for you. Basic violations fall short of best practices, while warnings are issued for documented violations that must be corrected by a specified date. An administrative complaint can result in legal action for insufficient compliance or a pattern of repeat violations.

In extreme cases, an emergency order may lead to the closure of a restaurant due to an immediate threat to public health. Here, the division director has determined that the establishment must cease operations to protect public health, safety, or welfare. A 24-hour call-back inspection is then conducted after such a closure to ensure that the necessary corrective actions have been taken.

If you encounter a restaurant not meeting state standards, don’t hesitate to report them. The Department of Business and Professional Regulation will send inspectors to investigate. You can call them at 850-487-1395 or report a restaurant for health violations online.

So there you have it – the inside scoop on recent Duval County restaurant inspections. Stay informed, dine well, and remember to check your local eateries’ health inspection results to ensure you’re dining at the finest spots in town. Happy eating!