Carne En Vara

12921 Duval Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32218

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: May 8, 2026

Score

Medium Risk

Going back to 2022, Carne En Vara has nine inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated May 8, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

Across the inspection history, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Jacksonville restaurant scene, this is about average. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

May 8, 2026

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed no soap at hand wash sink. Operator replenished soap. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting board at flip top reach-in cooler across from bbq smoker.

22-02-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in freezer next to door.

14-11-5

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed container of oil stored,on floor next to fryer. Operator removed oil to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Dec 19, 2025

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket of fliptop reach in cooler with debris buildup. Staining on sides of steak cooker, hood filters.

23-03-4

Jun 6, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Dec 11, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat vegetables in reach-in cooler across from smoker area.

08A-05-6

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of toxic substance stored next to containers of lemon juice under front counter. Operator removed container of cleaner to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from smoker area soiled.

22-02-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Plastic jugs of water stored on floor next to fryers and grill.

08B-38-4

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on reach-in cooler across from stove and single door reach-in freezer near MFDV entry door soiled.

23-03-4

Apr 27, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked beef (112-128F - Hot Holding) in pit area. Observed beef to far away from heat. Operator reheated beef to more than 165F **Corrected On-Site**

03B-01-6

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board,on reach-in cooler across from stove soiled/ stained.

22-02-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink used to store misc supplies. Operator removed supplies from hand wash sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-11-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service Sealed sleeves of cups and lids stored on floor in cabinet below service window. Operator removed single service items to properly store. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Dec 19, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Mar 5, 2023

Complaint Partial

No violations found.

100

Jan 7, 2023

Complaint Full

3 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Jul 8, 2022

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.

51-13-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Carne En Vara last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Carne En Vara on file is from May 8, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Carne En Vara?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Carne En Vara.

How does Carne En Vara compare to other restaurants in Jacksonville?

Carne En Vara most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Jacksonville average of 74.

Has Carne En Vara's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Carne En Vara have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Carne En Vara means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Carne En Vara inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Carne En Vara is inspected around two times per year on average.

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