Locals Pub

1580 Wells Rd Ste 1 & 2, Orange Park, FL 32073
Bar / Pub
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
74
Score
Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at Locals Pub stretching back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Mar 4, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near four violations per visit across recent inspections.

“Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Locals Pub scores about where you'd expect for a Orange Park restaurant. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
64
Jul 31, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided and discussed DBPR HR 5030-104 with operator. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in hand wash sink in bar.
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided and discussed DBPR Form HR 5030-103 with operator.
11-26-1
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit door not self-closing. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
70
Aug 30, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 6/1/22. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-2
Intermediate - No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed one employee employed over 60 days without proof of training.
53B-02-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water at kitchen entrance dripping from overhead air conditioning unit. **Repeat Violation**
36-22-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed back door in kitchen area not self closing. **Repeat Violation**
35B-03-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Mens bathroom door does not close completely. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Locals Pub last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Locals Pub on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Locals Pub?

Across the inspection record, “outer openings not protected with self-closing doors” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Locals Pub.

How does Locals Pub compare to other restaurants in Orange Park?

Locals Pub most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Orange Park average of 73.

Has Locals Pub's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Locals Pub have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Locals Pub 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 Locals Pub inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Locals Pub is inspected roughly once per year on average.