Whataburger #973

289 Blanding Blvd, Orange Park, FL 32073

American

Last inspected: Aug 22, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Whataburger #973 has four inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Aug 22, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

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

“Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

Restaurants in Orange Park average 73, so Whataburger #973 is doing better than most peers. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Aug 22, 2025

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Sep 25, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handle of microwave has food build up. Employee cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**

23-24-4

Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor under fryers with accumulation of grease. Manager states there is a leak and a work order has already been placed to address. **Corrective Action Taken**

36-73-4

Sep 26, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 major violations.

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High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee with gloved hands place another pair of gloves over initial gloves, retrieved and cracked raw shell eggs onto the grill. Employee removed outer gloves by touching the outer exterior surface of the outer glove near wrist area. Employee discarded outer glove then took bun and placed lettuce and tomato on the bun. Company procedures state to insert two fingers inside the second poly glove above the back of wrist.

12A-12-4

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Vacuum breaker installed at main faucet, splitter added. Missing vacuum breaker on non-chemical side with attached hose.

29-42-4

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Nozzle in/around ice cream machine has black build up. Cutting board at prep area has black staining.

22-02-4

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. No proof available. Provided and discussed DBPR Form HR 5030-103 with operator.

11-26-1

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Operator does not have proof of training for some employees.

53B-13-5

Jan 31, 2023

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors under equipment soiled with food debris and grease. **Repeat Violation**

36-73-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under ice machine at front counter drive through. **Repeat Violation**

36-22-4

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Whataburger #973 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Whataburger #973 on file is from Aug 22, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Whataburger #973?

Across the inspection record, “floor soiled/has accumulation of debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Whataburger #973.

How does Whataburger #973 compare to other restaurants in Orange Park?

Whataburger #973 most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Orange Park average of 73.

Has Whataburger #973's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Whataburger #973 have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Whataburger #973 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Whataburger #973 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Whataburger #973 is inspected around two times per year on average.

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