Alachua — Food Safety Records
Alachua, Florida has 45 food establishments with 802 inspections on record. The pass rate is 95.4%, above the state average of 85.7%. Inspections average 5.2 violations per visit.
Data from Florida DBPR. Updated September 2026.
Alachua Restaurants: Comparison to Florida State Averages
Alachua
95.4%
Pass Rate
95.4%
Florida Average
85.7%
Pass Rate
85.7%
Alachua
5.2
Avg Violations / Inspection
5.2
Florida Average
4.7
Avg Violations / Inspection
4.7
Alachua
0
Closures per 100 Facilities
0
Florida Average
1.96
Closures per 100 Facilities
1.96
Alachua Restaurants: Recent Inspections (Last 30 Days)
| Date | Business | Violations | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wendys | 2 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Pizza in the Hood | 24 (5 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| El Patio Jalisco | 0 | Call Back - Complied | |
| Nori Nite | 9 (2 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Waffle House #535 | 7 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| China Express Alachua | 15 (4 high) | Administrative complaint recommended | |
| El Patio Jalisco | 29 (6 high) | Warning Issued | |
| Kfc | 4 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Maggie Creek Bakery | 0 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action | |
| Harvest Thyme Cafe | 5 | Inspection Completed - No Further Action |
Alachua Restaurants: Most Common Health Violations
| Code | Violation | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 14 | Food contact surfaces | 10,063 |
| 08 | Proper hand/arm washing | 9,091 |
| 22 | Consumer advisory | 8,634 |
| 12 | Shell stock requirements | 7,383 |
| 36 | Proper ventilation | 6,156 |
Alachua Restaurants: Disciplinary Actions & Fines
Alachua Restaurants: Fire Safety Violations
Most Common Fire Safety Issues
| Issue | Citations |
|---|---|
| Fire extinguisher in red zone | 11 |
| Exit blocked or locked | 8 |
| Propane tank stored inside building | 4 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 3 |
Alachua: Notable Restaurants
Alachua: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dairy Queen | 1 | 17 | 0 |
| Holiday Inn | 1 | 31 | 0 |
| Moes Southwest Grill | 1 | 144 | 0 |
| Waffle House | 1 | 201 | 0 |
| Chick-fil-a | 1 | 14 | 0 |
| Hampton Inn | 1 | 32 | 0 |
| McDonalds | 1 | 45 | 0 |
| Taco Bell | 1 | 126 | 0 |
| Burger King | 1 | 26 | 0 |
| Dunkin | 1 | 105 | 0 |
Alachua Restaurant Inspections: FAQ
- How many restaurants are in Alachua?
- Alachua, Florida has 45 food establishments tracked by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
- What is the restaurant inspection pass rate in Alachua?
- The current pass rate for food establishments in Alachua is 95.4%. The Florida state average is 85.7%.
- What are the most common health violations in Alachua?
- The most frequently cited violations in Alachua are: Food contact surfaces, Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory.
- Which restaurant chain has the most locations in Alachua?
- Dairy Queen has the most locations in Alachua with 1 establishments.
- How does Alachua compare to the Florida state average?
- Alachua has a pass rate of 95.4%, which is 9.6 percentage points above the state average of 85.7%. The average violations per inspection is 5.2 compared to the state average of 4.68.
- How often are restaurants inspected in Alachua?
- Food establishments in Alachua have an average of 17.8 inspections on record. Florida DBPR conducts routine inspections based on facility type and risk level.
- How much in fines have restaurants in Alachua been assessed?
- Food establishments in Alachua have been assessed $7,920 in fines across 15 disciplinary actions. The average fine is $528 and the largest single fine was $2,200.
- How many fire safety violations have been found in Alachua restaurants?
- 29 fire safety violations have been documented across 17 food establishments in Alachua. The most common issue is fire extinguisher in red zone.
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Alachua Restaurants & Food Establishments (45)
China Express Alachua 1 closure
16181 NW US HWY 441 #160, Alachua
35 inspections · 312 violations · Last: Sep 2026Americas Best Value Inn 1 closure
16100 NW US HIGHWAY 441, Alachua
19 inspections · 64 violations · Last: Nov 2025El Patio Jalisco
16135 NW US HWY 441 UNIT 10, Alachua
35 inspections · 333 violations · Last: Sep 2026Browns Country Buffet
14423 NW US HWY 441, Alachua
34 inspections · 308 violations · Last: Sep 2026Pizza in the Hood
14212 NW 154 AVE, Alachua
31 inspections · 231 violations · Last: Sep 2026New York Pizza Plus
15202 NW 147 DRIVE #100, Alachua
26 inspections · 226 violations · Last: Sep 2026Creeks 19th
11440 TURKEY CREEK BLVD, Alachua
30 inspections · 209 violations · Last: Jul 2026Conestogas Restaurant
14920 MAIN ST, Alachua
25 inspections · 206 violations · Last: Aug 2026Waffle House #535
15979 NW US HWY 441, Alachua
39 inspections · 201 violations · Last: Sep 2026El Toro Mexican Food
15202 NW 147TH DR STE 1100, Alachua
25 inspections · 186 violations · Last: Jul 2026Cilantro Tacos
15551 NW US 441 #130, Alachua
18 inspections · 154 violations · Last: Jul 2026Moes Southwest Grill #1083
15652 NW US HWY 441 STE A, Alachua
32 inspections · 144 violations · Last: Jul 2026Wok & Roll
15551 NW HIGHWAY 441 SUITE # 30, Alachua
23 inspections · 143 violations · Last: Apr 2026Rose Garden Chinese Restaurant
15530 NW US HWY 441 STE 10050, Alachua
24 inspections · 137 violations · Last: Jul 2026Taco Bell #042943
15350 NW 144 WAY, Alachua
32 inspections · 126 violations · Last: Sep 2026Wendys
16105 MARTIN L KING BLVD, Alachua
26 inspections · 112 violations · Last: Sep 2026Ice Cream Vault
14841 MAIN ST, Alachua
16 inspections · 111 violations · Last: Sep 2025Dunkin Donuts
16091 NW US 441, Alachua
16 inspections · 105 violations · Last: Sep 2025Sonny's Real Pit Bar-b-q
15935 NW US 441, Alachua
22 inspections · 104 violations · Last: Jan 2026Southern Taste Cafe
14816 MAIN STREET, Alachua
26 inspections · 102 violations · Last: Aug 2026