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 |
| Cooking without hood suppression | 3 |
| Other fire safety violation | 3 |
Alachua: Notable Restaurants
Alachua: Restaurant Chains (DBPR)
| Chain | Locations | Violations | Closures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos | 1 | 47 | 0 |
| Hungry Howies | 1 | 82 | 0 |
| Popeyes | 1 | 47 | 0 |
| Wendys | 1 | 112 | 0 |
| 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 |
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?
- Dominos 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)
Chick-fil-a
16310 US HWY 441, Alachua
3 inspections · 14 violations · Last: Aug 2026Nori Nite
14960 MAIN ST, Alachua
3 inspections · 13 violations · Last: Sep 2026Daft Cow Brewery
13800 TECH CITY CIR STE 100, Alachua
4 inspections · 6 violations · Last: Jan 2026Winn Dixie Store#111
15560 NW US Highway 441, Alachua
0 inspections · 0 violationsFlorida Olive Farm
16615 NW 171st PL, Alachua
0 inspections · 0 violations