How many health inspections has GATOR CAFE (THE) had?

GATOR CAFE (THE) has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has GATOR CAFE (THE) ever been shut down?

Yes, GATOR CAFE (THE) has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at GATOR CAFE (THE)?

The most frequently cited violations at GATOR CAFE (THE) are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

GATOR CAFE (THE)

5747 HWY 4, Baker, FL 32531

Okaloosa County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ECM OF BAKER INC · License: SEA5603284

GATOR CAFE (THE) in Baker, FL has 27 inspections on record with 103 total violations (3.8 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

27Inspections

103Violations

1Closures

Data current as of April 2, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for GATOR CAFE (THE)
Date	Reason	Reopened
Aug 27, 2021	Roach activity	09:09:00

Inspection History (27)

Apr 2, 2025 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Sep 17, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 25, 2024 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

Sep 20, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 21, 2023 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Feb 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 20, 2022 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 17, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 28, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Aug 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 16, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 19, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Dec 8, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 25, 2020 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Feb 6, 2020 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Sep 6, 2019 — Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V23 Chemical properly stored

Apr 30, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Nov 21, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V28 Water supply

Sep 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 13 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V28 Water supply

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Jun 15, 2018 — Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 24, 2018 — Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 20, 2018 — Complaint Full· 12 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 19, 2018 — Complaint Full· 24 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 2, 2018 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Nov 3, 2017 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V21 Time as control

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 17, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Aug 8, 2016 — Routine - Food· 7 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

How Does This Facility Compare?

GATOR CAFE (THE) has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Okaloosa County average of 0.08 closures per facility. It has averaged 3.8 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 1.85.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has GATOR CAFE (THE) had?: GATOR CAFE (THE) has had 27 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has GATOR CAFE (THE) ever been shut down?: Yes, GATOR CAFE (THE) has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at GATOR CAFE (THE)?: The most frequently cited violations at GATOR CAFE (THE) are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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