Gator Cafe (the) in Baker

Last inspected:

5747 Hwy 4, Baker, FL 32531
Overview

The Gator Cafe in Baker has accumulated 103 violations across 29 inspections since 2016, averaging 3.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity in August 2021 and complied the following day. Food contact surfaces, chemical storage, and hand washing practices account for most violations. The restaurant has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $600 in fines.

Most recent closure: August 27, 2021 for roach activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

29Inspections
103Violations
1Closures
$600in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Gator Cafe (the) in Baker: Comparison to Okaloosa County Averages

This Facility 3.6 violations / inspection 3.6 violations per inspection
Okaloosa County Avg 2.41 violations / inspection 2.41 county average
This Facility 1 emergency closures 1 closures
Okaloosa County Avg 0.1 closures / facility 0.1 county average

Gator Cafe (the) in Baker: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Gator Cafe (the) in Baker
DateReasonReopened
Roach activity 09:09:00

Gator Cafe (the) in Baker: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $600.00

Disciplinary action history for Gator Cafe (the) in Baker
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
6--2021040601 $400.00 Aug 27, 2021 Fort Lauderdale
6--2018022728 $200.00 Apr 19, 2018 Miami (Doral)

Gator Cafe (the) in Baker: Full Inspection History — DBPR (29)

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

— 2 inspections1 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

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

High Priority Violations

— 3 inspections1 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Administrative complaint recommended

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 1 inspection0 violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 5 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 3 inspections4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Warning Issued

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections6 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections35 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

Gator Cafe (the) in Baker: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Gator Cafe (the) in Baker last inspected?
Gator Cafe (the) in Baker was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 6, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Gator Cafe (the) in Baker last shut down?
Gator Cafe (the) in Baker was last shut down on August 27, 2021 for roach activity. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
What are the most common violations at Gator Cafe (the) in Baker?
The most frequently cited violations at Gator Cafe (the) in Baker are: Food contact surfaces, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.
How many health inspections has Gator Cafe (the) in Baker had?
Gator Cafe (the) in Baker has had 29 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3.6 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Gator Cafe (the) in Baker find?
Gator Cafe (the) in Baker was most recently inspected on March 6, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Gator Cafe (the) in Baker ever been shut down?
Yes, Gator Cafe (the) in Baker has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Gator Cafe (the) in Baker faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Gator Cafe (the) in Baker has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
How much has Gator Cafe (the) in Baker been fined?
Gator Cafe (the) in Baker has been fined a total of $600.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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