Aldi in Gainesville

Last inspected:

300 Sw 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Part of: Aldi Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

Aldi #197 in Gainesville is a newly constructed grocery store that completed its preoperational inspection process in November 2025. An initial inspection on November 6 identified one priority foundation violation: handwashing sinks in both employee restrooms lacked hot water capability meeting the 100°F minimum temperature required by construction standards. The facility was provided with a minimum construction standards document and given the opportunity to correct the deficiency. A follow-up preoperational inspection on November 12 confirmed compliance with all construction requirements, clearing the way for the food permit to be issued.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
1Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Aldi in Gainesville: FDACS Inspection History (2)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 2 inspections
— Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements

Inspector: DAVID CANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: TRISHA RADANK

Comments: The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit. Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must meet all permitting requirements as specified in Rule 5K-4.020(2)(a)-(e), F.A.C. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Payment by check or money order is also accepted and must be accompanied by an invoice. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your food permit application. Failure to meet all permitting requirements will result in the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit, which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to suspend food activities. Payments can be made online at https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or can be mailed to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, P.O. Box 6720, Tallahassee FL 32314-6720. Checks and money orders are to be payable to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. All payments must include the Food Establishment number and reason of payment type in the memo section of the check or money order. Per Request #5135117, an initial inspection was completed. The food establishment was not operating at the time of the initial inspection.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Did not Meet Preoperational Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Inspected

Inspector: DAVID CANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Person in charge: TRISHA RADANK

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. The Minimum Construction Standards checklist has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector to determine compliance. Per request #5135117 an initial inspection was attempted. The food establishment was not operating at the time of the inspection. The food establishment must provide hot water for the handwashing sinks in the restrooms used by employees. A copy of the minimum construction standards document was provided by the inspector.

Risk-Based Violations

5-202.12(A) Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) PfPf
Backroom area - No hot water available for both of the handwashing sinks in both unisex restrooms used by employees. A copy of the minimum construction standards document was provided.

Aldi in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Aldi in Gainesville last inspected?
Aldi #197 in Gainesville was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on November 12, 2025. Inspection type: Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Aldi in Gainesville had?
Aldi #197 in Gainesville has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Aldi in Gainesville find?
Aldi #197 in Gainesville was most recently inspected by FDACS on November 12, 2025 (Met Preoperational Inspection Requirements).
Has Aldi in Gainesville had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Aldi #197 in Gainesville has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Aldi in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Aldi #197 in Gainesville are: 5-202.12(A): Handwashing sink not equipped to provide hot water at a temperature of at least 100°F through a mixing valve or combination faucet. 5-202.12(A) Pf.

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