Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville

Last inspected:

2216 Sw Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32609
Overview

Book Nook Cafe, a mobile food vendor in Gainesville, had one violation on record during the permit application process. A Pf-level (priority foundation) violation for missing sanitizer test strips was cited on January 30, 2026 and marked as a repeat finding. A follow-up focused inspection conducted offsite on February 18, 2026 documented a verbal conversation to assist the establishment with compliance of recent food safety observations. No stop-sale or stop-use orders are on record.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

2FDACS Insp.
1Violations

Last inspected FDACS:

Book Nook Cafe 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
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to document a verbal conversation to help assist the food establishment with compliance of recent food safety observations and questions relating to their operation.

No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.

— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 1 violation· Met Requirements

Inspector: KENNETH DAVIDSON, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST I

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 (Mobile Food Unit Requirements) 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.

Good Retail Practice Violations

4-302.14 Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 PfRepeat
No sanitizer test strips available during the inspection.

Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville last inspected?
Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on February 18, 2026. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
How many inspections has Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville had?
Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville has 2 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville find?
Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville was most recently inspected by FDACS on February 18, 2026 (Focused Inspection).
Has Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Book Nook Cafe in Gainesville are: 4-302.14: Test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in MG/L of sanitizing solution not provided. 4-302.14 Pf.

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