Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville
4221 Nw 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605
Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville, FL has 7 FDACS food safety inspections on record with 23 violations.
Last inspected FDACS: January 21, 2026
Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville: FDACS Inspection History (7)
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.
— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 9 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
Risk-Based Violations
7-201.11
Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment,
utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by
spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food,
equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Warewashing room - Various cleaning chemicals were stored directly on top of drain board
and over drain board of a warewashing sink. Cos - Cleaning chemicals were adequately relocated. Retail
area - Chemical spray cleaner was stored on counter over Froster cups at self-service beverage counter.
Cos - Spray cleaner was adequately relocated.
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5-205.11
Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee
use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Warewashing area - Containers of odor eliminator and cleaning pad stored on handwashing
sink. Cos - Odor eliminators and cleaning pad were adequately relocated.
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No proof of a certified food protection manager was available during the inspection. Inspector
provided list of course/test providers.
Good Retail Practice Violations
6-202.15
Outer opening not protected against the entry of insects and rodents by filling or
closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; closed, tight-fitting windows; and solid,
self-closing, tight-fitting doors. Windows or doors kept open for ventilation or other purposes not protected
against the entry of insects and rodents by 16 mesh to 1 inch screens; properly designed and installed air
curtains to control flying insects; or other effective means. 6-202.15
Retail area - There is a gap exposing daylight at the bottom of the front entry door.
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas
contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air
gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Outside area - There is no backflow prevention device for the threaded hose bibb on the east
side of the building.
5-501.16(B)-(C)
Waste receptacle not provided in each area where refuse is generated or commonly
discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are placed, or at each lavatory or group of adjacent
lavatories where disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories. 5-501.16(B)-(C)
Warewashing area - There is no waste receptacle for paper towels generated from
handwashing to be discarded.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean, or cleaning
not done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed such as after closing. 6-501.12Repeat
Retail area - There is a buildup of sticky residue and soil on the counter tops under the
Froster machine, Polar Pop manchines, and coffee units at the self-service beverage counters.
81
Kratom Products improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule 5KER25-6.
Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as provided in
5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of the package.
Kratom Products were observed to be improperly labeled as provided in emergency rule
5KER25-6. Kratom products must be labeled with the concentration of 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) as
provided in 5KER25-6, expressed in "parts per million (PPM) on a dry-weight basis," of the net contents of
the package. Cos - 7-OH PPM content labels were affixed to product containers during inspection.
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83
Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C.
Retailer selling kratom products for human consumption did not post a clear and
conspicuous sign directly adjacent to the display of the products which states: "THE SALE OF KRATOM
TO PERSONS UNDER THE AGE OF 21 IS PROHIBITED, PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED FOR
PURCHASE". 5K-4.030(4)(a), F.A.C. Cos - Age restriction sign was provided by inspector and posted by
the person in charge.
— 4 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: This Focused Inspection is being conducted offsite to ensure required and/or requested documentation has been received from
the food establishment. Water and Sewer documentation received.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Food Establishment must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved
source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to:
[email protected]
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: Food Establishment must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved
source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to:
[email protected]
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Inspection Requirements· 14 violations· Met Requirements
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.
Food Establishment must submit updated documentation demonstrating the water supply for its facility comes from an approved
source, as required by Rule 5K-4.004(3)(a), FAC. Please submit the documents within 30 days of this visit to:
[email protected]
Per Request #5113706 a Summarized Inspection was completed and the inspector addressed the issues in the consumer
complaint with the person in charge.
List for Certified Food Protection Manager course/test providers, guidance for written procedures of Vomitus and Diarrheal events
handout, and Kratom handout were provided by the inspector.
Risk-Based Violations
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to
an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment. See
comments.
7-201.11
Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment,
utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by
spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food,
equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Warewashing area - Chemicals were stored on top of and on rack over the warewshing sink
drain board. Floor cleaner was stored on top of stack of beverages. Cos - All chemicals were adequately
relocated during the inspection.
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7-301.11
Poisonous or toxic materials for retail sale not stored or displayed to prevent
contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating
the poisonous or toxic materials by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic materials in an
area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-301.11
PP
Retail area - Cleaning chemicals were stored on retail display shelf directly next to single use
food articles. Chemicals were adequately relocated.
x
95
Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No proof of a certified food protection manager provided during the inspection. See
comments.
Good Retail Practice Violations
3-305.11
Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food
stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Retail area - Boxed creamer was stored directly on the floor inside of base cabinet at the
beverage counter.
4-903.11(A)
Single-service or single-use articles not stored in a clean, dry location; at least 6
inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination. 4-903.11(A)
Outside grounds - Case of beverage cups was stored directly on the floor inside of storage
out building.
4-501.11
Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part
of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when a
container is opened. 4-501.11
Retail area - Door handle is missing for the self-service microwave at the beverage counter.
4-602.13
Nonfood-contact surface of equipment not cleaned at a frequency necessary to
preclude accumulation of soil residue. 4-602.13
Retail area - There was a buildup of residue on the outside of the Coke flavor froster
dispensing spout at the beverage counter. Cos - The dispensing spout was cleaned during the inspection.
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas
contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air
gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Outside area - There is no backflow prevention device on threaded hose bibb on the east
side of the building.
5-501.16(B)-(C)
Waste receptacle not provided in each area where refuse is generated or commonly
discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are placed, or at each lavatory or group of adjacent
lavatories where disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories. 5-501.16(B)-(C)
Warewashing area - There is no waste receptacle in the warewashing room for the trash
generated from drying hands with paper towels at the handwashing sink.
5-501.11
Storage areas, enclosures, and receptacles for refuse, recyclables, and returnables
not maintained in good repair. 5-501.111
Outside grounds - Dumpster enclosure doors have damage.
5-501.11
Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables not
kept covered with tight-fitting lids or doors when located outdoors; or indoor receptacles that contain food
not kept covered when not in continuous use or after they are filled. 5-501.113
Outside grounds - Dumpster lids were left open.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not maintained in good repair. 6-501.11
There are multiple damaged ceiling tiles throughout the establishment. There are multiple
missing ceiling tiles throughout the food establishment. Retail area - Base storage shelf is missing inside of
base cabinet at the beverage counter.
99
The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Copy of the 2024 food permit was not available at the time of the inspection.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia - 2nd attempt
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Offsite Focused Visit to conduct assessment for Hurricane Idalia
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville last inspected?
- Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on January 21, 2026. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
- How many inspections has Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville had?
- Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville has 7 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville find?
- Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville was most recently inspected by FDACS on January 21, 2026 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
- Has Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- No, Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
- What are the most common violations at Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville are: 7-201.11: Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 P; 5-203.14: Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf; 5-501.16(B)-(C): Waste receptacle not provided in each area where refuse is generated or commonly discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are placed, or at each lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories where disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories. 5-501.16(B)-(C).
- Does Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville have any repeat violations?
- Yes, Circle K # 1313 in Gainesville has had the following violations cited on multiple FDACS inspections: 7-201.11: Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 P; 5-203.14: Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf; 5-501.16(B)-(C): Waste receptacle not provided in each area where refuse is generated or commonly discarded, or where recyclables or returnables are placed, or at each lavatory or group of adjacent lavatories where disposable towels are used at handwashing lavatories. 5-501.16(B)-(C).
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