David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville
Last inspected:
521 Ne 23 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609David's Real Pit BBQ has operated in Gainesville under two names since 2016, accumulating 207 violations across 32 inspections (6.5 per visit). The facility received one disciplinary action resulting in a $600 fine. Fire safety inspections documented a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone and improper storage underneath a prep table. Top recurring violations include consumer advisory citations (17), shell stock requirements (13), and employee health reporting issues (12), with a pattern of administrative complaints from 2023 through 2025.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
6.4
violations / inspection
6.4 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
0
emergency closures
0 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.24
closures / facility
0.24 county average
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024019305 | $600.00 | Jan 23, 2024 | Tampa |
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Fire extinguisher stored underneath prep table next to back door.
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 2 inspections3 violations
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations · Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 5 inspections37 violations · 26 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections24 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 5 inspections40 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville last inspected?
- David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on May 12, 2026. The result was: Warning Issued.
- What are the most common violations at David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Shell stock requirements, Proper ventilation.
- How many health inspections has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville had?
- David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville find?
- David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville was most recently inspected on May 12, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Warning Issued.
- Has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V32 (Proper sanitizing) mean?
- Violation 32 (Proper sanitizing) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/32.
- What does Florida violation V35 (Single-use items) mean?
- Violation 35 (Single-use items) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/35.
- What does Florida violation V36 (Proper ventilation) mean?
- Violation 36 (Proper ventilation) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/36.
- Has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $600.00 in fines.
- How much has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville been fined?
- David's BBQ & Catering #2 in Gainesville has been fined a total of $600.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: David's Real Pit BBQ (2023).
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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).
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