David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville
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5121 Nw 39 Ave a, Gainesville, FL 32606David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville has been emergency-closed once for roach activity on March 4, 2025, and received a $400 fine in formal disciplinary action. The facility averaged 4.9 violations per inspection across 25 inspections, slightly below the statewide average of 5.2. However, the violation pattern is concerning: employee health policy violations appeared repeatedly in 2025 (cited in December and March), hand-washing violations were documented in multiple inspections, improper chemical storage was cited across four separate inspections (July, May, October 2024, and March 2024), and shell stock requirements violations appeared in both July and October 2024 and July 2025. High-priority violations (imminent health hazards) have been consistently documented throughout the inspection record, including food contact surface contamination, approved food source violations, and parasite destruction failures. The most recent inspection on December 8, 2025 documented six high-priority violations despite being closed as "Inspection Completed - No Further Action," and the facility had not fully complied with an emergency order callback on March 5, 2025.
Most recent closure: March 4, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025042602 | $400.00 | Mar 4, 2025 | Tampa |
David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 6 inspections24 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- Is David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville under active enforcement?
- Records show 3 emergency order inspections between March 4, 2025 and March 5, 2025. This data reflects state records at time of publication. The facility may have since resolved these issues.
- When was David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville last inspected?
- David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 15, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville last shut down?
- David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville was last shut down on March 4, 2025 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 David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville had?
- David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville find?
- David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville was most recently inspected on April 15, 2026 with 3 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- What does Florida violation V42 (Equipment condition) mean?
- Violation 42 (Equipment condition) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/42.
- Has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville been fined?
- David's BBQ & Catering in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
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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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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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