How many health inspections has EMBERS WOOD GRILL had?

EMBERS WOOD GRILL has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has EMBERS WOOD GRILL ever been shut down?

No, EMBERS WOOD GRILL has no emergency closures on record.

What are the most common violations at EMBERS WOOD GRILL?

The most frequently cited violations at EMBERS WOOD GRILL are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V41 (Toilet facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE: Inadequate toilet facilities discourage proper restroom use and handwashing by employees. Lack of supplies (toilet paper, soap, towels) prevents proper hygiene. Non-functioning toilets force employees to delay bathroom breaks, increasing contamination risk. Self-closing doors prevent airborne contamination from reaching food areas. Provide adequate, clean toilet facilities: properly functioning toilets, toilet paper, self-closing doors, handwashing sink with hot/cold water, soap, paper towels. Maintain cleanliness throughout the day. Ensure facilities are accessible to employees at all times. Post handwashing signs. Facilities must comply with ADA requirements.

EMBERS WOOD GRILL

3545 SW 34 ST #A, Gainesville, FL 32608-2776

Alachua County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: EMBERS OF FLORIDA, LLC · License: SEA1103009

EMBERS WOOD GRILL in Gainesville, FL has 19 inspections on record with 98 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 0 emergency closures.

19Inspections

98Violations

0Closures

Data current as of February 28, 2025

Inspection History (19)

Feb 28, 2025 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V41 Toilet facilities

Oct 30, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

May 15, 2024 — Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Feb 15, 2024 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Sep 19, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V09 No contamination

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V36 Proper ventilation

Apr 19, 2023 — Routine - Food· 5 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V14 Food contact surfaces

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

Dec 8, 2022 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V23 Chemical properly stored

Apr 26, 2022 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V41 Toilet facilities

Nov 12, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Apr 27, 2021 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V09 No contamination

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Oct 28, 2020 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V12 Shell stock requirements

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Feb 5, 2020 — Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

Aug 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 16, 2019 — Complaint Full· 4 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V10 Approved food source

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Sep 10, 2018 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V36 Proper ventilation

V41 Toilet facilities

Jan 8, 2018 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V16 Proper cooking temps

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Aug 15, 2017 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

Mar 20, 2017 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V10 Approved food source

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V36 Proper ventilation

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Basic Violations

V50 Adequate lighting

Sep 30, 2016 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

How Does This Facility Compare?

EMBERS WOOD GRILL has had 0 emergency closures, compared to the Alachua County average of 0.17 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 3.49.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has EMBERS WOOD GRILL had?: EMBERS WOOD GRILL has had 19 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has EMBERS WOOD GRILL ever been shut down?: No, EMBERS WOOD GRILL has no emergency closures on record.
What are the most common violations at EMBERS WOOD GRILL?: The most frequently cited violations at EMBERS WOOD GRILL are: Consumer advisory, Chemical properly stored, Proper hand/arm washing.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

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).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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Last verified: February 28, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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