Esperanza in Gainesville
Last inspected:
2441 Nw 43 St Ste 13, Gainesville, FL 32606Esperanza in Gainesville has accumulated 250 violations across 32 inspections since 2016, averaging 7.8 per visit. The restaurant was shut down once for roach and rodent activity. In August 2025, inspectors issued an emergency order after finding 38 violations in a single visit, with 12 flagged as high priority, followed by three consecutive compliance inspections. The facility has faced one disciplinary action totaling $1,000 in fines. Top recurring violations involve consumer advisories, improper hand washing, and failure to properly clean multi-use utensils.
Most recent closure: August 12, 2025 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Esperanza in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
7.8
violations / inspection
7.8 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Esperanza in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Esperanza in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $1,000.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025072692 | $1,000.00 | Aug 12, 2025 | Jacksonville |
Esperanza in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Emergency order recommended
Inspector Observation: Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only.
Exit door blocked with cart. Manager removed cart. **Corrected On-Site**
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.
Esperanza in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (32)
— 7 inspections53 violations · 31 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 22 violations (12 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections31 violations · 20 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections17 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Esperanza in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Esperanza in Gainesville last inspected?
- Esperanza in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on November 24, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Esperanza in Gainesville last shut down?
- Esperanza in Gainesville was last shut down on August 12, 2025 for roach & rodent 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 Esperanza in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Esperanza in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Clean multi-use utensils.
- How many health inspections has Esperanza in Gainesville had?
- Esperanza in Gainesville has had 32 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Esperanza in Gainesville find?
- Esperanza in Gainesville was most recently inspected on November 24, 2025 with 8 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Esperanza in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Esperanza in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V23 (Chemical properly stored) mean?
- Violation 23 (Chemical properly stored) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/23.
- Has Esperanza in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Esperanza in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Esperanza in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Esperanza in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,000.00 in fines.
- How much has Esperanza in Gainesville been fined?
- Esperanza in Gainesville has been fined a total of $1,000.00 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).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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