When was First Watch in Gainesville last inspected?

First Watch #1030 in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

What are the most common violations at First Watch in Gainesville?

The most frequently cited violations at First Watch #1030 in Gainesville are: Shell stock requirements, Food in good condition, Chemical properly stored.

How many health inspections has First Watch in Gainesville had?

First Watch #1030 in Gainesville has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.

What did the most recent inspection of First Watch in Gainesville find?

First Watch #1030 in Gainesville was most recently inspected on October 22, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.

Has First Watch in Gainesville ever been shut down?

No, First Watch #1030 in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.

What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?

Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.

What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?

Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.

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 First Watch in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?

Yes, First Watch #1030 in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

First Watch in Gainesville

Last inspected: October 22, 2025

3729 Sw 40 Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32608

Alachua County · Permanent Food Service
Owner: First Watch Restaurants INC
DBPR License: SEA1103797

Part of: First Watch Florida health inspections, violations & closures

Overview

First Watch in Gainesville has received 4 inspections since November 2024, accumulating 21 violations over that period—an average of 5.3 violations per inspection, slightly above the Florida statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have appeared consistently across inspections, including shell stock requirements cited in 3 inspections, chemical storage violations in 3 inspections, food condition violations in 2 inspections, and employee health reporting and allergen awareness violations. A portable fire extinguisher gauge was found in the red zone during the most recent inspection on October 22, 2025. The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on October 22, 2025 was completed with no further action required.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

4Inspections

21Violations

0Closures

1Fire

Last inspected DBPR: October 22, 2025

First Watch in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 5.3 violations / inspection 5.3 violations per inspection

Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average

This Facility 0 emergency closures 0 closures

Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

First Watch in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

2025 — 1 fire violation

Oct 22, 2025 — Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed : a silver K class fire extinguisher in the office indicating it is not fully charged.

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.

First Watch in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (4)

2025 — 3 inspections18 violations · 12 high priority

Oct 22, 2025 — Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V21 Time as control

V23 Chemical properly stored

Basic Violations

V45 Floor maintenance

Jul 30, 2025 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 19, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V03 Employee health reporting

V10 Approved food source

V11 Food in good condition

V12 Shell stock requirements

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

V53 Outer openings protected

2024 — 1 inspection3 violations · 1 high priority

Nov 12, 2024 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

First Watch in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was First Watch in Gainesville last inspected?: First Watch #1030 in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 22, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at First Watch in Gainesville?: The most frequently cited violations at First Watch #1030 in Gainesville are: Shell stock requirements, Food in good condition, Chemical properly stored.
How many health inspections has First Watch in Gainesville had?: First Watch #1030 in Gainesville has had 4 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of First Watch in Gainesville find?: First Watch #1030 in Gainesville was most recently inspected on October 22, 2025 with 3 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has First Watch in Gainesville ever been shut down?: No, First Watch #1030 in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?: Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?: Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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 First Watch in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?: Yes, First Watch #1030 in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.