Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville

2851 Sw 35th Dr Ste 10, Gainesville, FL 32608

Overview

Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville underwent a routine summarized inspection on May 22, 2025 following a consumer complaint. The inspection documented 7 violations, all intermediate priority (Pf). The facility had not maintained written procedures for responding to vomitus and diarrheal events; the inspector provided a copy of guidance documentation. Breakfast sandwiches in the backroom were date marked for 10 days rather than the required 7 days, though no product had exceeded the proper holding period and the establishment corrected the marking on site. The facility failed to maintain or provide records for special process approval, including labeling, temperature, and verification logs. Two handwashing sink violations were documented and corrected during the inspection: an employee was observed pouring coffee directly into a handwashing sink in the service counter area, which the inspector redirected to a coffee disposal sink, and the warewashing area handwashing sink was being used for storage of rubber gloves and spray cleaner, which were relocated. The inspection was completed with all violations marked as corrected on site.

Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.

1FDACS Insp.
7Violations

Last inspected FDACS: May 22, 2025

Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville: FDACS Inspection History (1)

Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.

— 1 inspection
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 7 violations· Met Requirements

Inspector: DAVID CANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II

Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to [email protected]. Please note each observation that has been corrected. Copy of guidance document for written procedures of vomitus and diarrheal events was provided. Per Request 5132560, a Routine Summarized Inspection was completed and the inspector addressed the issues in the consumer complaint with the person in charge.

Risk-Based Violations

4-602.11(E) Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E)
Service counter area - Mold-like residue was observed on food contact surfaces inside of ice maker. Cos - Ice maker was disassembled, cleaned, and sanitized during inspection.
3-501.17(B) Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) PfPf
Backroom area - Various breakfast sandwiches containing various ingredients requiring date marking were date marked for 10 days. No subject product had been held beyond 7 days. Cos Product was re-marked for 7 days. x Print Date: 5/22/2025 Page 1 of 3 24 Pf Citation Description: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. 2-501.11 Pf Observation: Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food establishment. Inspector provided guidance document.
8-103.12(B) Records not maintained or provided for a special process approval granted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, or a required HACCP plan accepted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. 5K-4.0050(3)(b) and 8-103.12(B) PfPf
Labeling log, temperature log, and verification records were not provided during the inspection. Inspector discussed importance of violation with the person in charge.
5-205.11 Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Service counter area - Employee was observed pouring out coffee into handwashing sink. Cos - Inspector intervened and process was relocated to coffee disposal sink. Warewashing area Handwashing sink was used for storage of rubber gloves and spray cleaner. Cos - All items were adequately relocated from handwashing sink.

Good Retail Practice Violations

3-305.11 Food not stored at least 6 inches above the floor; in a clean, dry location; or food stored where it is exposed to splash, dust or other contamination. 3-305.11
Service counter area - Container with midnight oil coffee was stored next to handwashing sink and under soap dispenser. Cos - Container of coffee was adequately relocated.
5-501.17 Toilet room used by females not provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. 5-501.17
Backroom area - Covered lid waste receptacle was not provided for the unisex restroom.
99 The food establishment permit is not conspicuously displayed. 5K-4.020(2)(d) F.A.C.
Copy of current year food permit was not provided.

Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville last inspected?
Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on May 22, 2025. Inspection type: Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements.
How many inspections has Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville had?
Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville has 1 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville find?
Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville was most recently inspected by FDACS on May 22, 2025 (Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements).
Has Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
No, Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville has no stop-sale or stop-use orders on record with Florida FDACS.
What are the most common violations at Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Foxtail Coffee Co. in Gainesville are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 4-602.11(E): Surface of utensil or equipment contacting food that is not time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned at any time when contamination may have occurred; at least every 24 hours for iced tea dispensers and consumer-self service utensils; before restocking consumer self-service equipment or utensils; or in equipment such as ice bins and beverage dispensing nozzles and enclosed components of equipment such as ice makers, cooking oil storage tanks and distribution lines, beverage and syrup dispensing lines or tunes, coffee bean grinders, and water vending equipment at a frequency specified by the manufacturer, or absent manufacturer specifications, at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil or mold. 4-602.11(E); 3-501.17(B): Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and packaged by a food processing plant not clearly marked, when opened onsite and held for more than 24 hours, to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed, sold, or discarded when held at 41°F or less for a maximum of 7 days; or the day the original container is opened onsite not counted as day 1. 3-501.17(B) Pf.

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