Grill Express in Gainesville
Last inspected:
808 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601Grill Express in Gainesville has accumulated 217 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.6 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $500 fine. Food contact surfaces, consumer advisories, and hand washing compliance have been the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: August 23, 2021 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Grill Express in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
6.6
violations / inspection
6.6 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
Grill Express in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Grill Express in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021040838 | $500.00 | Aug 23, 2021 | Tampa |
Grill Express in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 4 inspections20 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections30 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 6 inspections33 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections43 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections3 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Grill Express in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Grill Express in Gainesville last inspected?
- Grill Express in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 8, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Grill Express in Gainesville last shut down?
- Grill Express in Gainesville was last shut down on August 23, 2021 for 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 Grill Express in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Grill Express in Gainesville are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing.
- How many health inspections has Grill Express in Gainesville had?
- Grill Express in Gainesville has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.6 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Grill Express in Gainesville find?
- Grill Express in Gainesville was most recently inspected on December 8, 2025 with 12 violation(s), including 4 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Grill Express in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Grill Express in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- 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.
- Has Grill Express in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Grill Express in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Grill Express in Gainesville been fined?
- Grill Express in Gainesville has been fined a total of $500.00 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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