Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville
Last inspected:
1340 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32641Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville has accumulated 595 violations across 45 inspections since 2016, averaging 13.2 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Fire safety records show seven violations over three years, including repeated citations for fire extinguishers in the recharge zone and a 2025 warning for operating fryers without a working hood suppression system. The establishment faces recurring violations in chemical storage, sewage disposal, and ventilation, with multiple administrative complaints filed between 2023 and 2024.
Most recent closure: December 1, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
13.2
violations / inspection
13.2 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
Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023008470 | $400.00 | Dec 1, 2022 | Miami (Doral) |
Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (7)
— 3 fire violations
— Complaint Partial · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Use of cooking equipment producing grease laden vapors/smoke with no hood suppression system installed. Notified Fire AHJ. For reporting purposes only.
Hood system not working per person in charge, establishment open with fryers turned on no ventilation system turned on. **Warning**
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.
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Extinguisher in kitchen and by back door both in the recharge red zone. **Repeat Violation**
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.
— Complaint Full · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Extinguisher in outside storage room and extinguisher by back door both in the recharge zone.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
In the recharge zone by the back door in kitchen and also in the lobby area.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the fire extinguisher by the back door indicates in the recharge zone.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 47-03-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Observed electrical outlet in disrepair. For reporting purposes only.
Electrical outlet in kitchen next to entrance door missing cover.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 46-04-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Unapproved lock. Walk-in freezer and walk-in cooler doors both have dead bolt slide locks.
For reporting purposes only.
Legal Basis: Reporting: Means of access, including entrances, halls, and stairways, must permit unobstructed travel at all times and shall be clean, ventilated and well-lighted day and night. Hall and stair runners shall be kept in good condition. Railways, as defined in 61C-1.001(23), F.A.C., shall be installed on all stairways and around all porches and steps. For reporting purposes only.
Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (45)
— 6 inspections36 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections33 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 7 inspections80 violations · 43 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 16 violations (7 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 24 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 9 inspections80 violations · 43 high priority
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 17 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 16 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 20 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections27 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections11 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections31 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections44 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Complaint Full· 13 violations (6 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 19 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— 3 inspections35 violations · 13 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 12 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Complaint Full· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 15 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville last inspected?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 15, 2025. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville last shut down?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville was last shut down on December 1, 2022 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 Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville are: Chemical properly stored, Proper ventilation, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville had?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville has had 45 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 13.2 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville find?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville was most recently inspected on December 15, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville has 7 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville been fined?
- Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Hook Fish & Chicken in Gainesville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Gainesville Fish and Chicken (2022-2023).
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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.
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