La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville
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9513 Nw 39 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32606LA Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville has accumulated 232 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 7 violations per visit. The facility was shut down twice, in 2023 for roach activity and rodent activity. State records document 3 disciplinary actions totaling $2,000 in fines, with the largest penalty at $800. The restaurant's recent inspection pattern shows recurring compliance failures: administrative complaints recommended in four of the last five inspections (February 2023, July 2024, January 2025, August 2025), with high-priority violations cited in nearly every instance, indicating ongoing operational challenges.
Most recent closure: September 21, 2023 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (2)
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2023065155 | $800.00 | Sep 21, 2023 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2022027160 | $400.00 | Apr 18, 2022 | Fort Lauderdale |
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (34)
— 3 inspections15 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections28 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (11 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· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 7 inspections45 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections20 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections8 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville last inspected?
- La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on April 3, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
- When was La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville last shut down?
- La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville was last shut down on September 21, 2023 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 La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville had?
- La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville has had 34 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville find?
- La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville was most recently inspected on April 3, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
- Has La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- Has La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville been fined?
- La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Gainesville has been fined a total of $1,200.00 across 2 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.
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