Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville
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1702 W University Ave Ste A2, Gainesville, FL 32603Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville has accumulated 154 violations across 26 inspections since 2017, averaging 5.9 per visit. The facility has not been shut down but has faced repeated warnings and administrative complaints, particularly between 2020 and 2023. Fire inspectors have cited the same K-class fire extinguisher for being undercharged in 2024, 2025, and 2026. Top violations include improper handling of clean multi-use utensils, missing consumer advisories, and premises cleanliness issues.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
5.9
violations / inspection
5.9 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
Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (4)
— 1 fire violation
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed : the Kclass Fire extinguisher upstairs indicates 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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the silver K Class fire extinguisher indicates that 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.
— 2 fire violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Call Back - Complied
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed: the silver Kclass indicates lack of a full charge. - From follow-up inspection 2024-05-29: No done **Time Extended**
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.
— Food-Licensing Inspection · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed: the silver Kclass indicates lack of a full charge.
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.
Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (26)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections9 violations · 2 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 1 inspection11 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections22 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 5 inspections15 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections12 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— 5 inspections34 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville last inspected?
- Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville are: Clean multi-use utensils, Consumer advisory, Premises clean.
- How many health inspections has Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville had?
- Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville has had 26 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville find?
- Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V25 (Allergen awareness) mean?
- Violation 25 (Allergen awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/25.
- What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
- Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
- What does Florida violation V31 (Clean multi-use utensils) mean?
- Violation 31 (Clean multi-use utensils) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/31.
- Has Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville has 4 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Lil Rudy's at Midtown in Gainesville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Lil Rudys at Midtown (2024-2025).
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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).
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