Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville
Last inspected:
5112 Nw 34 Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32605Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville has been emergency-closed once, on July 17, 2024, for roach and fly activity. The facility has accumulated 215 violations across 24 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.96 violations per inspection—significantly exceeding Florida's statewide average of 5.2. Employee health reporting violations have been cited in at least 7 of the last 8 inspections, with proper hand washing and chemical storage appearing repeatedly as high-priority findings. The facility has incurred four disciplinary actions totaling $4,140 in fines. Fire safety violations documented in January 2024 and December 2025 involved improper propane tank storage inside the building and a portable fire extinguisher in the red zone. The most recent inspection on February 4, 2026 (complaint-based) identified 24 violations including three high-priority citations for employee health reporting, consumer advisory, and food contact surfaces, resulting in an administrative complaint recommendation.
Most recent closure: July 17, 2024 for roach & fly activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (4)
Total fines on record: $4,140.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024054907 | $400.00 | Jul 17, 2024 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2016045951 | $2,320.00 | Sep 26, 2016 | District 9 | |
| 5--2015038269 | $1,100.00 | Aug 14, 2015 | Tampa | |
| 5--2015021286 | $320.00 | May 6, 2015 | Miami (Doral) |
Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 48-04-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection8 violations · 5 high priority
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections31 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections29 violations · 19 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections25 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections19 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville last inspected?
- Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on February 4, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville last shut down?
- Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville was last shut down on July 17, 2024 for roach & fly 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 Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Proper sewage disposal.
- How many health inspections has Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville had?
- Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville has had 24 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville find?
- Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville was most recently inspected on February 4, 2026 with 11 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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.
- What does Florida violation V12 (Shell stock requirements) mean?
- Violation 12 (Shell stock requirements) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/12.
- Has Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville has 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $4,140.00 in fines.
- How much has Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville been fined?
- Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville has been fined a total of $4,140.00 across 4 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Nopal Restaurant in Gainesville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Nopal by Cintron (2024).
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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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