Ocean Buffet in Gainesville
Last inspected:
6795 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville, FL 32605Ocean Buffet in Gainesville has accumulated 383 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 8.9 per visit. The facility has never been shut down but faces a pattern of repeated enforcement, with five administrative complaints recommended since 2024. Fire inspections cited an overcharged fire extinguisher in 2018, a hazard noted as persisting through at least August of that year. The restaurant's top recurring violations involve employee health reporting, chemical storage, and utensil cleanliness.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Ocean Buffet in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
8.9
violations / inspection
8.9 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
Ocean Buffet in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $120.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016006156 | $120.00 | Jan 26, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Ocean Buffet in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Inspector Observation: - From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the silver fire extinguisher, showing the pressure indicator at 2 o'clock position, overcharged. - From follow-up inspection 2018-08-17: The large silver fire extinguisher is still in the red zone, overcharged. **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.
— Routine - Food · 45-02-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the silver fire extinguisher, showing the pressure indicator at 2 o'clock position, overcharged.
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.
Ocean Buffet in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 6 inspections35 violations · 25 high priority
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 5 inspections32 violations · 19 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (5 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· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections20 violations · 12 high priority
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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— 8 inspections58 violations · 43 high priority
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 10 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections36 violations · 23 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— 4 inspections21 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections43 violations · 34 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 12 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Complaint Full· 13 violations (9 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
Ocean Buffet in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Ocean Buffet in Gainesville last inspected?
- Ocean Buffet in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 1, 2025. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- What are the most common violations at Ocean Buffet in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Ocean Buffet in Gainesville are: Employee health reporting, Clean multi-use utensils, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Ocean Buffet in Gainesville had?
- Ocean Buffet in Gainesville has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 8.9 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Ocean Buffet in Gainesville find?
- Ocean Buffet in Gainesville was most recently inspected on December 1, 2025 with 14 violation(s), including 3 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Ocean Buffet in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, Ocean Buffet in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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 V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- Has Ocean Buffet in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Ocean Buffet in Gainesville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Ocean Buffet in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Ocean Buffet in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $120.00 in fines.
- How much has Ocean Buffet in Gainesville been fined?
- Ocean Buffet in Gainesville has been fined a total of $120.00 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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