Paper Bag in Gainesville

Last inspected:

11 Se 1 Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Overview

Paper Bag in Gainesville has accumulated 158 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.8 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. State records document 2 disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. The most frequently cited violations involve food contact surfaces, ventilation, and consumer advisories.

Most recent closure: October 17, 2019 for roach & rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

33Inspections
158Violations
2Closures
$1,200in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Paper Bag in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 4.8 violations / inspection 4.8 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg 5.1 violations / inspection 5.1 county average
This Facility 2 emergency closures 2 closures
Alachua County Avg 0.23 closures / facility 0.23 county average

Paper Bag in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (2)

Emergency closure history for Paper Bag in Gainesville
DateReasonReopened
Roach & rodent activity 15:40:00
Rodent activity 18:32:00

Paper Bag in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $1,200.00

Disciplinary action history for Paper Bag in Gainesville
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2019053223 $800.00 Oct 17, 2019 Fort Lauderdale
5--2019039972 $400.00 Jul 29, 2019 Miami (Doral)

Paper Bag in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)

— 2 inspections7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections24 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 5 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 13 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 3 inspections7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection1 violations · 1 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

— 9 inspections20 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Not Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative Complaint Time Extension
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections29 violations · 16 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Paper Bag in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Paper Bag in Gainesville last inspected?
Paper Bag in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 23, 2026. The result was: Call Back - Complied.
When was Paper Bag in Gainesville last shut down?
Paper Bag in Gainesville was last shut down on October 17, 2019 for roach & 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 Paper Bag in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited violations at Paper Bag in Gainesville are: Food contact surfaces, Proper ventilation, Consumer advisory.
How many health inspections has Paper Bag in Gainesville had?
Paper Bag in Gainesville has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.8 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Paper Bag in Gainesville find?
Paper Bag in Gainesville was most recently inspected on January 23, 2026 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Call Back - Complied.
Has Paper Bag in Gainesville ever been shut down?
Yes, Paper Bag in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 2 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Paper Bag in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Paper Bag in Gainesville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
How much has Paper Bag in Gainesville been fined?
Paper Bag 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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