Pirate's Grill in Gainesville
Last inspected:
1006 Nw 76 Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606Pirate's Grill in Gainesville has been emergency-closed once, on January 31, 2025, for roach activity. Over 24 inspections dating to 2016, the facility recorded 115 violations, averaging 4.8 per inspection — slightly below the Florida statewide average of 5.2. However, the facility has experienced recurring high-priority violations across multiple inspections: hand washing and allergen awareness violations appeared in at least four separate inspections, and employee health policy violations were cited in April 2025. A disciplinary action resulted in $400 in fines. A fire safety violation for a missing portable fire extinguisher was documented in July 2016. The most recent inspection on January 28, 2026 found 6 violations and was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: January 31, 2025 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Pirate's Grill in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Pirate's Grill in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
Pirate's Grill in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $400.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2025034465 | $400.00 | Jan 31, 2025 | Fort Lauderdale |
Pirate's Grill in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Pirate's Grill in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (24)
— 1 inspection2 violations · 1 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 5 inspections22 violations · 14 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection4 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections6 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections9 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 4 inspections14 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Pirate's Grill in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Pirate's Grill in Gainesville last inspected?
- Pirate's Grill in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 28, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Pirate's Grill in Gainesville last shut down?
- Pirate's Grill in Gainesville was last shut down on January 31, 2025 for roach 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 Pirate's Grill in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Pirate's Grill in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Pirate's Grill in Gainesville had?
- Pirate's Grill in Gainesville has had 24 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 Pirate's Grill in Gainesville find?
- Pirate's Grill in Gainesville was most recently inspected on January 28, 2026 with 2 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Pirate's Grill in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Pirate's Grill in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?
- Violation 14 (Food contact surfaces) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/14.
- What does Florida violation V40 (Wiping cloths usage) mean?
- Violation 40 (Wiping cloths usage) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/40.
- Has Pirate's Grill in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Pirate's Grill in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Pirate's Grill in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Pirate's Grill in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $400.00 in fines.
- How much has Pirate's Grill in Gainesville been fined?
- Pirate's Grill in Gainesville has been fined a total of $400.00 across 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.
- Has Pirate's Grill in Gainesville operated under other names?
- Yes, this location previously operated as: Maui Teriyaki/maui Grill (2016).
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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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