Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville
1260 Sw 5 Ave #110, Gainesville, FL 32601
Playa Bowls Gainesville has accumulated 17 violations across 3 inspections since January 2024, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection — slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been cited in the two most recent inspections, including approved food source violations in both September 2025 and August 2024, chemical storage violations in September 2025, and shell stock requirement violations appearing twice. The facility has not been emergency-closed. The most recent inspection on September 30, 2025 found 6 high-priority violations and was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Last inspected DBPR: September 30, 2025
Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (3)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville last inspected?
- Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 30, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville are: Food contact surfaces, Toxic substance control, Shell stock requirements.
- How many health inspections has Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville had?
- Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville has had 3 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.7 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville find?
- Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville was most recently inspected on September 30, 2025 with 7 violation(s), including 1 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, Playa Bowls Gainesville in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
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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