Prime and Pearl in Gainesville

Last inspected:

4949 Celebration Pointe Ave Ste70, Gainesville, FL 32608
Overview

Prime and Pearl in Gainesville has been cited repeatedly for shell stock handling violations across multiple inspections since 2023, reflecting systemic issues with raw shellfish management and consumer advisories. The facility has averaged 5.4 violations per inspection across 14 inspections on record, slightly above the statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have included shell stock requirements, hand washing, management awareness, employee health reporting, and proper cooking temperatures. A Warning Issued disposition in October 2024 and again in October 2023 signals formal escalation for recurring deficiencies. The most recent inspection on December 9, 2025 was triggered by a complaint and yielded 18 violations, though the disposition was Inspection Completed - No Further Action. A portable fire extinguisher gauge reading in the red zone was noted in the December 2025 inspection for reporting purposes only.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

14Inspections
76Violations
0Closures
1Fire

Last inspected DBPR:

Prime and Pearl in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 5.4 violations / inspection 5.4 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

Prime and Pearl in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (1)

— 1 fire violation

— Complaint Full · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed : the Kclass fire extinguisher is in the red zone.

Prime and Pearl in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (14)

— 3 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections17 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— 1 inspection3 violations
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 3 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

Prime and Pearl in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prime and Pearl in Gainesville last inspected?
Prime and Pearl in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
What are the most common violations at Prime and Pearl in Gainesville?
The most frequently cited violations at Prime and Pearl in Gainesville are: Shell stock requirements, Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal.
How many health inspections has Prime and Pearl in Gainesville had?
Prime and Pearl in Gainesville has had 14 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.4 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Prime and Pearl in Gainesville find?
Prime and Pearl in Gainesville was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 5 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Prime and Pearl in Gainesville ever been shut down?
No, Prime and Pearl in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
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.
What does Florida violation V29 (Proper sewage disposal) mean?
Violation 29 (Proper sewage disposal) is classified as a intermediate priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/29.
Has Prime and Pearl in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
Yes, Prime and Pearl in Gainesville has 1 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.

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