Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville
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1712 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 326031839Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville has been emergency-closed twice, including for roach activity on February 11, 2021 and rodent activity on February 26, 2020. The facility has had 25 inspections on record between 2020 and March 2026, documenting 130 total violations at an average of 5.2 per inspection, which equals the statewide average. However, recent inspections show elevated violation counts: the March 10, 2026 routine inspection found 21 violations, and the March 31, 2025 inspection found 5 violations. Violations have included recurring issues with food contact surfaces (cited in 2023, 2022, and 2025), proper hand washing and food source approval (each appearing in multiple years), and chemical storage (cited in 2022). The facility has been subject to two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines. The most recent inspection on March 10, 2026 was completed with no further action required.
Most recent closure: February 11, 2021 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021007896 | $800.00 | Feb 11, 2021 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2020012107 | $400.00 | Feb 26, 2020 | Tampa |
Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (25)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections25 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville last inspected?
- Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville last shut down?
- Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville was last shut down on February 11, 2021 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 Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville are: Food contact surfaces, Consumer advisory, Single-use items.
- How many health inspections has Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville had?
- Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville has had 25 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5.2 violations per inspection, matching the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville find?
- Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville was most recently inspected on March 10, 2026 with 7 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?
- Violation 22 (Consumer advisory) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/22.
- What does Florida violation V27 (Correct procedures) mean?
- Violation 27 (Correct procedures) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/27.
- Has Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Salty Dog Saloon in Gainesville been fined?
- Salty Dog Saloon 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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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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