Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville
Last inspected:
3321 Sw Archer Rd Ste 20, Gainesville, FL 32608Part of: Smoothie King Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Smoothie King 865 in Gainesville has been subject to multiple stop-use orders for unsanitary equipment since January 2024. A stop-use order issued January 24, 2025 required the immediate removal of 16 blender pitchers and lids and 28 flavoring containers with buildup of old food residue on food-contact surfaces. Two additional stop-use orders issued May 20, 2025 for unsanitary equipment were resolved after cleaning, sanitization, and inspection verification. The facility's most recent inspection on August 5, 2025 was a focused inspection addressing consumer complaints and found zero violations. An August 1, 2025 inspection identified 9 violations including poisonous materials stored over food, lack of backflow prevention on warewashing sink, and no hand-drying means at a handwashing sink; violations were corrected on site. The facility has operated under various compliance challenges including equipment sanitation and handwashing sink maintenance across multiple 2025 inspections.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville: FDACS Inspection History (8)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 6 inspections
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Per Request# 5136586 a Focused Inspection was completed and the inspector addressed the issues in the consumer complaint
with the person in charge.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 9 violations· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Inspector provided list for Certified Food Protection Manager course/test providers.
Risk-Based Violations
7-201.11
Poisonous or toxic materials not stored to prevent contamination of food,
equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles by separating the poisonous or toxic
material by spacing or partitioning, or locating the poisonous or toxic material in an area that is not above
food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles. 7-201.11 PP
Processing area - Spray cleaner was stored on table over shelf holding cases of bananas.
Cos - Spray cleaner was adequately relocated. Various spray cleaners were stored on shelf over boxes of
single use food service gloves. Cos - Gloves were relocated for adequate segregation.
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6-301.11
Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with
hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not
provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean
towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high
velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Processing area - No means for drying hands provided for the handwashing sink next to ice
maker. Cos - Paper towels were provided.
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Establishment does not have a certified food protection manager who has passed a
test through a recognized accredited program. 5K-4.021(1), F.A.C.
No proof of a certified food protection manager available. Inspector provided list of
course/test providers.
Good Retail Practice Violations
2-402.11
Food employee not wearing a hair restraint such as a hat, hair covering or net,
beard restraint, or clothing that covers body hair, that is designed and worn to effectively keep their hair
from contacting exposed food; clean equipment, utensils, and linens; and unwrapped single-service and
single-use articles. 2-402.11
Employee working where exposed foods were present was observed without hair nor beard
covering. Cos - Inspector discussed requirements with the person in charge. Adequate hair & beard
restraint was acquired and worn.
3-304.14(E)
Container of chemical sanitizer solutions in which wet wiping cloths are held
between uses not stored off the floor, or not used in a manner that prevents contamination of food,
equipment, utensils, linens, or single-service and single-use articles. 3-304.14(E)
Service counter area - Bucket with sanitizer was stored on same shelf along with smoothie
toppings. Cos - Sanitizer bucket was adequately relocated.
4-903.11(A)
Cleaned equipment or utensils, or laundered linens not stored in a clean, dry
location; at least 6 inches above the floor; or where they are not exposed to splash, dust, or other
contamination. Clean equipment or utensils not stored in a self-draining position that allows air drying, or
not covered or inverted. 4-903.11(A) and (B)
Processing area - Utensils were stored for air drying on paper towels lining table. Cos Utensils were cleaned and sanitized. Ice scoop was stored in wall mount caddy in contact with visible dark
residue inside of caddy. Cos - Caddy and ice scoop were cleaned and sanitized.
5-205.15(B)
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair. 5-205.15(B)
Service counter area - Water leaks from faucet mount of handwashing sink.
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas
contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an
air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Processing area - No backflow prevention device on warewashing sink faucet with exposed
threads.
6-202.14
Toilet room located inside the food establishment not completely enclosed or not
provided with a tight-fitting self-closing door. 6-202.14
Backroom area - Restroom door is not self-closing.
— Focused Inspection· 2 stop-sale orders· Focused Inspection
Comments: Check-Back release issued for Stop Use and/or Stop Sale Order.
This check-back inspection conducted to verify compliance of food safety citations observed during previous inspection. The
compliance issues that required a Check-Back have been resolved.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned
and sanitized.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned
and sanitized.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was cleaned, sanitized, checked, and released.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: The original Stop-Use Order issued on 01/24/25 for 16 Blender Pitchers and Lids, and 28 Flavoring Containers in unsanitary
condition remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850)
245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety
inspector visit for written release of product and/or equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will
result in Administrative Action.
Focused Inspection, Check-Back, conducted off-site. Person in charge stated that the equipment under Stop Use Order remains
on premises under Stop Use Order in the food establishment.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Focused Inspection - Check-back Needed· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: The original Stop-Use Order issued on 01/24/25 for 16 Blender Pitchers and Lids, and 28 Flavoring Containers in unsanitary
condition remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business Center at (850)
245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food safety
inspector visit for written release of product and/or equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or will
result in Administrative Action.
Equipment under Stop Use Order were observed to be on site during the inspection.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
— Operating Without a Valid Food Permit - Focused Inspection - Check-back· 3 violations· 2 stop-sale orders· Re-Inspection Required
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
Risk-Based Violations
4-601.11(A)
Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A)
PfPf
Service counter area - There was a buildup of old food residue observed on the inside
surfaces of the blender pitchers at the blending station. Warewashing area - There was a buildup of old
food residue observed on the inside surfaces of the blender pitchers on the drain shelving over the
warewashing sink. There was dried old food residue on the inside surfaces of various flavoring containers
stored on dry storage rack across from the warewashing sink. Stop Use Orders Issued. Please see
supplemental report.
5-205.11
Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee
use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 PfPf
Service counter area - A pump container was stored in the handwashing sink. Cos - Pump
container was adequately relocated.
Good Retail Practice Violations
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Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit.
500.12(1)(a), F.S., 5K-4.020(5), F.A.C.
Expired Permit - The food establishment is operating without a valid food permit. Please see
comments.
A Supplemental Report was also issued during the visit which includes important information for management.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned
and sanitized.
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned
and sanitized.
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Print Date: 1/24/2025
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When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the meaning
of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives notice that
such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order warns all
persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use, or disposal
is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed article or
processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you must
identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the facts
alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
Ronnie Jackson
I, _____________________________________________________
the person in charge of Smoothie King 865 hereby waive a notice and a
hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
DAVID CANO, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
RONNIE JACKSON, TEAM MEMBER
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Print Date: 1/24/2025
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Comments: Check-Back release issued for Stop Use Order on All Open Food/Beverage Processing only.
The original Stop-Use Order for the True Food Prep Cooler for the storage of time/temperature control for safety (tes) foods in
disrepair issued on 02/08/24 remains in effect. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the Business
Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to request food
safety inspector visit for written release of product and/or equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or
will result in Administrative Action.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
RELEASE NOTICE
— 1 inspection
— Focused Inspection· Focused Inspection
Comments: Inspector visited and verified that the food establishment is operating and correctly permitted.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (5)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized… | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Protection From Contamination: Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized… | |
| RELEASE NOTICE | — | — | — |
Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville last inspected?
- Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: 407797 in Gainesville was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on August 5, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville had?
- Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: 407797 in Gainesville has 8 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville find?
- Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: 407797 in Gainesville was most recently inspected by FDACS on August 5, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: 407797 in Gainesville has 5 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were released after correction.
- What are the most common violations at Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Smoothie King 865 Establishment #: 407797 in Gainesville are: 5-205.11: Handwashing sink not maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use or is used for purposes other than handwashing, or an automatic handwashing facility not used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 5-205.11 Pf; 4-601.11(A): Equipment food-contact surface or utensil not clean to sight and touch. 4-601.11(A) Pf; 6-301.11: Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 Pf.
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