Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville
Last inspected:
625 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 326015449Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has been inspected 26 times since late 2016, recording 78 violations at an average of 3.0 per inspection, below Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed. Employee health policy violations appeared in at least 4 inspections across 2022–2025, and proper hand washing violations were cited in multiple inspections as well. The most recent inspection on December 11, 2025 documented 6 violations including three consumer advisories and was completed with no further action. A prior inspection on April 22, 2025 resulted in a Warning Issued after 7 violations were found, including improper cooking temperatures and employee health reporting issues; the facility complied on a call-back inspection two days later on April 23. The facility has one disciplinary action on record totaling $160 in fines.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records. This facility has an active inspection record with the Florida DBPR.
Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $160.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2019061700 | $160.00 | Sep 18, 2019 | Miami (Doral) |
Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (27)
— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections11 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections7 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 2 inspections8 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections5 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 4 inspections12 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections12 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 3 inspections6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 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· 3 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 1 inspection4 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville last inspected?
- Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on September 17, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville are: Employee health policy, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville had?
- Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has had 27 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 3 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville find?
- Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville was most recently inspected on September 17, 2026 with 4 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- No, Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V01 (Management awareness) mean?
- Violation 01 (Management awareness) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/01.
- What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?
- Violation 03 (Employee health reporting) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/03.
- What does Florida violation V11 (Food in good condition) mean?
- Violation 11 (Food in good condition) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/11.
- Has Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $160.00 in fines.
- How much has Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville been fined?
- Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has been fined a total of $160.00 across 1 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).
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Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
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