Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville
Last inspected:
617 E University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has accumulated 150 violations across 23 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection—significantly above Florida's statewide average of 5.2. The facility has never been emergency-closed but has faced repeated administrative complaint recommendations, a formal enforcement escalation indicating potential state disciplinary proceedings. High-priority violations have been persistent and recurring: hand-washing violations were cited in at least 8 inspections, shell stock handling violations in at least 3 inspections, food contact surface violations in at least 5 inspections, and proper cooking temperature violations in at least 4 inspections. Employee health policy violations appeared in multiple inspections, including employee health reporting failures. Management awareness violations were documented in at least 3 inspections. The most recent inspection on January 16, 2026 found 18 violations including one high-priority hand-washing violation and one high-priority food contact surface violation; the inspection was completed with no further action required.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (23)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 3 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections10 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections14 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections17 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections25 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (9 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection5 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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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 January 16, 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: Proper hand/arm washing, Consumer advisory, Employee health policy.
- How many health inspections has Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville had?
- Sweetwater Branch Inn in Gainesville has had 23 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.5 violations per inspection, above 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 January 16, 2026 with 6 violation(s), including 1 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 V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?
- Violation 08 (Proper hand/arm washing) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/08.
- 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.
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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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