Taste in Gainesville
Last inspected:
4860 Nw 39 Ave Ste C, Gainesville, FL 32606Taste in Gainesville has accumulated 337 violations across 37 inspections since 2016, averaging 9.1 per visit. The facility was shut down once for roach activity. Fire safety records show two citations for missing portable fire extinguishers. The restaurant has faced one disciplinary action resulting in a $500 fine. Consumer advisories, food contact surface violations, and employee health reporting issues are the most frequently cited violations, with multiple administrative complaints recommended between 2023 and 2026.
Most recent closure: April 6, 2016 for roach activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Taste in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
9.1
violations / inspection
9.1 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
1
emergency closures
1 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Taste in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (1)
| Date | Reason | Reopened |
|---|---|---|
| Roach activity | 16:09:00 |
Taste in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (1)
Total fines on record: $500.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2016017775 | $500.00 | Apr 7, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Taste in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (2)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. (Fire extinguisher sitting on top of the dish machine) **Repeat Violation**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
— Routine - Food · 45-05-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher missing from its designated location. For reporting purposes only. (Extinguisher sitting on top of the dish machine - employee moved to designated area) **Corrected On-Site**
Legal Basis: Reporting: (d) The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633 which relates to public lodging establishments or public food establishments, and the identification of such violation does not require any firesafety inspection certification. For reporting purposes only.
Taste in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (37)
— 1 inspection7 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 3 inspections31 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 15 violations (12 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Basic Violations
— 3 inspections32 violations · 24 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 19 violations (14 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
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Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 13 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 5 inspections34 violations · 25 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 18 violations (13 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 2 inspections16 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 4 inspections30 violations · 20 high priority
— Complaint Full· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
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— Routine - Food· 12 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 6 inspections21 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
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Complaint Full· 2 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— 3 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections20 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections22 violations · 10 high priority
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 4 inspections16 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
Taste in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Taste in Gainesville last inspected?
- Taste in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on January 5, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Taste in Gainesville last shut down?
- Taste in Gainesville was last shut down on April 6, 2016 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 Taste in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Taste in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Taste in Gainesville had?
- Taste in Gainesville has had 37 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 9.1 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Taste in Gainesville find?
- Taste in Gainesville was most recently inspected on January 5, 2026 with 9 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Taste in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Taste in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 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.
- Has Taste in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Taste in Gainesville has 2 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Taste in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Taste in Gainesville has 1 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $500.00 in fines.
- How much has Taste in Gainesville been fined?
- Taste in Gainesville has been fined a total of $500.00 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).
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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