Zaxby's in Gainesville
Last inspected:
3710 Sw Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608Part of: Zaxbys Florida health inspections, violations & closures
Zaxby's in Gainesville has accumulated 145 violations across 33 inspections since 2016, averaging 4.4 per visit. The facility was shut down twice for rodent and roach activity. Fire inspectors cited the location seven times, predominantly for portable fire extinguishers in the red zone in the kitchen and back door areas, and for cardboard stored near the gas hot water heater. The restaurant faced two disciplinary actions totaling $1,200 in fines.
Most recent closure: November 7, 2023 for roach & rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Zaxby's in Gainesville: Comparison to Alachua County Averages
This Facility
4.4
violations / inspection
4.4 violations per inspection
Alachua County Avg
5.1
violations / inspection
5.1 county average
This Facility
2
emergency closures
2 closures
Alachua County Avg
0.23
closures / facility
0.23 county average
Zaxby's in Gainesville: Emergency Closure History (2)
Zaxby's in Gainesville: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)
Total fines on record: $1,200.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2024000594 | $800.00 | Nov 7, 2023 | Fort Lauderdale | |
| 5--2023013693 | $400.00 | Jan 30, 2023 | Miami (Doral) |
Zaxby's in Gainesville: Fire Safety & Life Safety Violations (5)
— 2 fire violations
— Routine - Food · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed: the fire extinguisher(red) in the kitchen with the green gloves hanging on them, shows it is in the recharge zone.
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 · 45-02-4 · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Inspector Observation: Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only.
Observed the fire extinguisher by the back door is in the red zone.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Administrative complaint recommended
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only.
Observed: a cardboard box less then 1 foot away from the gas powered hot water heater.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Complaint Full · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only.
Observed cardboard tube stored next to gas hot water heater.
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.
— 1 fire violation
— Routine - Food · 49-05-4 · Warning Issued
Inspector Observation: Flammables stored near a source of ignition. For reporting purposes only.
Observed cardboard tubes stored up against the gas powered hot water heater, in dry storage.
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.
Zaxby's in Gainesville: Full Inspection History — DBPR (33)
— 1 inspection6 violations · 4 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 4 inspections18 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 9 inspections25 violations · 7 high priority
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Time Extension
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Emergency order recommended
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection3 violations · 2 high priority
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections24 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 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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— Complaint Full· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 2 inspections9 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 3 inspections23 violations · 9 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
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— Complaint Full· 11 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections17 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 2 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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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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Zaxby's in Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Zaxby's in Gainesville last inspected?
- Zaxby's in Gainesville was last inspected by Florida DBPR on October 6, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- When was Zaxby's in Gainesville last shut down?
- Zaxby's in Gainesville was last shut down on November 7, 2023 for roach & rodent 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 Zaxby's in Gainesville?
- The most frequently cited violations at Zaxby's in Gainesville are: Consumer advisory, Proper sewage disposal, Chemical properly stored.
- How many health inspections has Zaxby's in Gainesville had?
- Zaxby's in Gainesville has had 33 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 4.4 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Zaxby's in Gainesville find?
- Zaxby's in Gainesville was most recently inspected on October 6, 2025 with 6 violation(s), including 2 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Zaxby's in Gainesville ever been shut down?
- Yes, Zaxby's in Gainesville has been emergency-closed 2 times 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 Zaxby's in Gainesville had any fire safety violations?
- Yes, Zaxby's in Gainesville has 5 fire safety violation(s) on record from Florida state fire inspections.
- Has Zaxby's in Gainesville faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Zaxby's in Gainesville has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,200.00 in fines.
- How much has Zaxby's in Gainesville been fined?
- Zaxby's 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).
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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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