Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha
Last inspected:
12431 Se 135 Ave, Ocklawaha, FL 32179Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha has accumulated 216 violations across 43 inspections since 2016, averaging 5 per visit. The facility was shut down three times for roach and rodent activity. Recent patterns show persistent non-compliance, with high-priority violations cited in six of the last eight inspections between October 2025 and March 2026. The business has faced three disciplinary actions totaling $1,600 in fines, with food contact surfaces and single-use item handling among the most frequently cited violations.
Most recent closure: July 28, 2022 for rodent activity.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha: Comparison to Marion County Averages
This Facility
5
violations / inspection
5 violations per inspection
Marion County Avg
5.44
violations / inspection
5.44 county average
This Facility
3
emergency closures
3 closures
Marion County Avg
0.26
closures / facility
0.26 county average
Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha: Emergency Closure History (3)
Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (3)
Total fines on record: $1,600.00
| Action Date | Case Number | Fine | Violation Date | Enforcement Office |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2022049587 | $800.00 | Jul 28, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2022014864 | $400.00 | Mar 14, 2022 | Miami (Doral) | |
| 5--2016042353 | $400.00 | Aug 30, 2016 | Miami (Doral) |
Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha: Full Inspection History — DBPR (43)
— 1 inspection12 violations · 9 high priority
— Routine - Food· 12 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections18 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 14 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 4 inspections27 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Partial· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— 3 inspections15 violations · 8 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 14 violations (7 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections16 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 3 inspections18 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 6 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
— 6 inspections26 violations · 14 high priority
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 7 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Call Back - Complied
Basic Violations
— Complaint Full· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— 4 inspections23 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 3 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied
High Priority Violations
— Routine - Food· 15 violations (11 high priority)· Warning Issued
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 2 inspections15 violations · 10 high priority
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— 1 inspection1 violations
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action
Intermediate Violations
— 9 inspections22 violations · 16 high priority
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 1 violations · Emergency Order Callback Not Complied
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Complaint Full· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
— Complaint Full· 8 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
High Priority Violations
Intermediate Violations
Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha last inspected?
- Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha was last inspected by Florida DBPR on March 9, 2026. The result was: Administrative complaint recommended.
- When was Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha last shut down?
- Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha was last shut down on July 28, 2022 for 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 Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha?
- The most frequently cited violations at Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha are: Food contact surfaces, Single-use items, Employee health reporting.
- How many health inspections has Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha had?
- Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha has had 43 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 5 violations per inspection, below the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha find?
- Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha was most recently inspected on March 9, 2026 with 13 violation(s), including 5 high-priority violation(s). Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended.
- Has Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha ever been shut down?
- Yes, Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha has been emergency-closed 3 times by Florida DBPR inspectors.
- 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 V02 (Employee health policy) mean?
- Violation 02 (Employee health policy) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/02.
- 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.
- Has Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha faced any disciplinary actions?
- Yes, Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha has 3 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $1,600.00 in fines.
- How much has Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha been fined?
- Gator Joe's in Ocklawaha has been fined a total of $1,600.00 across 3 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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