Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach
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280 A1a N, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32095Gate Store #1233 in Ponte Vedra Beach has been subject to multiple enforcement actions for temperature control and equipment sanitation violations. A stop-sale order issued November 25, 2025 required the voluntary destruction of sauerkraut and salsa found at 58°F in a condiment cold-holding unit, well above the required 41°F maximum. The same date, a stop-use order was issued on the condiment cold-hold unit itself for unsanitary equipment conditions. A second stop-use order issued December 29, 2025 on the same unit was resolved after the equipment was repaired and released. A November 25, 2025 inspection documented 13 violations including a priority citation for sanitizer concentration failure (0 PPM quaternary ammonium in the warewash sink, corrected on site), pattern non-compliance with the person in charge's duties regarding cold-holding and sanitizer standards, and management's inability to answer questions about foodborne illness prevention or provide proof of employee health reporting agreements. The inspection disposed of the contaminated food items and corrected the sanitizer solution during the visit. A focused follow-up inspection on December 29, 2025 confirmed the equipment repair and released the stop-use order.
Summary generated from Florida FDACS public inspection records.
Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach: FDACS Inspection History (3)
Inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), which oversees grocery stores, convenience stores, bakeries, food manufacturers, mobile vendors, and vending machines.
— 2 inspections
— Focused Inspection· 1 stop-sale order· Focused Inspection
Comments: Check-Back release issued for Stop Use Order on condiment cold hold unit.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact
surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Equipment was obtained, repaired or replaced, checked, and released.
— Met Sanitation Inspection Requirements· 13 violations· 3 stop-sale orders· Met Requirements
Comments: When citations have been corrected and initialed, an electronic copy of the completed report may be emailed to
[email protected].
Please note each observation that has been corrected.
Stop Use Order issued on condiment cold hold unit. Food establishment can visit https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov or contact the
Business Center at (850) 245-5520 when corrections have been made and/or when required documents have been obtained to
request food safety inspector visit for written release of equipment. Failure to comply with the request for written release may or
will result in Administrative Action.
Risk-Based Violations
2-103.11(A)-(N)
A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person
in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) PfPf
Non-compliance evidenced by cold holding, sanitization of clean equipment & utensils and
required written procedures for Time as a Public Health Control foods.
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4-501.11
Chemical sanitizer used in a sanitizing solution for a manual or mechanical
operation does not meet the criteria specified for sanitizers; is not used in accordance with the
EPA-registered manufacturer's label use instructions; or quaternary ammonium compound solution does
not have a minimum temperature of 75°F, a concentration as indicated by the manufacturer's use
directions included in the labeling, or is not used only in water with 500 MG/L hardness or less or in water
having a hardness no greater than specified by the EPA-registered label use instructions. 4-501.114(C) PP
Back Room: Quaternary Ammonium sanitizer warewash sink is too low reading 0 PPM.
(COS) Sanitizer solution was added and concentration criteria met during inspection. Dishes were
re-sanitized.
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2-201.11(E)
Food employee or conditional food employee has not reported to the person in
charge information about their health and activities as they relate to reportable symptoms, diagnosis, past
illnesses or history of exposure to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-201.11(E) PfPf
Management unable to provide proof that employees are informed of their responsibility to
report foodborne illnesses and symptoms. Conditional Employee or Food Employee Reporting Agreement
FORM 1-B provided for guidance.
2-102.11(C)(2)-(3)
Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing
transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may
cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible
through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction
of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) PfPf
Manager is unable to answer questions related to foodborne illnesses. Employee Health
Guide provided for guidance.
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3-501.16(A)(2)
Cold held time/temperature control for safety food not maintained at 41°F or below.
3-501.16(A)(2) PP
Retail: Sauerkraut and Salsa in the condiment cold holding unit had internal temperature of
58 degrees F. (COS) Both items voluntarily discarded. Stop Sale Order and Release issued, see order.
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3-501.19(A)
Written procedures not prepared in advance, maintained onsite, or made available
upon request for the use of time without temperature control as the public health control for holding or
displaying time/temperature control for safety food; or written procedures do not specify methods of
compliance. 3-501.19(A) PfPf
Written procedures for time as public health control foods does not include a list of foods,
when time as a public health control begins or plan for corrective action. Time as a Public Health Control
Requirements handout was provided.
2-501.11
Establishment does not have written procedures for employees to follow when
responding to an event that involves the discharge of vomitus or diarrhea onto surfaces at the food
establishment, or procedures do not address specific actions employees must take to minimize the spread
of contamination and the exposure of employees, consumers, food, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal
matter. 2-501.11 PfPf
This food establishment does not have the required written procedures for the clean-up of
vomiting and diarrheal events that address the specific actions to be taken to minimize the spread of
contamination. Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events Guidance document provided.
6-301.11
Handwashing sink or group of 2 adjacent handwashing sinks not provided with
hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap. Handwashing sink or group of adjacent handwashing sinks not
provided with: individual, disposable towels; continuous towel system that supplies the user with a clean
towel; a heated-air hand drying device; or a device that employs an air-knife system that delivers high
velocity, pressurized air at ambient temperatures. 6-301.11 and 6-301.12 PfPf
Back Room: No soap provided at the sink in the freeze room.
Good Retail Practice Violations
3-602.11(C)
Bulk food available for consumer self-dispensing is not prominently labeled in plain
view of the consumer with the manufacturer's or processor's label; or a card, sign or other method that
includes the common name of the food or adequate descriptive identity statement, (if made from two or
more ingredients) a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight;
or the information does not include nutrition labeling as specified in 21 CFR 101 and 9 CFR 317 Subpart
B. 3-602.11(C)
Retail: No ingredient information displayed for donuts/pastries offered for self-service.
(COS) Ingredient information provided during inspection.
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3-304.12(C)-(F)
During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, utensil not stored on a clean
portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment; in running water of sufficient velocity to flush
particles to the drain when used with moist foods; in a clean, protected location when used only with food
that is not time/temperature control for safety food; or in a container of water maintained at 135°F or
greater. 3-304.12(C)-(F)
Kitchen: Scoop stored on the lid of the cheese container with the food contact surface of the
scoop touching the handle of the lid. (COS) Scoop stored properly during inspection.
4-901.11
After cleaning and sanitizing, equipment or utensils not air-dried or not adequately
drained before contact with food, or equipment or utensils dried with a cloth. 4-901.11
Back Room: Large plastic containers are wet nested on the drying rack not allowing for
proper air drying. (COS) Containers re-washed and set to air dry properly during inspection.
4-501.11
Equipment not maintained in good repair or condition; equipment component not
kept intact, tight, and adjusted in accordance with manufacturer's specifications; or cutting or piercing part
of can opener not kept sharp to minimize the creation of metal fragments that can contaminate food when
a container is opened. 4-501.11
Retail: Condiment cold hold unit not maintaining internal temperatures of food at 41F or
below. Internal temperatures of sauerkraut and salsa at 48 degrees F. Ambient temperature of unit was
between 68 degrees F. Do not store TCS (time/temperature control for safety) food in these units until the
units are repaired. Stop Use Order issued, see order.
5-203.14
Plumbing system not installed to preclude backflow of a solid, liquid, or gas
contaminant into the water supply system at each point of use, including on a hose bibb, by providing an
air gap or installation of an approved backflow prevention device. 5-203.14 Pf
Back Room: No backflow device installed below the splitter on the mop sink in the freeze
room.
Stop-Sale Orders & Supplemental Actions
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures.
Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
Disposition: Product was voluntarily destroyed by food establishment management and witnessed by inspector.
STOP USE ORDER
Reason: FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact
surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used.
Comments: To request a Food Safety Inspector visit for written release when corrections have been made for request release of equipment,
contact the Business Center at (850) 245-5520 or [email protected].
Print Date: 11/25/2025
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When the department or its duly authorized agent finds, or has probable cause to believe, that any food or food-processing equipment is in
violation of this chapter or any rule adopted under this chapter so as to be dangerous, unwholesome, fraudulent, or insanitary within the
meaning of this chapter, an agent of the department may issue and enforce a stop-sale, stop-use, removal, or hold order, which order gives
notice that such article or processing equipment is, or is suspected of being, in violation and has been detained or embargoed and which order
warns all persons not to remove, use, or dispose of such article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise until permission for removal, use,
or disposal is given by the department or the court. It is unlawful for any person to remove, use, or dispose of such detained or embargoed
article or processing equipment by sale or otherwise without such permission in accordance with 500.172 (1) Florida Statutes.
Release - Other
The Food Establishment voluntarily agrees to release the products listed in the stop-sale order(s) on page(s) 1 for destruction. The Food
Establishment will not hold the Department liable for any lost revenue or income as a result of the destruction.
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Signature of Food Establishment Representative
AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL ORDERS, NOTICES, AND REPORTS IN THIS
SUPPLEMENTAL REPORT
If you wish to contest the Department's action, you have the right to request an administrative hearing to be conducted in accordance with
Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes and to be represented by counsel or other qualified representative. Your request for hearing must
contain:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number (if any).
2. The name, address, and telephone number, and facsimile number of your attorney or qualified representative (if any) upon whom service of
pleadings and other papers shall be made.
3. A statement that you are requesting an administrative hearing and dispute the material facts alleged by the department, in which case you
must identify the material facts that are in dispute (formal hearing), or that you request an administrative hearing and that you do not dispute the
facts alleged by the department (informal hearing).
4. A statement of when (date) you received the Notice and the file number of this Notice.
Your request for a hearing must be received at the address shown on this Notice within twenty-one (21) days of receipt of this
Notice. If you fail to obtain a Release from this Notice or fail to request an administrative hearing within the twenty-one (21) day
deadline you waive your right to a hearing and the Department may enter a Final Order imposing up to the maximum penalties as authorized by
Florida Law.
HEARING WAIVER AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS
LORI CASTRO
I, _____________________________________________________
the person in charge of GATE Store #1233 hereby waive a notice and a
hearing as provided in Chapter 120, Florida Statutes and waive all rights as provided on the last page of this report.
____________________________________________
(Signature)
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I acknowledge receipt of a copy of this document.
(Signature of FDACS Representative)
(Signature of Representative)
LESLIE CARPENTER, ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST II
LORI CASTRO, MANAGER
Print Name and Title
FDACS-14325 Rev. 07/13
Print Date: 11/25/2025
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Lot: Number of Packages:
Quantity: Size of Packages: · Total Weight:
— 1 inspection
— Met Inspection Requirements· Met Requirements
Comments: Initial inspection request number 5093929
All requests for a new food permit submitted January 1 through June 30, shall be assessed a permit fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and
Rule 5K-4. All requests for a new food permit submitted July 1 through December 31, shall be assessed permit fees of fifty percent
(50%) of the applicable fee per F.S. Chapter 500 and Rule 5K-4.
Thank you for submitting your food establishment permit application. To complete the application process, you must remit payment
in full. To expedite the processing of your food permit application, electronic online payment is available at
https://foodpermit.fdacs.gov. Follow the instructions on the portal page for payment processing. Payment by check or money order
is also accepted, but must be made payable to FDACS and remitted to Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services,
PO Box 6720, Tallahassee, FL 32314-6720. Please note that payment by check or money order may delay the processing of your
food permit application.
Permit fees must be paid in full before your application can be processed further. Failure to pay any permit fees in full will result in
the denial of your permit and you may be subject to administrative penalties if you are found operating without a valid food permit,
which is a violation of Section 500.12(1)(a), Florida Statutes. If you are found to be in violation of this provision, the Department may
impose up to a $5,000.00 fine against you and/or seek administrative action to close your business.
The Minimum Construction Standards has been used in accordance with 500.12(2)(a) Florida Statutes by the food safety inspector
to determine compliance before obtaining a food permit.
This food establishment has been provided with the following industry handouts- bandages, finger cots or finger stalls sheet,
employee reporting agreement, and food allergy awareness sheet.
No violations or enforcement actions recorded for this inspection.
Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach: Stop-Sale & Stop-Use Orders (4)
Products placed under stop-sale or stop-use order by FDACS inspectors. Stop-sale orders prohibit the sale of food that is adulterated, mislabeled, or poses a health risk.
| Date | Order Type | Product | Brand/Lot | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl… | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures. | |
| STOP SALE ORDER AND RELEASE | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.10 Adulterated.* Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food: Proper cold holding temperatures. | |
| STOP USE ORDER | — | Number of Packages: | FS 500.04; FS 500.172 Unsanitary Equipment.* Utensils, Equipment and Vending: Food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanabl… |
Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach last inspected?
- Gate Store #1233 in Ponte Vedra Beach was last inspected by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) on December 29, 2025. Inspection type: Focused Inspection.
- How many inspections has Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach had?
- Gate Store #1233 in Ponte Vedra Beach has 3 FDACS food safety inspection(s) on record from January 2022 to present.
- What did the most recent FDACS inspection of Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach find?
- Gate Store #1233 in Ponte Vedra Beach was most recently inspected by FDACS on December 29, 2025 (Focused Inspection).
- Has Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach had any stop-sale or stop-use orders?
- Yes, Gate Store #1233 in Ponte Vedra Beach has 4 stop-sale or stop-use enforcement action(s) on record with Florida FDACS. Most affected products were voluntarily destroyed.
- What are the most common violations at Gate in Ponte Vedra Beach?
- The most frequently cited FDACS violations at Gate Store #1233 in Ponte Vedra Beach are: 2-103.11(A)-(N): A pattern of non-compliance is demonstrated with regard to the duties of the person in charge. 2-103.11(A)-(N) and (P) Pf; 2-201.11(E): Food employee or conditional food employee has not reported to the person in charge information about their health and activities as they relate to reportable symptoms, diagnosis, past illnesses or history of exposure to diseases that are transmissible through food. 2-201.11(E) Pf; 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3): Person in charge does not correctly respond to questions that relate to preventing transmission of foodborne disease by a food employee who has a disease or medical condition that may cause foodborne disease, can not describe symptoms associated with diseases that are transmissible through food, or can not explain how to comply with reporting responsibilities and exclusion or restriction of food employees. 2-102.11(C)(2)-(3) and (17) Pf.
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