Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo

Last inspected:

17500 Ne Us Hwy 301, Waldo, FL 32694
Overview

Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo has accumulated 298 violations across 44 inspections since 2016, averaging 6.8 per visit. The facility was shut down once for rodent activity. Recent enforcement shows an active pattern: in March 2024, inspectors recommended an emergency order after finding 16 violations with 4 high-priority issues, and in November 2025, an administrative complaint was recommended following 17 violations with 3 high-priority findings. The facility has faced 2 disciplinary actions totaling $800 in fines. Top recurring violations involve proper ventilation, hand and arm washing, and food contact surfaces.

Most recent closure: March 27, 2024 for rodent activity.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.

44Inspections
298Violations
1Closures
$800in Fines

Last inspected DBPR:

Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo: Comparison to Alachua County Averages

This Facility 6.8 violations / inspection 6.8 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

Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo: Emergency Closure History (1)

Emergency closure history for Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo
DateReasonReopened
Rodent activity 10:29:00

Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo: Fines & Disciplinary Actions (2)

Total fines on record: $800.00

Disciplinary action history for Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo
Action DateCase NumberFineViolation DateEnforcement Office
5--2024034606 $600.00 Mar 27, 2024 Orlando
5--2017056084 $200.00 Oct 12, 2017 Miami (Doral)

Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo: Full Inspection History — DBPR (44)

— 4 inspections26 violations · 18 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 15 violations (10 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 8 inspections29 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Complaint Partial· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Complaint Partial· 2 violations · Warning Issued

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (6 high priority)· Emergency order recommended
— 4 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 12 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 10 violations (5 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 4 inspections26 violations · 15 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 14 violations (9 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 3 inspections22 violations · 12 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 11 violations (6 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— 2 inspections19 violations · 13 high priority
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 7 inspections39 violations · 22 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 3 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 11 violations (7 high priority)· Warning Issued
— 6 inspections32 violations · 17 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 16 violations (10 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

— Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Extension given, pending

High Priority Violations

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 9 violations (5 high priority)· Warning Issued
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Admin. Complaint Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— 4 inspections21 violations · 11 high priority
— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

Basic Violations

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (4 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
— 2 inspections8 violations · 5 high priority
— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo: Frequently Asked Questions

When was Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo last inspected?
Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo was last inspected by Florida DBPR on December 9, 2025. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
When was Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo last shut down?
Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo was last shut down on March 27, 2024 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 Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo?
The most frequently cited violations at Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo are: Proper ventilation, Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces.
How many health inspections has Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo had?
Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo has had 44 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 6.8 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
What did the most recent inspection of Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo find?
Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo was most recently inspected on December 9, 2025 with 0 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
Has Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo ever been shut down?
Yes, Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo has been emergency-closed 1 time by Florida DBPR inspectors.
Has Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo faced any disciplinary actions?
Yes, Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo has 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR totaling $800.00 in fines.
How much has Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo been fined?
Classic Cafe 3 in Waldo has been fined a total of $800.00 across 2 disciplinary action(s) on record with Florida DBPR.

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