4RIVERS SMOKEHOUSE
3262 SW 35 BLVD, Gainesville FL 32608 · 352-559-3403
Last inspected Aug 5, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections within 20 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : brisket at the carving station, 128°. The manager chose to discard.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Prep-line cutting board soiled with mold-like substances.
Equipment in poor repair. Prep-line cutting board grooved.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Old labels and label residue on stored bins.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sani-bucket on shelf next to BBQ rub. Manager moved bucket.
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Stored food not covered. Bag of onion rings not covered in reach-in freezer. Manager wrapped.
Vending machine exterior soiled. Prep-line reach-in cooler gaskets soiled with old food debris and mold-like substances.
Dec 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : brisket at the carving station, 128°. The manager chose to discard.
Cook-chill or sous vide reduced oxygen packaged food held more than 48 hours not labeled or with a label that lacks required information. Observed : baked beans under cook-chill HACCP, no label visible on the bag.(bags done today were in the 44 gallon ice bath) the labeling on the bin for prior days stated 11-25-2025. Manager states labels were not changed to reflect the new batches prepared.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : the dining area tea nozzles with buildup ALSO, the can opener blade had dried food debris on it.
Operator not able to provide monitoring, verification and corrective action records required to be maintained by the approved Process Waiver or HACCP plan. Observed : lack of a tracking sheet that coincides with the written approved HACCP plan.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed : 2 drinks for employees, one on the front line and one at the pass thru window.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored on the same shelf with bulk oil in the kitchen.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed : the bulk sugar and flour was not labeled. Labels were added.
Aug 14, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : cold holding cubed pork, 45° in the walk-in cooler. The lid was adjusted.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed : in the old bakery area, both hand wash sinks lacked soap and paper towels. You may apply to plan review to remove those sinks, until then they must remain stocked.
Reduced oxygen packaged food lacking bold type on contrasting background, or other required information. Observed : no labeling on ROP bags in the walk-in cooler. Pulled chicken.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee cup on a pr table in the prep area.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Observed the ice machine scoop is stored on the ce machine ledge.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed to the right of the right hand soda machine, an accumulation of debris.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed a sanitizer bucket stored with bulk oil on a shelf, on the prep line. This was moved to a designated shelf.
Feb 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 10, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: cooked chicken on the smoker line table, 76°. This was placed back in the oven/smoker to 165°, and then is to start cooling at 135°.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the unsweetened tea spout has build up in the nozzle, drive thru. **Repeat Violation* ALSO, the ice chutes at the dining area soda machines are soiled.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine/ice maker. Observed: an accumulation of lime scale at the chute opening into the Scotsman ice maker.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed: the men,s restroom door is not self closing.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: the top of the dish wash machine has an accumulation of debris.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed: an 11/16 date label on the bulk house ranch in the walk-in cooler. The old label was removed and a new date sticker was added.
Jul 23, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: blue window cleaner at the pick up window, that was stored next to carry out containers.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed: Joe D. is currently expired.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: tea nozzle at the pick up window with residue in the cones.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed the employee certificates were expiring 4 years after the date of the test.
Cooling food not having overhead coverage. Observed: the speed rack for cooling in the walk-in cooler lacking overhead protection.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a blue jacket stored on a bulk soda box.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed: a sanitizer bucket stored on the floor by the oven.
Nov 30, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed: a can of corn and a can of beans well dented.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed the manager, Joe, certificate is expired.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: cutting boards in use that are stained,prep and expo areas. ALSO, tea and soda nozzles in the dining area and expo have buildup.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed handles on the prep/cook line with food debris build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: the top of the dish wash machine with an accumulation of debris.
Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed: an apron stored on the large back prep table.
Aug 15, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed: the hand wash sink by the dish wash machine does not have enough water pressure to since hands.
Aug 14, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed: coleslaw at 56F in the small refrigerator by the walk up window. This was made yesterday. ALSO, milk at 50F in the 2 door reach-in cooler, mid kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: coleslaw at 56F in the small refrigerator by the walk up window. This was made yesterday. ALSO, milk at 50F in the 2 door reach-in cooler, mid kitchen. ALSO, house ranch 50F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: both soda machine nozzles have build up.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. Observed: the hand wash sink by the dish wash machine does not have enough water pressure to since hands.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 6+ involved with food, no Certified Food Manager.
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine. Observed: lack of a surface measuring device for the hi temp dish wash machine.
Wash solution in spray type hot water sanitizing dishmachine not at proper temperature according to manufacturer's specifications. Observed: the dish wash machine at 206F on the rinse cycle according to the gauge.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed: a drink between bulk sugar under the prep table. The drink was moved.
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.