ANF GYROS AND GRILL
826 W UNIVERSITY AVE, Gainesville FL 32601
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
AUG 24
JAN 25
AUG 25
NOV 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cheesecakes (46F - Cold Holding)
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 27, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 17 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority6 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over fully cooked chicken breast in reach in cooler on cooks line, employee moved cooked chicken to the top. Raw fish over potatoes and corn in walk in cooler, manager moved potatoes and corn.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee organizing reach in cooler touched raw beef patty then immediately touched other ready to eat clean containers.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (61F - Cold Holding) item sitting on cart of cooks line, manager stated item sits for 1 hour, usually sells out then another container is placed there. If not sold within 1 hour item is placed back in cooler. Spoke to manager about adding item to time as a public health control and provided paperwork.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of cleaner on top shelf above pita bread on cooks line, manager moved chemical.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior table top toaster oven, employee cleaned.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Boxes of supplies in and in front of Handwash sink at front counter.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Restaurant uses quaternary ammonia and chlorine no strips.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on top shelf above pita bread on cooks line not labeled, manager stated it was cleaner.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling tiles and air vents on cooks line soiled with dust.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired license displayed at front counter.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on top of reach in cooler on cooks line, manager moved drink to the bottom.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs and laddle on oven door handle, manager moved utensils.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. Light shield in prep/warewashing area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Bottom area of prep table soiled. Interior reach in freezer in back hallway.
Operator does not permit customers to use bathroom. Operator has key pads and "out of service" signs posted on restroom doors to deter the homeless persons from taking showers in restrooms. Manager took down signs and stated he will monitor the bathrooms and homeless personnel and give code to customers only.
Nov 13, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority5 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped hands on pants, pulled pants up, then touched spatula handle. Inspector stopped employee and spoke to him about proper handwashing.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over kiwis in walk in cooler. Raw shrimp/fish over cooked chicken breast in reach in cooler on cooks line. Manager moved all raw items to the bottom.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior small oven by steam table on cooks line, employee cleaned during inspection.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple bottles of drinks in Handwash sink behind front counter.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Establishment uses chlorine but has quaternary ammonia test strips.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At Handwash sink by water heater.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle by ice machine, operator labeled as surface cleaner.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired license displayed behind front counter.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on shelf above togo boxes by sauce station, manager discarded beverage.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Utensils in water at 77F on back line by steam table. Tongs on oven door handle.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior sauce bottle lids are soiled with built up sauce.
Stored food not covered. Beef patties in walk in freezer no cover, manager moved item to cooks line for service.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall soiled with dust above Three compartment sink. Air vent soiled on ceiling above Three compartment sink.
Aug 1, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs over cooked potatoes in walk in cooler, operator moved eggs below.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Multiple powerade drinks in Handwash sink at front counter, operator stated he is discarding drinks.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has quaternary ammonia test strips but is using chlorine.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler on cooks line.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on shelf above reach in freezer on back line, operator moved drinks below.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Shirt hanging on soda box storage rack, employee moved. Phone and ear buds on shelf above reach in freezer, operator moved items.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Under ice machine.
In-use utensil not stored on a clean portion of food preparation or cooking equipment. Tongs hanging on the side of reach in cooler, one part of tongs is touching trash can, operator removed tongs and placed at dish area.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing at front counter handwash sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gasket soiled on back line.
Jan 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 27, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee grabbed raw chicken breast from cooler started cooking it, changed gloves but no hand wash then started grabbing togo box and other various items.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched pants/shirt then placed on gloves and started touching clean equipment handles.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in front counter reach in cooler opened 2 days ago.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on cooks line reach in cooler and white board at Three compartment sink both stained. The back side of gyro cooker. Interior reach in cooler behind front counter. Interior oven. Scoop inside sugar bin is soiled with old sugar/food build up.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink behind front counter has boxes of product on floor in front of sink making the sink inaccessible.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Hot water heater not on during inspection, manager tried getting hot water heater to work but was unsuccessful.
Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. Operator has quaternary ammonia test strips but is using chlorine bleach.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. One employee who has been working for 2 weeks.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Expired license displayed at front counter.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on cooks line reach in cooler and at Three compartment sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. 2 employee drinks on shelf next to wing sauce bottles over wing toss prep area on cooks line, employee moved drinks to the bottom.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In small walk in freezer inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoons in standing water at 67F by rice and beans hot holding area. Tongs and ladle on oven door handle on cooks line, manager moved items.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Behind Handwash sink at front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers. Drying rack above Three compartment sink is soiled. Honey bottle warmer soiled.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing in standing water in Three compartment sink, operator turned on cold water faucet.
Aug 14, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee wiped nose with back of gloved hand then continued putting together ham and cheese.
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee pulled pants up with gloved hands then continued putting ham and cheese together.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked potatoes in walk in cooler, manager moved potatoes.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (48F - Cold Holding) item sitting on counter on cooks line, no time mark and time application was not filled out, manger filled out application and decided to put wings on time.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Packets of wing dust by floor cleaner in mop sink area, manger discarded wing dust packets.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. 4 way splitter added to mop sink faucet 2 of hose bibbs is missing backflows.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior table top oven.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. 3 new employees working during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on bottom shelf on cooks line, manager labeled as cleaner.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Next to ice machine and Handwash sink.
Food stored on floor. Box of bbq sauce in back storage area, manager placed on shelf.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer inside walk in cooler.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice bin by Togo window, manager placed ice scoop handle out of ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler fan guard. Reach in cooler doors gasket soiled on cooks line.
Open dumpster lid. The side sliding door open on dumpster.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of napkins on floor in mop sink side area.
Mar 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. cheesecakes (46F - Cold Holding)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cheesecakes (46F - Cold Holding) items in display reach in cooler the outside thermostat read 46-48F the internal thermometer read 46F, some items were just placed in the cooler this morning and some overnight, the overnight items were discarded and ones that juts restocked were moved to a different cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fly spray can on top of ice machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior table top oven, old food debris was pushed to the back of oven. Cutting board on reach in cooler on cooks line.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Inside walk in freezer under shelves. Wall soiled outside of office.
Food stored on floor. Box of gizzards on floor in walk in cooler, operator placed on shelf.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop with handle touching ice.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo boxes in back storage area, operator flipped over. Togo cup lids on floor in back storage area, operator placed on shelf.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk bin on wheels by Togo window containing sugar.
Feb 13, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of pills by crock pot full of beans. Fly spray can on shelf over canned mushrooms and bulk rice bin.
Employee touched apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee had arms crossed with gloved hands waiting for orders then touched cutting board.
Employee touched face/hair and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched face with gloved hands then grabbed fryer basket handles.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over potatoes in walk in cooler, operator moved potatoes over shrimp.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (48-52F - Cold Holding) item sitting on cart out of temperature control, operator has blank time as a public health control application, spoke to him about filling out time as a public health control and time marking items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior table top oven.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. At Handwash sink by ice machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Corn cooked 2 day ago and deli meat opened 1 day ago items in walk in cooler. Manager dated.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air vents on cooks line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on reach in cooler on cooks line.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Phone and carton of cigarettes on shelf above sauce bottle station.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. On oven door handle on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior crock pot holding beans. Soda nozzle backsplash area of drink machine in lobby.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Under Handwash sink in mop sink area.
Oct 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed employee pull pants up with gloved hands, then continued building sandwich, spoke to manager about going over handwashing with employees.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken wings (61F - Cold Holding); raw batter water (66F - Cold Holding) items sitting at room temperature, spoke to operator about adding to time as a public health control application or keeping items under 41F, operator chose to time mark items and started filling out application during inspection.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. WD40 next to seasonings in dry storage area across from Three compartment sink. Container of medicine pills on shelf above reach in freezer across from cooks line. Fly spray can stored on top shelf above reach in cooler on cooks line and can on shelf above Togo sauce packets. Operator moved all chemicals away from food.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior small oven/toaster.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Multiple 2 oz plastic cups in seasoning containers.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket on top of ice machine, operator flipped bucket over.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on counter next to Togo sauces, 2 drinks on cooks line table. Employees had moved drinks.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on table above packs of croutons near front counter, employee moved keys.
Food stored on floor. Multiple times on floor in small walk in freezer inside walk in cooler.
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. 2 spoons in water at 100F by rice cooker. Operator dumped water. Spoon/ladle on oven door handle, employee moved item.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand washing sinks in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soda nozzle backsplash of soda machine in lobby.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single service napkins on floor in back storage hallway.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Handwash sink near mop sink when water is running the pipes under sink leaks.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Recharge zone by back door.
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