CARIBBEAN QUEEN
507 NW 5 AVE, Gainesville FL 32601 · 3748111
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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MAR 25
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JAN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 7 flies flying in pantry around ripe plantains.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findingsThe state's own report →
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : rice in the kitchen reach-in cooler at 45°. Operator said for morning prep she has been in and out of the cooler. Also, she had placed in the reach-in cooler a different pot of rice cooked today, that was now at 61°. Operator adjusted the thermostat from 3.5 to 3 to allow for a buffer.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : one thermometer reads 48° in an ice bath. The other thermometer was accurate.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed : a damp cloth under the kitchen cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed : lack of a visible sign at the one hand wash sink. The sign was revealed, it had been covered.
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Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under hot running water. Observed : the chicken in the 3 compartment sink submerged in water, in a frozen condition, had water over 100° running on it. Hot water was turned off and cold water was added.
Oct 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found. Approximately 7 flies flying in pantry around ripe plantains.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. plantains (126F - Hot Holding) item in aluminum container on top of food containers in the steam table, spoke to operator about placing plantains directly in steam table to up hold proper hot holding temperatures.
No running water at mop sink.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board with deep cut marks.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In back storage room. Ceiling soiled under sky light in pantry/bathroom area. Wall soiled throughout kitchen.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Large light bulbs and discarded roof pieces on ground outside back door.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Bucket in Three compartment sink filled with soap, bleach, water and used for wiping surfaces, operator remade bucket with just bleach water.
Mar 24, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Rice and broccoli stored in reach-in cooler across from three compartment sink.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Ox tails stored in to go bag, located in dry storage reach-in freezer. Manager placed ox tails in zip lock bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Items stored in front counter steam table: chicken (128F - Hot Holding). Manager stated chicken placed in steam table one hour prior to temperature being taken. Manager placed chicken in oven to reheat. Item stored in front counter warmer: beef patties (123F - Hot Holding). Owner stated beef patties placed in warmer two hours prior to temperature being taken. Owner placed beef patties in oven to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on front counter steam table.
No running water at mop sink. Mop sink on side of building.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee bottle of water on front counter reach-in freezer. Manager removed water during inspection.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Front counter reach-in freezer. Reach-in freezer in dry storage area.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted. Manager posted poster during inspection.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Walls throughout the kitchen greasy.
Nov 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 14 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Approximately 6 droppings on floor in break room/storage area. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. meat patty (48F - Cold Holding); stew (50F - Cold Holding) items in reach in cooler, operator stated she had cooler door open for a long period of time restocking sodas, she stated she is taking items home to her dogs.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. cooked mix vegetables (120F - Hot Holding); cooked plantains (112F - Hot Holding) items on top of steam well not actually in steam well, operator placed items in oven.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards located in outside prep area are soiled.
No running water at mop sink.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach water in spray bottle located on top of grease trap no label.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 5 dead roaches inside top portion reach in freezer in outside storage shed. Also multiple egg sacks (possibly empty) and roach excrement on the floor in the same outside shed.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board outside back door with deep cut marks. Knife outside in cutting board the blade is rusted.
Food being prepared outside. Cutting board and knife observed outside, operator stated she cuts oxtails outside everything else is prepared inside, spoke to operator about only prepping inside establishment.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Chest reach in freezer behind front counter.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Chicken thawing under running water but not submerged in cold water. Operator placed items in cold water with cold water running on it.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Extra lightbulbs and discarded equipment outside near storage shed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. In kitchen near oven. Metal cage wall attachment soiled between the kitchen and front counter.
Feb 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Faucet outside with green hose attached.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior reach in cooler inside outside storage shed.
No running water at mop sink. Water pipe is broken but drain pipe is fully functioning, operator is using hose at faucet next to sink to get mop water, operator stated land lord hired plumber to come and fix.
Equipment in poor repair. Interior reach in cooler inside one shelf is cracked. Outside reach in freezers ice build up.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan filter and fan area soiled above stove top. Clean dish rack above Three compartment sink.
Oct 17, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over vegetables in reach in cooler in kitchen. Raw shell eggs over bread in reach in cooler in storage shed. Operator moved all raw items below ready to eat items.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray disinfectant next to Togo boxes in back storage room, operator moved spray.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on prep table heavily stained. Operator discarded board.
Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board on prep table in back with multiple deep cut marks. Operator discarded board. 2 drawers inside reach in cooler in kitchen the drawers are cracked.
Food stored on floor. 2 cans of chicken broth on floor behind front counter. Operator placed on counter.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Under Three compartment sink the wall is crumbling next to/behind black rubber cove molding.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. On prep table. Operator removed towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters and unit piece above stove.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Discarded freezer and drink cooler outside of storage shed out back. Operator stated a person is scheduled to come pick up extra unused equipment.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Near oven/stove.
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