CARVEL
3411 SW ARCHER RD, Gainesville FL 32608 · 352.554.5116
Last inspected Oct 7, 2025 · 4 visits since April 2024
APR 24
OCT 24
OCT 25
— STEADY
3 inspections within 7 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed: lack of a plan for hazardous spills.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed : container of dairy based shake mix in the front line reach-in cooler, no use by date, and this has been opened for 2 days, per the manager. An adjusted date label was added.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : the back side of the can opener blade has dried debris on it. This was moved to the 3 compartment sink.
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. Observed : one employee with no food safety certificate does not have an Employee Reporting form, A blank copy was emailed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed : in the kitchen soiled return air vents.
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Cosmetics/toiletries stored with food, clean equipment and utensils, clean linens or single-service items. Observed : Aveena hand lotion stored on top of the ice cream making machine. This was moved to the desk.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed : an unsealed water bottle stored on top of the ice cream making machine. This was discarded.
Dec 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 28, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed: 2 kitchen staff, associated with the business over 60 days, no employee training.
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. Observed: no employee training, and no Employee Reporting form. Emailed a blank copy.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: the area behind the diary ports on the infusion machine and chocolate dispenser have an accumulation of dried debris.
Apr 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Observed: lack of a plan for hazardous spills.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed: lack of a choking poster. One will be emailed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed signs are lacking in the food service are, 2 hand wash sink. Signs are available at the store.
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.