DEPOT STATION
201 SE DEPOT AVE, Gainesville FL 32601
Last inspected Feb 6, 2026 · 9 visits since November 2023
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JAN 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15-20 droppings on floor under reach in coolers and Three compartment sink behind beer/wine only bar. Bar is located at opposite end of building.
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Feb 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed Simple Green spray stored over food service gloves and with drink sweetener, in the Snack Shack back kitchen.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : a white stained cutting board in use.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed : a water bottle and drink mix stored on the chest freezer. These were removed.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Observed : wet cloth under a cutting board in use. A cutting mat replaced the cloth.
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No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed : lack of a visible choking poster. One was emailed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed : lack of a sign in the Snack Shack.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed : food boats at the Snack Shack were food contact side up. A deli paper was placed on the table and the boats were inverted.
Sep 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Ceiling tile missing. Above 3 door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee watch on counter by squeeze bottles of vinegar and oils, employee moved watch.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door inside bar leading to customer restrooms. Door in Goldie's dining area by fire extinguisher/event hall.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice cream reach in freezer behind front counter.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gasket soiled on cooks line. Back of fryers. Side of grill. Ice cream reach in freezer sliding door track soiled.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Electrical outlets soiled on wall by reach in freezer on cooks line.
Apr 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved Process Waiver for the method observed in use during the inspection. Establishment puts tofu in pickle brine lets it sit for a few days to soak in flavors, they make batches that lasts about 2 weeks.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior oven on cooks line. Reach in cooler racks in storage area.
Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Establishment puts tofu in pickle brine lets it sit for a few days to soak in flavors, they make batches that lasts about 2 weeks.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Small cutting board at Three compartment sink behind the bar area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage on prep table over reach in freezer, manager moved drink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer gasket soiled on cooks line. Sides of cooking equipment.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Paint on wall is chipping off of wall above Three compartment sink area causing the wall to not be smooth anymore.
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Sanitizer solution that has old food debris in Three compartment sink in kitchen.
Aug 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 28, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Tofu prepped 8/21.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 15-20 droppings on floor under reach in coolers and Three compartment sink behind beer/wine only bar. Bar is located at opposite end of building.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer tablets and tums medicine next to flour bin and single service lids, employee moved items to chemical storage.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest reach in freezer interior edge is chipped off.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. 2 knives between reach in cooler and cutting board, employee moved knives.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior reach in freezer and gaskets located on cooks line. Interior glass door freezer in room across breezeway.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Multiple areas in bar area when closed you can see sun shining through indicating gaps. Manager stated they have addressed issues with the city.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. 2 bottles of medicine in same container as clean reach in cooler spacers on dry storage shelf.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Wooden support pieces on dry storage rack in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior and gasket on reach in freezer on cooks line.
Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. Multiple gaps between wooden walls in bar area, hole in floor/wall juncture at the end of bar, door in kitchen by Handwash sink gap on the side of the door.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line the make reach in cooler.
Stored food not covered. Loaf of bread in reach in freezer prep area no cover, manager discarded bread.
Jan 3, 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, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Table top sanitizer spray hanging on shelf next to clean utensils and coffee filters.
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. 2 employees working longer than 2 months.
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. No training observed for any employees.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 on floor in air conditioning closet, operator cleaned area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both large sliding doors in the bar area. Door near Handwash sink in kitchen. Sun shining through indicating a gap.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelving in prep area has wooden pieces attached that are not sealed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer on cooks line the gaskets are soiled. Wooden piece attached to storage shelf soiled.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Togo boxes on top shelf of cooks line, operator placed a piece of parchment paper on the top of boxes to protect the food contact from contamination.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Keg reach in cooler behind the bar area.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Forks in cup in bar seating area.
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.