EL INDIO COMMISSARY KITCHEN
5021D NW 34 BLVD, Gainesville FL 32605 · 352-256-8967
Last inspected Jul 17, 2026 · 8 visits since July 2023
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5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. rice overnight (47-51F - Cooling) 2 pans.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 16, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation/storage based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed : unprepared cabbage stored under raw shell eggs. The eggs were moved to the bottom shelf.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : in the walk-in cooler shredded cheese 44°, prepped yesterday. Salsa pacs prepared onsite on 7-14-26 44°. Prepped raw pork 44°, processed yesterday. A growing ice pad is on the back of the condenser coils. Service tech was called. A pan of ice was moved below the condenser pan.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed : the first aid kits with crush/cooling packs stored over new food pans by the back door. The kit was moved to cleaning.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe: food probe thermometer reading 24°in a properly made ice bath, this was adjusted to 32°.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed : an unsecured pressurized tank stored by the back door.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed : the license that expires on 6-1-2027 was not found onsite. This was found in a file.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer/cooler and/or walk-in freezer/cooler. Observed : an ice pack forming on the back of the walk-in cooler condenser coils. A service tech was called. The fans were blowing water droplets onto the floor.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed : the last inspection was not available for review.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed : mops are stored in grey water.
Dec 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Insulin pen on top of container of cheese in walk in cooler, employee moved medicine to the bottom.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over salsa and raw shell eggs over pico in walk in cooler, employees moved raw below.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser not dispensing soap at Handwash sink next to Three compartment sink, employee stated they have a new one ordered.
Jul 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine 10ppm, operator added more bleach and retested at 50ppm.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with/over ready-to-eat food. Case of unwashed green tomatoes over bin of cut onions in walk in cooler, employee moved unwashed produce below ready to eat food.
Dec 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. rice overnight (47-51F - Cooling) operator stated rice is cooked then cooled in walk in freezer then placed in walk in cooler until ready to portion out, operator does not temp rice before moving item to cooler from freezer, items were sitting in cooler overnight, unable to verify if item was properly cooled down to 41F before moved to cooler. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. rice overnight (47-51F - Cooling) 2 pans.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops handle directly touching uncooked black beans, employee removed handle from touching food.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Box of light bulbs and first aid kit on shelf above seasoning in prep area, employee moved items to chemical storage area.
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. Sanitizing solution in Three compartment sink soiled with food debris.
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Multiple dirty dishes in front of Handwash sink, employees moved dishes so the Handwash sink was available for use.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on shelf no label, manager stated it was sanitizer.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Keys on top of chicken seasoning container, employee moved keys.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Door facing towards restaurant.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At sink next to Three compartment sink.
Jan 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Large pot on floor in front of Handwash sink by Three compartment sink. Aluminum pan in same Handwash sink.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At sink next to Three compartment sink.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Wrench set on top of canned green chiles in prep area, operator moved tools.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with/over ready-to-eat food. Cardboard boxes of avocados over shredded carrots and chopped cilantro in walk in cooler.
Jul 14, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. 10ppm. Operator added more bleach and spoke to employees about using cold water instead of hot. 100ppm.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
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.