FIREHOUSE SUBS #0117
3221 SW 35 BLVD, Gainesville FL 32608 · 352-336-0419
Last inspected Jan 16, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
MAR 24
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MAR 25
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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 clean up plan.one was emailed.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed : white wash cloth in contact with ice in the ice maker bin. The cloth was removed. Ice was being removed.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed : concentrated veggie wash stored over bulk soda sweetener, in the back closet. There is a Warning sign on the label and the inside label states, substantial but temporary eye injury, and should not be absorbed through the skin. The box of bottles was moved to another shelf with no food or clean dishes.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed : the kitchen hand wash sink is blocked by a mop bucket/ringer combo. The staff moved it out of the way for clear access.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed : 1 expired employee certificate, for a current employee.
Mar 14, 2025Inspection 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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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: lack of paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink. A roll of towels was brought from storage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed: 2 back packs stored on cases oF potato chips. The packs were moved to the wall hooks.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed: the area over the multiport nozzle has splash buildup.
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. Observed: the wall over the 3 compartment sink is soiled/deteriorating.
Aug 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedLicensing Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jul 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line in the hot well on the back counter: meatballs 90, chili 95, potato soup 98F. These items were placed in the microwave for quick reheating. 15 minutes later back in the hot well, the meatballs were at 148F.
Jul 24, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line in the hot well on the back counter: meatballs 90, chili 95, potato soup 98F. These items were placed in the microwave for quick reheating. 15 minutes later back in the hot well, the meatballs were at 148F.
Apr 23, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line in the hot well on the back counter: meatballs 90, chili 95, potato soup 98F. These items were placed in the microwave for quick reheating. 15 minutes later back in the hot well, the meatballs were at 148F.
Apr 22, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line, cut lettuce, 49-53F. This comes pre-shredded and bagged.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line in the hot well on the back counter: meatballs 90, chili 95, potato soup 98F. These items were placed in the microwave for quick reheating. 15 minutes later back in the hot well, the meatballs were at 148F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: yellow peroxide sanitizer stored next to to go cups under the register. The spray was moved to cleaning.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed: plastic bottled water stored on the floor in the dry storage soda closet.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed: lack of a choking poster. One will be emailed.
Mar 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Recorded at 307 SW 4 AVE, Gainesville — this licence has since moved.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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 clean up plan.one was emailed.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed: current license not available for review.
Oct 3, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the front line make table pastrami 49F, Beef 45F. The items were moved to the rif for quick cooling.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed: the kitchen hand wash sink was blocked by a garbage can. The can was moved.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed: plastic serving trays in the kitchen hand wash sink. These were removed.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed on the front line a sanitizer bucket next to single serve to go trays, and gallon containers of liquid. The buckets were adjusted away from everything.
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.