JIMMY JOHN'S
1724 W UNIVERSITY AVE, Gainesville FL 32603 · 352.375.7222
Last inspected Jun 29, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed : there is no water above 76° in the restaurant, no working hot water heater.
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jun 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : the left Coke nozzle has buildup.
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed : lack of proof of any Certified Food Manager that walks at this location.
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. Observed : lack of proof of any training
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed : the smaller co2 tank is not secured. This was tied.
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Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed : the unisex restroom lacks a covered waste can.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed : the back door has a gap when the door is fully closed.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed : the walk-in freezer drip pan overflows and creates stalactites and ice pads on the floor.
Feb 6, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 28, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed : water only reaches 76 at the 3 compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed : water only reaches 75 at the hand wash sink and the restroom hand wash sink.
Jan 26, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Employee washed hands with cold water. Observed : there is no water above 76° in the restaurant, no working hot water heater.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : roast beef stocked above the cooling level, 54°. ALSO, sliced ham 49°. The stacks were reduced and moved below. Items stocked at 2:30pm.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : a tea nozzle in service that has dried build up in the nozzle.
No hot running water at three-compartment sink. Observed : water only reaches 76° at the 3 compartment sink.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed : water only reaches 75° at the hand wash sink and the restroom hand wash sink.
Bathroom located inside establishment not enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors or constructed to have entrances and exits that ensure the privacy of occupants. Observed : the only bathroom does not have a way to secure privacy during the use of the restroom.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed : the shorter co2 tank was not secured. The chain was added.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a lidded cup on the rack next to the soda machine. The drink was discarded.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed : the back door has a gap when the door is closed.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed the floor in front of the 3 compartment sink is compromised and is not smooth or level.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed : the lights over the slicer are not shielded. ALSO, the lights in the back dry storage are not shielded.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the electrical slicer on the front line has dried food debris on the back side of the blade. ALSO, the tea nozzles have build up.
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 : Austin and Eli lacking the Employee Reporting form and are not certified yet.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed : ice buildup up in the walk-in freezer.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed the floor in front of the 3 compartment sink has been broken up. This was to repair underground services and repair to the tile floor is scheduled per the manager.
Feb 12, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 8, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Observed: lack of proof of training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed: 4 pressurized tanks by the desk, not secured.
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: a tube of hand sanitizer stored on the front line over the slicer.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed lack of back flow device on the non chemical side of the splitter in the mop sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the unsweetened tea nozzle with build up.
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. Observed: lack of proof of training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed: 4 pressurized tanks by the desk, not secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed: gaskets on the front line reach-in cooler that are compromised, on the wall make table.
Sanitizer bucket/spray stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Observed: sanitizer spray stored on the front line prep counter with the slicer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed: single serve hand towels stored on the floor in storage.
Jan 10, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Observed: lack of proof of any training.
Oct 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: blue sanitizer spray stored next to gloves used for food service in dry storage.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: at the back of the self serve ice chute, foreign substance.
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. Observed: lack of proof of any training.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed: 4x pressurized tanks in the back 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.