MACDINTON’S GAINESVILLE
1728 W UNIVERSITY AVE, Gainesville FL 32603 · 847.533.1158
Last inspected Apr 17, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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APR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed : buffalo dip made on 3-26-2026, still in the walk-in cooler.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2021004251 | Aug 11, 2020 | Jun 24, 2021 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Apr 17, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed : multiple ceiling tiles in the kitchen with water damage.
Apr 8, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed : 0 ppm for chlorine when testing the dish wash machine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed : buffalo dipped date marked for 3-26-2026, still in the walk-in cooler.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Observed : buffalo dip made on 3-26-2026, still in the walk-in cooler.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : multiple cutting boards with stains in the walk-in cooler. ALSO, multiple soda guns with syrup build up in the spray head.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed : a soda gun in the marked hand wash sink at the bar. The soda gun was removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed : lack of quaternary ammonia test strips.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed : multiple ceiling tiles in the kitchen with water damage.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed : multiple cutting boards on the shelves in the walk-in cooler, with deep cuts and dark foreign substance on the surface.
Food stored on floor. Observed : bags of ice on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed : standing water in 2 reach-in cooler on the cook line.
Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed : 3 soda guns lacking a holster at the bar.
Sep 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed : ibuprofen stored on the top shelf over a prep area in the kitchen. This was moved to the employee area.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle/bucket not at proper minimum strength. Observed : 2 buckets in the kitchen at 0 ppm for quaternary ammonia. The buckets were being dumped and the supply jug was being replaced.
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 : portioned sauces stored on the wait staff line, not cupped today no date. (Closed the past 2 days).
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed : the inside of the dish wash machine has an accumulation of residue in the well. ALSO, a soda gun at the bar was soiled.
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 : multiple staff over 60 days, certificates are not on sight. Training was done 2 weeks ago, per the manager.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed : in the tall reach-in cooler in the kitchen, employee food and drink stored over guest food. All employee food was moved to the bottom shelf.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed : a back pack stored on a kitchen counter height reach-in cooler. This was moved to the stairwell.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed : standing water in the small counter top reach-in cooler on the cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed : frozen shrimp with water running on the bag, not submerged. The bag was placed in a bowl, the water was turned back on and the bag will be weighed down to be submerged.
Apr 16, 2025Call 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 available at time of inspection.
Feb 12, 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 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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 available at time of inspection.
Feb 11, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed: 0 ppm chlorine for the dish wash machine.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the walk-in cooler: Poultry (45F - Cold Holding); taco salad house sauce (45F - Cold Holding); raw hamburger (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding)
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: orange multi purpose cleaner stored on the bar service counter upstairs. This was moved to cleaning.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the standing cutting board is stained. ALSO, the plastic sliding doors of one downstairs and one upstairs ice maker are soiled.
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 at the time of the inspection.
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 available at time of inspection.
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: lack of any proof of employees knowing health responsibility.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Poultry (45F - Cold Holding); taco salad house sauce (45F - Cold Holding); raw hamburger (45F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (45F - Cold Holding) in the walk-in cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: water standing on the floor in front of the cook top.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed: the walk-in freezer has ice building on the floor, door and wall.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed: lack of a sign directing employees to wash their hands by the hand wash sink by the ice maker downstairs.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed: water standing in 2 reach-in cooler on the cook line. No food is currently in these units.
Aug 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed: 0 ppm for chlorine in the dish wash machine. The sanitizer jug was replaced and they are priming it now.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer in spray bottle/bucket not at proper minimum strength. Observed: 0 ppm for quaternary amonia in the sanitizer bucket. ALSO, 0 ppm for sanitizer in the 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: cutting boards on the cook/prep line that are stained. ALSO, multiple soda guns have a film buildup on the diffuser.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed: only 1 current certificate. Change owner.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed: the low temp dish wash machine not pumping water from the sprayers, due to seeds and buildup in the spraying wands.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Observed: an access hole in the wall by the soda machine.
Jan 23, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 19, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the cook line(drawers) whipping cream 46, chicken 46, beef 46, beef 44, chicken 44. Items are being iced dow, below and above.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: orange spray cleaner stored next to bulk flour in the dish pit. The cleaner was moved to a shelf below.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed multiple cutting boards with deep stained cuts. ALSO, the bar soda guns are soiled. ALSO, the frame of the ice maker door has 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 any employee training on site.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed: lack of soap at 2 kitchen hand wash sinks. Soap added to both.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed: a red top co2 tank stored in the dish pit, not secured. This was moved to a closet.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed: ice build up by the door in the walk-in freezer.
Aug 24, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 18, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs stored over buttermilk in the walk-in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: the prep area make table/salad table/flip top with these temperatures: mango salsa (48F - Cold Holding); corn (48F - Cold Holding); salsa (48F - Cold Holding); cut tomato (50F - Cold Holding) ALSO, shred chz on the prep counter was at 45F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray sanitizer stored next to food trays on the cook line. This was moved to cleaning.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a metal scrub pad and then knives stored in the first hand wash sink in the kitchen. Items were removed. **Corrected On-Site* ALSO, the hand wash sink in the dish pit had a lid in it.
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 no Certified Food Manager certificate available for review.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. 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: 4 + food staff, no Certified Food Manager verifiable.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: hand wash sink at the swinging doors lacking paper towels.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed: the pressurized tank by the canned goods is not secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a back pack stored on the canned goods rack.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed: upstairs standing water in the hallway and doorway of the soda storage room.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed the observation doors of the bulk ice machine are soiled.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed: save a day containers stored on the floor at the end of the cook line.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Observed: syrup spill in the upstairs soda room.
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.