WHOOPI'S
109 S MAIN ST, Gainesville FL 32601 · 904-660-1849
Last inspected Mar 26, 2026 · 8 visits since September 2023
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4 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 on can opener, 3 on floor in dry storage room, 4 on wall under staircase in dry storage room, 1 on clean dish rack, 3 on wheel well of reach in cooler on cooks line, 6 on gasket attached to corner of reach in cooler on cooks line, also 2 egg sacks on floor under dish machine and Three compartment sink in kitchen.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed : the outside mop sink under the stairs lacks a back flow device. The manager has a new one on site.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed : the upstairs men,s restroom lacks water over 73° in the handicap stall.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed : bare or unsealed wood, Observed : the added plywood 'gate' and any cut T1-11 lacked a sealing agent.
Worn, torn and/or soiled floors. Observed : under the internal stairway by the water heating device has an accumulation of debris.
Sep 7, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. One employee working behind the bar no certificate, all other employees are newer than 60 days.
Sep 6, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 on can opener, 3 on floor in dry storage room, 4 on wall under staircase in dry storage room, 1 on clean dish rack, 3 on wheel well of reach in cooler on cooks line, 6 on gasket attached to corner of reach in cooler on cooks line, also 2 egg sacks on floor under dish machine and Three compartment sink in kitchen.
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. One employee working behind the bar no certificate, all other employees are newer than 60 days.
Sep 5, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 on can opener, 3 on floor in dry storage room, 4 on wall under staircase in dry storage room, 1 on clean dish rack, 3 on wheel well of reach in cooler on cooks line, 6 on gasket attached to corner of reach in cooler on cooks line, also 2 egg sacks on floor under dish machine and Three compartment sink in kitchen.
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. One employee working behind the bar no certificate, all other employees are newer than 60 days.
Sep 5, 2024■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 on can opener, 3 on floor in dry storage room, 4 on wall under staircase in dry storage room, 1 on clean dish rack, 3 on wheel well of reach in cooler on cooks line, 6 on gasket attached to corner of reach in cooler on cooks line, also 2 egg sacks on floor under dish machine and Three compartment sink in kitchen.
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. One employee working behind the bar no certificate, all other employees are newer than 60 days.
Sep 4, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish over cooked sheppards pie mix in reach in cooler on cooks line. Raw fish and raw sausage over potatoes in reach in freezer on cooks line.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Gravy prepped 8/17 in walk in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 1 on can opener, 3 on floor in dry storage room, 4 on wall under staircase in dry storage room, 1 on clean dish rack, 3 on wheel well of reach in cooler on cooks line, 6 on gasket attached to corner of reach in cooler on cooks line, also 2 egg sacks on floor under dish machine and Three compartment sink in kitchen.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At mop sink with green hose attached located outside in side alley.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk no date mark in walk in cooler operator stated it was opened 8/31, operator dated.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained on cooks line.
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. One employee working behind the bar no certificate, all other employees are newer than 60 days.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket food contact surface facing upwards, operator flipped bucket over.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Drink on table next to ketchup and clean bowls. Operator moved drink.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Upstairs bar area.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Behind cooking equipment on cooks line. Ceiling air vent soiled by ice machine in bar.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink on cooks line.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Under the bar ledge downstairs the wood is unsealed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of fryers.
Mar 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. boiled egg (50F - Cold Holding) item in reach in cooler, employee had drained water and added new water, the temperature of water was higher than 41. He placed eggs in freezer and retemped at 43.
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. sausages 1.75 hours (120F - Reheating); mashed potatoes 1.75 hours (123F - Reheating); gravy 1.75 hours (108F - Reheating) the rate of reheating was not going to reach 165 within 2 hours, employee placed items on cook top to rapidly heat items. Retemped potatoes 165, sausage 167, gravy 165.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. At the outside mop sink.
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. 1 employee working behind bar.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Boiled eggs cooked 3/2 not date mark, employee dated.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small cup inside blue cheese. Employee removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Inside upstairs women's restrooms.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In downstairs and upstairs restrooms.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters above fryers.
Sep 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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