DI BIG JERK GAINESVILLE
619 W UNIVERSITY AVE, GAINESVILLE, FL 32601
License #1102933
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Mixed Health Record
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DI BIG JERK GAINESVILLE in GAINESVILLE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 82 out of 100 — a C grade — a noticeable pattern of violations across recent inspections. This restaurant has one inspection on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on August 14, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 11 total violations — 2 critical, 3 major, 6 minor.
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The latest inspection on August 14, 2026 shows 11 observation rows: 2 critical, 3 major, and 6 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Disposition: Administrative complaint recommended
- [03A-02-5] Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : opened Almond breeze 45°. This was placed in the walk-in freezer open for quick chilling.
- [10-07-4] In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : scoop in a pan of 80° water next to the bean cookers. This was placed into 135+ degree water.
- [23-03-4] Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed : food service drawer handles are soiled.
- [31A-11-4] Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed : cook line staff get water from the front line hand wash sink.
- [31B-02-4] No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed : lack of paper towels at the prep sink hand wash sink.
- [50-17-3] Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed : the current license expired on 6-1-2025.m
- [08B-38-4] Food stored on floor. Observed bulk oil on the floor in dry storage.
- [25-05-4] Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed : single serve clams shells, a case on the floor in the dry storage area.
- [32-04-4] Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Observed : 3 restrooms, none are self closing.
- [51-11-4] Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed : 1 co2 tank unsecured outside.
- [53B-02-5] 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 : only 1 certificate available for review, multiple over 60 days.
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