Baymont Inn & Suites
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
45
Score
Across the available record, Baymont Inn & Suites has five inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Baymont Inn & Suites was last inspected on Aug 28, 2025. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to nine violations.
“No paper towels” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
By comparison, the average Gainesville facility scores 75, putting Baymont Inn & Suites on the weaker side. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
5
Inspections
2
Critical latest
3
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
45
Feb 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Properly Stored/Protected
FL-48
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
55
Apr 29, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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. No proof of employee training available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: No proof of employee training available. **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - 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/. No manager certification available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-29: No manager training available. **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
82
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before initiating a task working with food. Employee handled chemical spray bottle and proceeded to handle food items in kitchen without washing hands.
12A-07-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item on front counter buffet: waffle batter (61F - Cold Holding). Employee stated item placed on counter two hours prior to temperature being taken. Employee placed item in reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of cleaner stored on prep counter across from kitchen reach-in cooler. Employee placed bottle on shelf where chemicals are stored. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - 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/. No manager certification available. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen hand washing sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available. **Repeat Violation**
05-08-4
Intermediate - 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. No proof of employee training available. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle on prep counter across from kitchen reach-in cooler.
41-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups and lids stored on kitchen floor.
25-05-4
37
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Sanitizer spray bottle in kitchen, 200 +ppm. Manager added water to bottle, 75 ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Current license expired on 6/1/2022. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - 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. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit available.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No hand towels and hand washing sign in restroom next to kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. No probe thermometer available.
05-08-4
Intermediate - 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. Establishment has no proof of employee reporting responsibility.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle stored on shelf next to kitchen door.
41-17-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid. Dumpster on south side of property. **Repeat Violation**
33-16-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee cakes stored in kitchen reach-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-49-4
Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. No light shield for lite fixture in kitchen.
38-07-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. No choking poster posted.
51-13-4
33
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Baymont Inn & Suites last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Baymont Inn & Suites on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Baymont Inn & Suites?
Across the inspection record, “no paper towels” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Baymont Inn & Suites.
How does Baymont Inn & Suites compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Baymont Inn & Suites most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Baymont Inn & Suites' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Baymont Inn & Suites have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Baymont Inn & Suites means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Baymont Inn & Suites inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Baymont Inn & Suites is inspected around two times per year on average.
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