Cantina Anejo

1680 W University Ave, Ste 10, Gainesville, FL 32603

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Apr 17, 2026

Score

High Risk

Across the available record, Cantina Anejo has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2023. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 17, 2026. High risk indicates the latest inspection turned up problems worth knowing about.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Cantina Anejo's latest score of 50 falls below the Gainesville average of 75. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 17, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed : ice in the ice maker bin, full of water that had not drained. The machine was turned off. **Corrective Action Taken**

01B-13-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed : in the cook line tabletop reach-in cooler: marinated shrimp 49°, mahi 49°, butter pats 50°. Items moved to ice baths and freezers. Mahi was 37° in 14 minutes, shrimp was 41° in 14 minutes. Butter was late being put in the chest freezer. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

High Priority - 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.

29-42-4

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed lack of soap at the private bar.

31B-03-4

Basic - 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. Observed : the tabletop reach-in cooler at the far end of the cook line was not holding any time/temperature control for safety food placed in there just before opening(12:00 noon) at 41° and below. Items were moved to ice baths and freezing units. **Corrective Action Taken**

14-74-7

Basic - Dishware/utensils not soaked prior to being placed in three-compartment sink/dishmachine and results in soiled dishware/utensils after washing occurs. Observed : 2 plates on the wait station line, still soiled after being washed. These were moved to the dish area. **Corrective Action Taken**

16-44-4

Basic - Waste line missing at soda gun holster. Observed : waste drain line for 2 soda guns were not connected. One was reattached. **Corrective Action Taken**

29-17-4

Aug 11, 2025

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Aug 8, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Feb 12, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Nov 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Food Properly Stored/Protected

FL-48

Mar 19, 2024

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Feb 23, 2024

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - Date marked combined ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days of preparing/opening the earliest ready-to-eat time/temperature for safety ingredient. See stop sale. Observed: cilantro purée made on 2-15-24.

01B-28-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the drawers under flat top: rice 48, beef 47, beef 47. Items had been left out during cleaning of the unit. Items were to be ice bagged down. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - 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.

29-42-4

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. Observed lack of proof of any training. **Warning**

53B-01-5

Basic - Soiled cloths, linen, aprons, coats, or other uniform apparel not kept in a suitable container prior to laundering. Observed: an apron stored on the cook line prep table. This was removed from the table. **Corrected On-Site**

21-14-4

Sep 7, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Cantina Anejo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Cantina Anejo on file is from Apr 17, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Cantina Anejo?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Cantina Anejo.

How does Cantina Anejo compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Cantina Anejo most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has Cantina Anejo's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Cantina Anejo have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Cantina Anejo 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 Cantina Anejo inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Cantina Anejo is inspected around three times per year on average.

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