Djs Cast Iron Burgers
Last inspected: Feb 2, 2026
74
Score
The health department has logged 13 inspections at Djs Cast Iron Burgers, the earliest from 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 2, 2026. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
When inspectors have written things up, “screen in door torn/in poor repair” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Gainesville restaurants. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
13
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 2, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
74
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Aug 7, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. tomatoes (47F - Cold Holding); lettuce (46,47F - Cold Holding) items in reach in cooler across from grill. Other items 41F or below. beef (51F - Cold Holding); parcooked fries (89F - Cold Holding) items in cooler under grill. Spoke to employee about getting ice on items. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-07: Beef 51, item next to fries 66F cooling. **Admin Complaint**
03A-02-5
86
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
70
Jan 21, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee placed raw beef on flat top then grabbed spatulas handle and moved cooked beef patty to bun, did not change gloves or wash hands.
12A-12-4
Intermediate - 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 out of 3 who has been employed for 3 months no training.
53B-02-5
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Screen door on the back of truck the screening is torn. **Repeat Violation**
35B-09-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Container of employee food on shelf above sauce containers to be used for the public's food.
08B-49-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air conditioning vents soiled located on ceiling near Three compartment sink.
36-34-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Bag on top of oven which contains cookies.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Thermos cup on top of oven which contains cookies.
12B-07-4
58
Nov 20, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Establishment using food additives or adding components such as vinegar as a method of food preservation or to make the food not time/temperature control for safety without an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Pickling cucumbers. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-20: Spoke to operator via email, he is working on submitting. **Time Extended**
03G-42-2
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Preserving pickles (cooking, cooling, preserving shelf life past 7 days.) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-11-20: **Time Extended**
03G-50-1
82
Sep 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 6/1/2024, owner paid during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
50-17-3
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Container of medicine over Togo brown containers. Men's vitamin bottle on shelf above dried seasonings and canned items. Manager moved items to office. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle on shelf in back storage area with purple liquid inside. Operator labeled as degreaser. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Intermediate - Establishment using food additives or adding components such as vinegar as a method of food preservation or to make the food not time/temperature control for safety without an approved Process Waiver from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Pickling cucumbers. **Warning**
03G-42-2
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Preserving pickles (cooking, cooling, preserving shelf life past 7 days.) **Warning**
03G-50-1
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoops handle directly in the sugar. Operator moved scoop. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting board on drying shelf.
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Prepped container of lettuce on floor in walk in cooler.
08B-38-4
47
Sep 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (53F - Cold Holding); blanched fries (49F - Cold Holding) items in reach in cooler drawers, operator stated they had other drawers open restocking the back up sodas and water.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over portioned sauces in reach in cooler, employee moved beef below. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container of sharpening stones in Handwash sink, employee moved item. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Screen in door torn/in poor repair. Back screen door the bottom portion screen corner is torn.
35B-09-4
61
Mar 13, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - Establishment preparing food using a method that has been determined by the Divisions of Hotels and Restaurants to require an approved variance from the Division. Establishment does not have an approved variance for the method observed in use during the inspection. Pre paring house made pickles, heat is being applied with extended shelf life.
03G-46-1
Intermediate - Operator is doing a special process, conducting reduced oxygen packaging, cooking time/temperature control for safety food to a time and temperature combination lesser than those in the Food Code or operating a molluscan shellfish tank for human consumption without a HACCP plan approved by the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Pre paring house made pickles, heat is being applied with extended shelf life.
03G-50-1
82
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cheese in reach in cooler. Operator moved beef. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Multiple employee items over sauce and pickles in reach in cooler.
08B-49-4
82
Sep 13, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
64
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 4, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
64
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Djs Cast Iron Burgers last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Djs Cast Iron Burgers on file is from Feb 2, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Djs Cast Iron Burgers?
Across the inspection record, “screen in door torn/in poor repair” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Djs Cast Iron Burgers.
How does Djs Cast Iron Burgers compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Djs Cast Iron Burgers most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Djs Cast Iron Burgers' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Djs Cast Iron Burgers have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Djs Cast Iron Burgers means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Djs Cast Iron Burgers inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Djs Cast Iron Burgers is inspected around four times per year on average.
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