Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue

1404 West University Ave Ste 10, Gainesville, FL 32603

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue has eight inspections on file, the first dated 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 18, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.

Compared to the broader Gainesville restaurant scene, this is about average. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Aug 5, 2025

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Jan 9, 2025

Routine - Food

2 critical violations.

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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: chicken cooked this morning, on the front line, in a steam well, 109°. These were placed on time as a public health control. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**

03B-01-6

High Priority - Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed: 2 moldy lemons in the case in the walk-in cooler. These were discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

01B-07-4

Jul 22, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jan 9, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. Observed: the front line display cut leafy greens are lacking their time mark. Opened at 11, an adjusted mark is being made on a sheet. **Corrective Action Taken**

03F-02-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed: a purse on the front line prep counter.

40-06-5

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed insulated cup on the front line prep counter.

12B-07-4

Aug 4, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used

FL-45

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Jan 27, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

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. Observed person in charge at 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. Inspector provided vomitting and diarrhea procedure. **Corrected On-Site**

11-27-4

Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed no of lettuce and chicken on floor in walk-in-cooler . Manager placed both items on shelf **Corrected On-Site**

08B-38-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working container of food removed ( sugar ) from original container not identified by common name. Manager place label on container **Corrected On-Site**

02D-01-5

Sep 20, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Gainesville average of 75.

Has Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Just Salad 1404 West U Avenue is inspected around three times per year on average.

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