Mcdonalds Gainesville
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
67
Score
Going back to 2022, Mcdonalds Gainesville has eight inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 23, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around five violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited three times.
Compared to other Gainesville restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
8
Inspections
1
Critical latest
1
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. 1 cracked raw shell egg in reach in cooler.
01B-03-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Stacey Shaw expired 4/21/2026.
53A-03-7
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Bun toaster silver flaps in disrepair.
14-11-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Black plug in cord under paper towel dispenser at prep Handwash sink. Employee cleaned. Fan guard in walk in cooler. Exterior ice cream machine. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Ice cream bag reach in cooler on front line. Employee cleaned. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
67
Sep 30, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
74
Jul 11, 2024
Complaint Full
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
52
Jun 27, 2024
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. At the Three compartment sink.
29-37-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda dispensing nozzle in lobby.
22-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At Handwash sink next to mop sink and farthest in coffee area. Operator placed Handwash signs at sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer located on cooks line the gasket is soiled. Interior soiled inside reach in freezer near fryer. Walk in cooler fan guards.
23-03-4
Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwash sink inside men's restroom the faucet handle does not work properly, preventing the water from coming out. **Warning**
29-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Inside fry reach in freezer.
14-69-4
64
May 31, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
May 6, 2024
Complaint Full
4 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee in touched bottle of drain cleaner, hair, and hat with bare hand, then proceeded to prepare a frozen drink without washing hands. Manager had employee wash hands before continuing to prepare drinks. **Corrective Action Taken**
12A-29-4
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One fly in dry storage area in back of kitchen. Two flies at front counter. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink 500+ppm. Inspector had manager dilute sink with water, then 250ppm. Manager stated she will call eco lab today to repair dispenser. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-43-4
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Plastic bottle containing drain cleaner stored on prep table beside and above plastic takeout cups. Manager removed drain cleaner from prep table during this inspection. Spray bottle containing glass cleaner stored on shelf beside paper takeout bags at cookline. Manager removed glass cleaner from shelf during this inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hole in ceiling tile in kitchen near fryers.
36-32-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Wet nested plastic pans on rack in warewash area of kitchen.
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup on floor in back of walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Insect pest control device installed on wall above prep area at far right of cookline near bread racks.
35B-02-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Handwash sign missing at handwash sink in kitchen near ice machine.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Electrical wires and column at cookline soiled with dust. Bottom of reach-in freezer near cookline soiled with food debris.
23-03-4
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth bucket near cookline 10ppm. Manager had employee dump and refill sanitizer bucket, then 100ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
21-07-4
39
Aug 17, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
55
Oct 11, 2022
Complaint Full
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
67
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mcdonalds Gainesville last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mcdonalds Gainesville on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mcdonalds Gainesville?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Mcdonalds Gainesville.
How does Mcdonalds Gainesville compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Mcdonalds Gainesville most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Mcdonalds Gainesville's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Mcdonalds Gainesville have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Mcdonalds Gainesville 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 Mcdonalds Gainesville inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mcdonalds Gainesville is inspected around two times per year on average.
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