Newk's Eatery
Last inspected: Jan 8, 2026
90
Score
Newk's Eatery has been inspected 12 times since 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 8, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near two violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.
Among Gainesville restaurants, the typical score is 75; Newk's Eatery is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.
12
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 8, 2026
Complaint Partial
2 minor violations.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
90
Dec 4, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 3, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.
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Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Single-Use/Single-Service Articles Properly Stored and Used
FL-45
70
Aug 13, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
70
Feb 12, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: on the cook line flip top reach-in cooler: rolled prepped turkey, 47°. This was after stocking today, the meat was above the chill fill line. This was iced down and dropped to 45° in 11 minutes. This will remain iced. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
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 any proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the tea nozzles by the secondary door have buildup in the spout.
22-02-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed: the back door has a gap at the bottom when the door is closed. **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
67
Jul 24, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
67
Nov 29, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the cutting board by the bacon has deep cuts and stained. ALSO, prep make tables with stained boards. ALSO, sweet tea nozzles(and Splenda) have build up.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed: 6 staff with food, no Certified Food Manager on site.
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed some certifications for current staff expired.
53B-14-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed an employee drink stored on a prep table with ham. This was moved below. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed a sweater and employee to go food on the back prep table with portioned sliced ham. These were removed. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
67
Jul 11, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed coleslaw at 44F in the front line reach-in cooler.
03A-02-5
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 a written plan nor kit was available for review. A poster was emailed.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed cutting boards in the front line prep area with stains. ALSO, the tea urn nozzles have build up.
22-02-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed the sanitizer bucket stored on the floor in the prep area.
21-38-4
67
Jan 12, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
78
Sep 9, 2022
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop bucket in a manner not able to dry. Manager hung mop correctly **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks and food stored in the Walk-in Cooler above food to be served to the public. Manager placed items on bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored above prep table. Employee removed cell phone **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Newk's Eatery last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Newk's Eatery on file is from Jan 8, 2026. The public record contains 12 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Newk's Eatery?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Newk's Eatery.
How does Newk's Eatery compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Newk's Eatery most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Newk's Eatery's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Newk's Eatery have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Newk's Eatery 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 Newk's Eatery inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Newk's Eatery is inspected around four times per year on average.
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