Pirate's Grill
Last inspected: Jan 28, 2026
90
Score
Going back to 2022, Pirate's Grill has 10 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 28, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around six violations per visit lately, up from roughly three violations before.
“Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.
Among Gainesville restaurants, the typical score is 75; Pirate's Grill is comfortably above that bar. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 28, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
90
Aug 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
67
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Item in reach-in cooler next to cook line: cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding). Manager stated tomato was cut the previous day.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Cooked rice in walk-in cooler dated 3/24.
01B-24-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Item in reach-in cooler next to cook line: cut tomato (48F - Cold Holding). Manager stated tomato was cut the previous day.
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Creamer in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager stated creamer opened on 4/12. Manager placed proper date on creamer. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
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. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler next to cook line. Shelf in reach-in freezer across from cook line. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Garbage can blocking hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. Manager moved garbage can during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. One of two employees missing training certification.
53B-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of chicken on floor in walk-in freezer. Manager placed chicken on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gasket of reach-in freezer across from cook line. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Container of sausage in reach-in cooler across from cook line. Manager placed lid on container. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
33
Apr 4, 2025
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Feb 1, 2025
Complaint Full
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. No proof of employee training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-01: No change. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
90
Jan 31, 2025
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed five live roaches on floor underneath and behind reach-in cooler next to cook line fryers. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw eggs stored over bottles of beer in walk-in cooler. Manager moved eggs to bottom shelf during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottles stored at end of cook line.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Scrub pads stored in hand washing sink next to three compartment sink. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No hand towels at hand washing sink next to three compartment sink.
31B-02-4
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. No proof of employee training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches on floor behind cook line. **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line grill greasy. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers stored on kitchen shelf across from cook line. Manager turned containers over during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
25-06-4
43
Sep 12, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of window cleaner on kitchen prep table next to spices. Manager removed bottle of window cleaner during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in reach-in cooler next to cook line: hummus (47F - Cold Holding); taziki (46F - Cold Holding). Manager stated items placed in cooler three hours prior to temperature being taken. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired on 6/1/2024. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Containers stored in front counter hand washing sink. Manager removed container during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment probe thermometer stops at 50F.
05-08-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Air conditioning vents throughout the kitchen.
36-34-5
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Bowls stored on shelf across from walk-in cooler.
24-05-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front counter hand washing sink.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents above cook line grill.
23-03-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers stored behind front counter. Manager turned containers over. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
41
Mar 11, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler on cook line.
22-02-4
90
Mar 1, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 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. No written procedure available. Inspector provided operator with written procedure. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stored on dish rack across from fryer.
22-02-4
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Establishment has no probe thermometer.
05-08-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Wall behind grill greasy. Lid of reach-in cooler at end of cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Containers stored on clean dish rack across from fryers.
16-46-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Pan lids stored on shelf above prep table. Manager turned lids over. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
Basic - Worn, torn and/or soiled floors/carpeting. Floor behind grill and fryers greasy.
36-10-4
61
Jul 6, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
78
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pirate's Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pirate's Grill on file is from Jan 28, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pirate's Grill?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Pirate's Grill.
How does Pirate's Grill compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Pirate's Grill most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Pirate's Grill's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Pirate's Grill have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pirate's Grill 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 Pirate's Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pirate's Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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