Pita Pit
Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026
86
Score
Going back to 2022, Pita Pit has nine inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Mar 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near six violations per visit across recent inspections.
Looking across the full record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Gainesville restaurant scores 75. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 17, 2026
Complaint Partial
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
86
Nov 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
45
Aug 5, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
58
Jan 27, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed: raw eggs over canned drinks in the walk-in cooler.
08A-11-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the coke nozzle has an accumulation of build up.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed: the back hand wash sink used as a dump sink.
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. Observed: only 2 certificates available for review, 5+ employees employed over 60 days.
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed: an employee drink stored by the front line hand wash sink. This was moved to the back. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed: the air return vent has an Alachua County Property Appraisers website dust.
36-34-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed: on the front line by the register, to go clam shells are not inverted. These were flipped upside down. **Corrected On-Site**
25-06-4
55
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Jul 15, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed on the front line: scrambled egg 107, beans 109, chorizo 129, beef 119°. The thermostats were reset to bring items to 165 and then lower to at least 135° or higher for hot holding. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed: 6 shell eggs at Ambient air temperature 63°, these have been out since 10:00 am.
01B-02-5
High Priority - Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed: the 3 compartment sink at 100 ppm. This was corrected to 300 ppm for quaternary amonia. **Corrected On-Site**
22-43-4
Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Observed: 3 employees working, no Employee Reporting forms.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the can opener blade with dried food debris.
22-02-4
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. Observed no proof of any training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed multiple ceiling tiles out of place in the kitchen.
36-36-4
Basic - Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Observed: the lower part of the front line reach-in cooler gasket is torn.
14-10-4
43
Jan 19, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: spray bottles with chemicals stored with clean pans. The sprays were moved below. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed: the unisex bathroom lacks complying hot water. (71F)
27-16-4
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Observed: the kitchen hand wash sink has the hot water on the right side.
29-07-5
Basic - Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Observed: the kitchen hand wash sink drains slow.
29-19-4
70
Mar 23, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Observed No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. **Time Extended**
53B-02-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Observed person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-03-23: Observed person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location **Time Extended**
53A-02-7
82
Jul 27, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed no probe thermometer available
05-08-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed groves in cutting board on prep table at front counter
14-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice build up in Walk-in Freezer
14-69-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single serve cups stored on the floor . Manager placed on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Observed unwashed produce stored over ready to eat sauces. Manager moved items **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking water pipe above mop sink
29-11-4
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 placed mop to air dry **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Pita Pit last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Pita Pit on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Pita Pit?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Pita Pit.
How does Pita Pit compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Pita Pit most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Pita Pit's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Pita Pit have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Pita Pit 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 Pita Pit inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Pita Pit is inspected around two times per year on average.
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