Quality Inn
Last inspected: Aug 28, 2025
100
Score
Quality Inn has been inspected seven times since 2022. On Aug 28, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
“Establishment has no written procedures for employees” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.
Compared to the broader Gainesville restaurant scene, where the average is 75, this is a stronger showing. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 26, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
50
Oct 28, 2024
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 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: no visible hazard clean up poster. One was emailed and printed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed: there was no visible quaternary amonia test kit on the counters nor in the drawers. **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: the paper towels are on the other side of the 3 compartment sink. ALSO, the soap is on the other side of the sink. ALSO, the sign for handwashing is over the rinse sink, not the hand wash sink.
31B-02-4
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed: the current license is not available for review.
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed: 1 dead roach in the utensil drawer. Staff cleaned up and discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Iced tea dispenser/batter hopper not cleaned at least once every 24 hours. Observed: the waffle batter hopper in the reach-in cooler, with an accumulation of dried batter on the threads and exterior throat of the dispenser. **Repeat Violation**
22-13-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Observed: no visible choking poster. One was emailed and printed. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed: lack of the availability of the last inspection for review.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Observed: clean dishes drying on cloth towels.
14-47-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed: in the storage room off the dining area, cases of single serve stored on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Observed: all forks, spoons and knives are presented food contact side up. **Repeat Violation**
25-02-4
50
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 30, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
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. Observed lack of proof of any training. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: Jay is in the process of completing the Certified Food Manager test. 30 day extension. **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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: lack of a Certified Food Manager. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-10-30: No Change, Per Hitendra, Jay said he would have the class and test done by the end of 2 weeks. The class and test are currently prepaid. Nov 13, 2023 is the expected completion date. Please email me a copy of the completed/passed Test From AAA. **Time Extended**
53A-07-6
82
Aug 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 14 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the dining area reach-in cooler: butter 55, cream cheese 51F.
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in the dining area self serve reach-in cooler: butter 55, cream cheese 51F.
01B-02-5
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: no forms, no training. **Warning**
11-26-1
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: lack of a plan.
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed: the batter hopper with dried, crusty debris around the top screw cap. Staff started cleaning it. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No certified food manager for establishment. 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: lack of a Certified Food Manager. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit, quaternary amonia in a gallon jug under the 3 compartment sink.
16-37-1
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Observed lack of a probe thermometer.
05-08-4
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 lack of proof of any training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed the reach-in cooler in the dining area not holding at 41F or below. Butter and cream cheese both above 51F. The inside of the unit had condensation formed on the walls.
14-74-7
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed: the kitchen microwave had an accumulation of debris and grease on the inside. The staff started cleaning it. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-08-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no signs reminding/requiring employees to wash their hands, Kitchen and restroom. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed in the dry storage room connected to the dining area, multiple boxes of single serve stored on the floor.
25-05-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed: unwrapped single serve forks on the dining area counter, not placed with the food contact portion faced down.
25-06-4
29
Sep 2, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Observed no hand wash sink in the kitchen, only a three compartment sink available. **Warning**
31A-04-4
Basic - Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. Observed self closing mechanism disconnected rom rest room door.
32-17-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand wash sign in kitchen or bathroom. Inspector provided sign.
31B-04-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed fruit box on floor in kitchen
08B-38-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed no covered waste receptacle provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed box of single serve cups on floor in kitchen
25-06-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Quality Inn last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Quality Inn on file is from Aug 28, 2025. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Quality Inn?
Across the inspection record, “establishment has no written procedures for employees” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Quality Inn.
How does Quality Inn compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Quality Inn most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Quality Inn's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Quality Inn have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Quality Inn 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 Quality Inn inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Quality Inn is inspected around two times per year on average.
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