Rush Bowls

1360 W University Ave Ste 40, Gainesville, FL 32603

Vegetarian

Last inspected: Sep 9, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records show four inspections at Rush Bowls stretching back to 2023. On Sep 9, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.

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.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Sep 9, 2025

Food-Licensing Inspection

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Mar 5, 2025

Routine - Food

3 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Aug 7, 2023

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: in the front line reach-in cooler: milk 58, Almond milk 63, oat milk 61, chai tea 62F. The last 3 containers require refrigeration after opening. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-07: Front line reach-in cooler Chai tea 49F, milk 47F. **Admin Complaint**

03A-02-5

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed: in the front line reach-in cooler: milk 58, Almond milk 63, oat milk 61, chai tea 62F. The last 3 containers require refrigeration after opening. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-07: Chai tea, open, 49F Milk 47F See stop sale. **Admin Complaint**

01B-02-5

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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 employee training and no proof that employees are to report illnesses. Discussed the Employee Reporting form and emailed a blank copy. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-07: **Time Extended**

11-26-1

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: no proof of training available for review. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-07: Observed: lack of employee training **Time Extended**

53B-01-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : 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 front line reach-in cooler is not holding time/temperature control for safety foods at 41F or below as is evidenced by: milk 58, Almond milk 63, oat milk 61, chai tea 62F. The left door gasket is not fully attached which prevents the door from closing. - From follow-up inspection 2023-08-07: Reach-in cooler is not holding time/temperature control for safety food as evidenced by chai tea 49, milk 47F. **Time Extended**

14-74-7

Mar 6, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Rush Bowls last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Rush Bowls on file is from Sep 9, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Rush Bowls compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

Rush Bowls most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has Rush Bowls' inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Rush Bowls have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Rush Bowls 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 Rush Bowls inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Rush Bowls is inspected around two times per year on average.

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