The Dunbar

732 Nw 4 St, Gainesville, FL 32601
American
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
21
Score
High Risk

Inspectors have visited The Dunbar three times, with records going back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 14 violations per visit lately, up from roughly one violation before.

Compared to other Gainesville restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

3
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
21
Dec 15, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 6, 2022
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Basic - No hot running water at mop sink. Observed lack of hot water at the mop sink.
27-10-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door is not self closing.
35B-03-4
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Dunbar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at The Dunbar on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains three inspections in total.

How does The Dunbar compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?

The Dunbar most recently scored 21 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.

Has The Dunbar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at The Dunbar have averaged around 14 violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at The Dunbar means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is The Dunbar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, The Dunbar is inspected roughly once per year on average.