Travelodge
Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025
37
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Travelodge stretching back to 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 5, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around six violations each, up from closer to two violations before.
Compared to other Alachua restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
1
Critical latest
5
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 5, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
37
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Sep 19, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Washing Fruits and Vegetables
FL-42
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
58
Apr 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Feb 5, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
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/. No proof of manager certification available. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-12: No proof of manager certification. **Admin Complaint**
53A-07-6
90
Jun 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Packet of Goodys stored next to salt in cabinet. Manager discarded packet of Goodys. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
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/. No proof of manager certification available. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Basic - Plumbing system improperly installed or repaired. Three compartment sink in disrepair.
29-07-5
74
Feb 27, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored over milk in front counter reach-in cooler. Employee moved eggs to bottom shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
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 - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee rinsing pan in front counter hand washing sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Front counter reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
67
Aug 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed pancake batter in the reach-in cooler, 45F. **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ambient air thermometer in holding unit not accurate within plus or minus 3 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the Ambient air thermometer in the reach-in cooler reads below 0F when the batter was at 45F.
05-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed the inside of the reach-in cooler with debris on the lower shelf.
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 for the establishment. **Warning**
53A-07-6
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used on the underside of the 3 compartment sink cover.
14-71-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed drawers and cabinets used for dry goods storage with an accumulation of dust and debris. ALSO, the area around the 3 compartment sink has dried food debris.
23-03-4
58
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Travelodge last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Travelodge on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
How does Travelodge compare to other restaurants in Alachua?
Travelodge most recently scored 37 out of 100, which is lower than the Alachua average of 75.
Has Travelodge's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Travelodge have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Travelodge 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 Travelodge inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Travelodge is inspected around three times per year on average.
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