Schlotzsky's
Last inspected: Apr 28, 2026
67
Score
Public records show six inspections at Schlotzsky's stretching back to 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 28, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around eight violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
“Food-contact surfaces” comes up most often, recorded six times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Gainesville average 91, so Schlotzsky's trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
6
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 28, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations. 3 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink in the bread preparation area to have no hand soap.
511-6-1.07(3)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed several gaskets in the facility to be in disrepair
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soil accumulation on all wire-shelving in the facility.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the lid on the dumpster to be left open.
511-6-1.06(5)(n)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Water damaged ceiling tiles were observed in the kitchen and front dining area. Accumulated mold debris was observed above the mop sink.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed ceiling tiles in the kitchen to be replaced with porous ceiling tiles that are not smooth and easily cleanable. Restroom tiles were seen to be the same.
511-6-1.07(2)(a)
13A - posted: permit/inspection/choking poster/handwashing
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the most recent inspection report to not be posted in the facility.
511-6-1.02(1)(d)
67
Apr 20, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations. 6 corrected on site.
View 13 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bread and pizza crust to be stored on wire-shelving that is a non-food contact surface, while touching the wall and heavy soil accumulation build-up on shelving.
511-6-1.04(1)
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
Inspector notes: Observed no active managerial control based on the following:
511-6-1.03(2)(a)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hand sink by the vegetable sink to have a non-operational paper towel dispenser, preventing proper handwashing procedures from occurring.
511-6-1.07(3)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a mold-like substance to be on the soda dispenser nozzles.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12D - washing fruits and vegetables
Inspector notes: Observed the PIC to have a glove on, when EHS noticed the hand soap dispenser was not dispensing soap. The PIC showed that the dispenser was working properly by dispensing soap into their glove. Then, the PIC proceeded to rinse their glove off into the vegetable sink and not the adjacent hand sink before taking the gloves fully off to discard them.
511-6-1.04(4)(g)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several reusable personal cups for food employee drinks throughout the facility in food preparation areas.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
4-2A - food stored covered
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed bread and pizza crust to be just made, while unprotected from overhead contamination.
511-6-1.04(4)(c)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee involved in food preparation wearing a smart watch.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed several gaskets in the facility to be in disrepair
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Observed all cutting boards to have deep grooves in them with heavy soil accumulation.
511-6-1.05(6)(b)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soil accumulation on all wire-shelving in the facility.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed drain plug to be missing from the outside dumpster.
511-6-1.06(5)(o)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Water damaged ceiling tiles were observed in the kitchen and front dining area. Accumulated mold debris was observed above the mop sink.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
39
Oct 2, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: observed an accumulation of pink slime in the interior surface of the bulk ice machine in the main kitchen.
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed old food on clean dishware/baking equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
12B - personal cleanliness
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food employee involved in food preparation wearing a smart watch.
511-6-1.03(5)(g)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed soil accumulation on walls and dust accumulation on vents throughout the main kitchen. Observed heavy soil accumulation on food contact surfaces of cooking pans and equipment.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
74
Apr 8, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed food items (2 bags of Italian sausage, a bag of grilled chicken and a bag of feta cheese) located in the reach in freezer to be between 48F and 50F. Owner was called and stated that the freezer was turned off around 12 noon, due to over freezing and she forgot to turn it back on. Violation was found at approximately 3:46pm. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C). COS: PIC voluntarily discarded all food items during the inspection.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed the hand sink, located in the food prep area to have no hot, water. A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF (29.4 ºC) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. PIC cut off cold water and placed a "DO NOT USE" sign on the sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed an accumulation of pink slime in the interior surface of soda bulk ice machine. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. Note: PIC will drain and wash, rinse, & sanitize interior surface of bulk ice machine at COB.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC to clean gaskets at COB.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
67
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC to clean gaskets at COB.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Water damaged ceiling tiles were observed in the kitchen. Accumulated mold debris was observed above the mop sink.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon entry into the kitchen, observed cup with no lid or straw on top of the prep top cooler. Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, and use tobacco shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. COS: Cup was voluntarily thrown away during the inspection.
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
86
Mar 15, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
1-2A - pic present, demonstrates knowledge, performs duties
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Upon arriving into the facility on one was in charge of the kitchen.
511-6-1.03(2)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Water damaged ceiling tiles were observed in the kitchen. Accumulated mold debris was observed above the mop sink.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Schlotzsky's last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Schlotzsky's on file is from Apr 28, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Schlotzsky's?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Schlotzsky's.
How does Schlotzsky's compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Schlotzsky's most recently scored 67 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 91.
Has Schlotzsky's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Schlotzsky's have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Schlotzsky's 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 Schlotzsky's inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Schlotzsky's is inspected around three times per year on average.
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