Inspection Report

Florida DBPR Inspection Report
Completed

GATORS DOCKSIDE

15241 US 441 · EUSTIS · Lake County · FL 32726

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateMarch 19, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionInspection Completed – No Further Action
Resultmet_inspection_standards
Inspection number3398050
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8523415
DBPR license4508176

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
5 High Priority7 Intermediate12 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical24 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

24 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 5

#13High Priority03D-02-5

High Priority – Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. – chili 47° cooled over night in walk-in cooler. Operator discarded.

#14High Priority08A-20-5

High Priority – Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw shrimp on cooks line. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#15High Priority02C-01-5

High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. – chili date marked 3/9

#16High Priority01B-24-5

High Priority – Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale.

Stop Sale
#17High Priority41-10-4

High Priority – Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Spray lubricant store on cooks line above make line. – spray bottle of cleaner stored next to clean pitchers at front bar.**Corrected On-Site** **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Intermediate 7

#18Intermediate02C-03-5

Intermediate – Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. – Gallon milk stored in glass door cooler

#19Intermediate22-02-4

Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -white cutting boards -can opener -electric slicer -char grill top – drink nozzle and holster at front bar. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#20Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. – hand sink next to cooks line used as dump sink. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#21Intermediate31B-02-4

Intermediate – No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. – hand sink at drink station. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#22Intermediate11-26-1

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. – 3 new hires

#23Intermediate22-31-4

Intermediate – Non-pitting surface rust on food-contact equipment. – lower shelf at prep table

#24Intermediate41-04-4

Intermediate – Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. -Spray lubricant store on cooks line **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site

Basic 12

#1Basic22-20-5

Basic – Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.

#2Basic16-21-4

Basic – Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

#3Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. – employee drink stored next to clean pitchers at front bar.

#4Basic36-73-4

Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under all cooking equipment on cooks line.

#5Basic36-17-5

Basic – Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. -missing grout throughout entire kitchen areas -cooks line **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#6Basic33-19-4

Basic – Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.

#7Basic22-08-4

Basic – Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. – microwave on cooks line

#8Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior of ice machine -exterior of fryers -exterior of burner stove -exterior of Flat top grill -hood fliters – exterior of cold holding units on cooks line – gaskets on all cold holding units on cooks line **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#9Basic33-16-4

Basic – Open dumpster lid.

#10Basic22-16-4

Basic – Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. – all reach in coolers and freezers on cooks line

#11Basic24-18-4

Basic – Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. – forks and spoons stored handle side down on storage rack.

#12Basic36-27-5

Basic – Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -wall behind cooking equipment on cooks line.

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 9, 2026 1:59 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 1 · Approved food source
1 observation(s)
Category 2 · Original container, labeling, date marking and consumer advisory
2 observation(s)
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 11 · Employee health knowledge / ill employees
1 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
1 observation(s)
Category 16 · Dishwashing facilities, test kits and gauges
1 observation(s)
Category 22 · Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
5 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 24 · Storage/handling of clean equipment and utensils
1 observation(s)
Category 31 · Handwash sinks, supplies and signage
2 observation(s)
Category 33 · Garbage, refuse and premises maintenance
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
2 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.