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SUBLIME TACOS

1818 NE WALDO RD · GAINESVILLE · Alachua County · FL 32609

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJanuary 10, 2024
Inspection typeRoutine – Food
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionWarning Issued
Resultfollow_up_required
Inspection number3402128
Visit number1
Inspection Visit ID8537526
DBPR license1103595

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
3 High Priority4 Intermediate7 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical14 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

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

High Priority 3

#8High Priority08A-05-6

High Priority – Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shell eggs stored above sliced tomatoes in prep area reach-in cooler. Manager moved Shell eggs to shelf above beef. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#9High Priority12A-09-4

High Priority – Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee handled raw beef and proceeded to handle take out container without washing hands and changing gloves. Manager had employee wash hands and change gloves. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#10High Priority03A-02-5

High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Items in prep area reach-in cooler: pork (46F – Cold Holding); cheese sauce (45F – Cold Holding); tempeh (45F – Cold Holding); cheese (46F – Cold Holding). Manager stated door was opened and closed often and that items were at proper temperature at 11 am. Manager moved items to reach-in freezer to reduce temperature to 41F. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**

Corrective Action TakenWarning

Intermediate 4

#11Intermediate31A-11-4

Intermediate – Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket stored in prep area hand washing sink. Manager removed bucket. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#12Intermediate53A-07-6

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 for establishment. **Warning**

Warning
#13Intermediate53B-01-5

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. No proof of employee training for establishment. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#14Intermediate41-17-4

Intermediate – Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle stored underneath three compartment sink.

Basic 7

#1Basic12B-07-4

Basic – Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in front of coffee maker. Manager removed drink. **Corrected On-Site**

Corrected On-Site
#2Basic24-08-4

Basic – Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried – wet nesting. Pans stored at the end of three compartment sink.

#3Basic36-24-5

Basic – Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall underneath hand washing sink across from cook line grill. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#4Basic10-20-4

Basic – In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs stored on cook line oven handle. Manager removed tongs from oven handle. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation
#5Basic10-07-4

Basic – In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spatulas stored in standing water,73F,on cook line. Manager placed pan of water with spatulas on grill to heat. **Corrective Action Taken**

Corrective Action Taken
#6Basic31B-04-4

Basic – No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand washing sign at hand washing sink across from cook line grill.

#7Basic23-03-4

Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets of cook line grill drawers. **Repeat Violation**

Repeat Violation

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 14, 2026 1:14 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 3 · Time/temperature control for safety food
1 observation(s)
Category 8 · Food protection and cross-contamination
1 observation(s)
Category 10 · In-use food dispensing utensils
2 observation(s)
Category 12 · Handwashing and hygienic practices
2 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 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
1 observation(s)
Category 41 · Chemicals and toxic substances
1 observation(s)
Category 45 · Fire extinguishing equipment – reporting only
1 observation(s)
Category 53 · Food manager certification / employee training verification
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.