Gainesville, Alachua County

BIG DOGG JAMAICAN BBQ AND MORE

1308 E UNIVERSITY AVE, Gainesville, FL 32641

FoodMobile MFDV
Latest violations
0
No violations
Feb 12, 2026
City
Gainesville
County
Alachua
Status
Current / Active
Inspections
22

Violation history

Florida violations grouped by priority level over time.

Inspection history

Florida inspections are violation-priority based, with high priority, intermediate, and basic counts shown separately.

Feb 12, 2026

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Jan 31, 2026

Routine - Food

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Total: 1

27-12-4

Detail 24339971

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Food truck open during inspection, water turned off. Operator plugged electric in but burnt water pump up. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2026-01-31: No change. Time Extended

Jan 30, 2026

Routine - Food

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 2Total: 5

27-12-4

Detail 24339020

High Priority - Establishment operating with no potable running water. Food truck open during inspection, water turned off. Operator plugged electric in but burnt water pump up. Warning

22-02-4

Detail 24339019

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior white cooler soiled inside truck. Cutting board stained on counter. Repeat Violation

31B-02-4

Detail 24339023

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.

36-51-4

Detail 24339022

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. The Three compartment sink counter wood is starting to rot/fall apart. Repeat Violation

16-25-5

Detail 24339021

Basic - Warewashing conducted in outdoor area. Tables set up with clean dishes drying, with soap and hose by area indicating the washing outside. Repeat Violation

Sep 8, 2025

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Intermediate: 1Basic: 7Total: 8

22-02-4

Detail 24015831

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board stained on cooks line. Repeat Violation

36-51-4

Detail 24015829

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Counter top by Three compartment sink falling/in disrepair. Repeat Violation

24-07-4

Detail 24015834

Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Shelf of clean pots/pans outside.

14-11-5

Detail 24015833

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board on cooks line with deep cut marks. Repeat Violation

10-17-4

Detail 24015835

Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. 2 knives between the back of Handwash sink.

23-03-4

Detail 24015830

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Stove ranges are soiled. Repeat Violation

12B-13-4

Detail 24015836

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. 2 drinks in reach in freezer over drinks.

16-25-5

Detail 24015832

Basic - Warewashing conducted in outdoor area.

May 9, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Apr 24, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

27-16-4

Detail 23731633

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water for establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Operator stated he should have a new water heater by next week. Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-24: Operator received new water heater it did not work, he has a different one but is not hooked up yet. Admin Complaint

Apr 4, 2025

Routine - Food

Call Back - Extension given, pending

Intermediate: 1Total: 1

27-16-4

Detail 23685760

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water for establishment. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2025-04-04: Operator stated he should have a new water heater by next week. Time Extended

Mar 27, 2025

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 3Basic: 6Total: 11

12A-19-4

Detail 23664692

High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Truck does not have hot water at the moment, operator washed hands with cold water to plate food for customer.

35A-02-7

Detail 23664690

High Priority - Live, small flying insects found. 1 fly flying around Three compartment sink in food truck. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 23664699

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Stained cutting board. Interior smoker.

31B-03-4

Detail 23664696

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator placed bottle of soap at sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

27-16-4

Detail 23664695

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water for establishment. Repeat Violation Warning

36-51-4

Detail 23664694

Basic - Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. The Three compartment sink table top is not smooth and easily cleanable, the wooden sides are not sealed.

24-24-4

Detail 23664697

Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Clean pots and pans on table outside back door. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 23664691

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board with deep cut marks. Knife with handle taped to blade. Repeat Violation

23-03-4

Detail 23664700

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Interior chest reach in freezer soiled. Repeat Violation

35B-05-4

Detail 23664693

Basic - Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Slide up door open during operation flies are present inside truck. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 23664698

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. And ceiling soiled throughout food truck.

Oct 17, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate: 2Total: 2

53A-02-7

Detail 23282632

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager expired 6/2024. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: Operator stated they just took the manager course and is waiting for the certificate. Admin Complaint

53B-01-5

Detail 23282631

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 1 employee expired 2/2024. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time Extended - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-17: No change. Admin Complaint

Aug 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Total: 3

35A-02-6

Detail 23091547

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6 flies in food truck. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Observed 2 flies in truck. Admin Complaint

53A-02-7

Detail 23091546

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager expired 6/2024. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time Extended

53B-01-5

Detail 23091545

Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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. 1 employee expired 2/2024. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-23: Time Extended

Aug 16, 2024

Routine - Food

Warning Issued

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 5Basic: 8Total: 14

35A-02-6

Detail 23072047

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 6 flies in food truck. Warning

31A-11-4

Detail 23072054

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Pan and spoon in Handwash sink, employee moved items. Corrected On-Site

53A-02-7

Detail 23072048

Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager expired 6/2024. Warning

53B-01-5

Detail 23072052

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. 1 employee expired 2/2024. Warning

31B-03-4

Detail 23072044

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Employee placed soap at Handwash sink. Corrected On-Site

27-16-4

Detail 23072046

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Truck has no running water, employee got battery from car and hooked up water so water is running properly. Corrected On-Site

24-24-4

Detail 23072056

Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Rack of clean dishes stored outside food truck. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 23072051

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Cutting board with deep cut marks. Knifes hand,e wrapped in tape that is peeling. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 23072050

Basic - Food stored on floor. Bbq sauce bottle on floor in truck. Repeat Violation

10-20-4

Detail 23072057

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on outside smoker handle not protected from environmental contamination.

23-03-4

Detail 23072049

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in freezer outside interior soiled. Repeat Violation

35B-04-4

Detail 23072053

Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. The back roll up door is closed but sun is shining through the bottom indicating a gap.

29-08-4

Detail 23072055

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Pipes disconnected under Three compartment sink.

16-25-5

Detail 23072045

Basic - Warewashing conducted in outdoor area. Rack of clean dishes drying outside of food truck, operator stated he washes outside with hose then puts them inside the food truck, inspector spoke to operator about washing dishes in Three compartment sink inside food truck.

45-02-4

Detail 23072043

Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Fire extinguisher under sink the arrow is in the recharge zone.

Jan 23, 2024

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 6Total: 9

08A-05-6

Detail 22585609

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over butter in reach in cooler, operator moved pork below. Corrected On-Site

03B-01-6

Detail 22585615

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken (122F - Hot Holding); cabbage (96F - Hot Holding) operator stated items on cook top out of temp for 10 minutes, he turned on stove top. Corrective Action Taken

22-02-4

Detail 22585612

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Interior bottom of reach in cooler.

24-24-4

Detail 22585610

Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Shelf of cleaned utensils outside. Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 22585607

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Knife repaired with black tape. Cutting board is grooved in the middle. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22585614

Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of seasoning on floor by fryer. Operator placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

10-07-4

Detail 22585613

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Spoon in water temped at 93F.

14-47-4

Detail 22585611

Basic - Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Side of plywood attachments to counter in front of Three compartment sink.

23-03-4

Detail 22585608

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. The top of reach in cooler.

Sep 21, 2023

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 2Basic: 5Total: 9

35A-02-6

Detail 22303888

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 4 flies flying in food truck.

41-10-4

Detail 22303889

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Fly bait on top of corn, operator moved bait.

31A-11-4

Detail 22303884

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spoons in Handwash sink, operator moved spoons. Corrected On-Site

31B-02-4

Detail 22303887

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No towels or soap, operator placed by sink. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

24-24-4

Detail 22303886

Basic - Clean equipment and utensils stored in a room that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Shelf outside with clean pots and utensils.

14-11-5

Detail 22303890

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer lid rusted the surface. Cutting board with deep cut marks. Repeat Violation

08B-38-4

Detail 22303891

Basic - Food stored on floor. Canned corn and sauce on floor, operator placed on shelf. Corrected On-Site

35B-03-4

Detail 22303885

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. The back roll up door.

33-31-5

Detail 22303883

Basic - Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. At the back of truck there's garbage and extra equipment.

Apr 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 1Intermediate: 2Basic: 3Total: 6

03B-01-6

Detail 21964646

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (90F - Hot Holding) operator placed back on stove. Corrective Action Taken

31B-03-4

Detail 21964641

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Operator provided. Corrected On-Site

27-16-4

Detail 21964644

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned on water. Corrected On-Site Repeat Violation

14-11-5

Detail 21964645

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Interior microwave rusting. Repeat Violation

08B-32-4

Detail 21964643

Basic - Food being prepared outside. Cabbage outside being cut. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

23-03-4

Detail 21964642

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets in reach in freezer soiled. Shelves in reach in freezer. Dry storage shelves above Three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

Apr 28, 2023

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 23, 2023

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

Intermediate: 3Basic: 5Total: 8

11-27-4

Detail 21806141

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.

11-26-1

Detail 21806146

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.

27-16-4

Detail 21806143

Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Operator turned water on during inspection. Corrected On-Site

14-11-5

Detail 21806142

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. The counter top inside truck not smooth and easily cleanable.

08B-32-4

Detail 21806145

Basic - Food being prepared outside. Ribs being seasoned outside under tent. Admin Complaint

23-03-4

Detail 21806148

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Inside the cash drawer, counter top inside all of truck.

35B-03-4

Detail 21806144

Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Large rolling door opened.

29-08-4

Detail 21806147

Basic - Plumbing system in disrepair. Bucket under Handwash sink to catch water, drain not hooked up to sink. Warning

Jun 1, 2022

Routine - Food

Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority: 2Basic: 5Total: 7

03A-02-5

Detail 21118686

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed butter purchased today at 55F. The butter was placed in the freezer. Corrective Action Taken

03B-01-6

Detail 21118688

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed cooked rice at 116F. This was placed back on the hot plate. Corrective Action Taken

35B-01-4

Detail 21118690

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed the end toll door has light emitting at the bottom when closed. ALSO, at the top corners light can be seen when the door is closed.

10-07-4

Detail 21118687

Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed serving utensils in standing water on the counter by the hot wells. 83F.

35B-13-4

Detail 21118685

Basic - Screening is not 16-mesh to the inch. Observed the entrance door is not 16 mesh. There is a roll of 16 mesh screening on the truck. Corrective Action Taken

36-27-5

Detail 21118689

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed the wall behind the reach-in cooler is soiled.

14-06-4

Detail 21118684

Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Observed parts of the 3 compartment sink counter and hot well counter are not sealed.

Mar 30, 2022

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Mar 30, 2022

Complaint Full

Emergency Order Callback Not Complied

High Priority: 1Basic: 1Total: 2

35A-05-4

Detail 20968301

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches on prep table next to hand washing sink. Observed two live roaches on top of reach-in cooler across from three compartment sink. Observed two roaches on floor in front of pass through window. Observed one roach on ceiling. Repeat Violation Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-30: Observed three live roaches on underside of the prep table near the three compartment sink. One live roach on the wall behind the cooler. One live roach under dishes under prep table. Admin Complaint

35A-03-4

Detail 20968300

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches on floor in front of pass through window. Warning - From follow-up inspection 2022-03-30: Three dead roaches inside the oven near the back door entry. Six dead roaches on the floor under the prep table. Admin Complaint

Mar 29, 2022

Complaint Full

Emergency order recommended

High Priority: 3Basic: 9Total: 12

35A-02-6

Detail 20965841

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three flies in food prep area. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

41-05-4

Detail 20965846

High Priority - Pesticide/insecticide labeled for household use only present in establishment. Bottle of raid stored on floor for pass through window

35A-05-4

Detail 20965839

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 6 live roaches on prep table next to hand washing sink. Observed two live roaches on top of reach-in cooler across from three compartment sink. Observed two roaches on floor in front of pass through window. Observed one roach on ceiling. Repeat Violation Warning

35A-03-4

Detail 20965847

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed three dead roaches on floor in front of pass through window. Warning

36-01-4

Detail 20965837

Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Old food on floor in prep area.

10-20-4

Detail 20965836

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on handle of smoker

38-01-4

Detail 20965838

Basic - Light shield damaged/in disrepair. No light shield on light fixture above pass through window.

33-01-4

Detail 20965844

Basic - No cleaning implements provided for onsite trash/garbage receptacles not cleaned off site. No trash can in unit.

23-03-4

Detail 20965843

Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Fan in kitchen dusty.

25-06-4

Detail 20965840

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Pan on shelves near three compartment sink. Repeat Violation

36-27-5

Detail 20965842

Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Wall behind three compartment sink.

29-11-4

Detail 20965845

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink leaking Repeat Violation

Oct 8, 2021

Routine - Food

Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 1, 2021

Routine - Food

Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority: 2Intermediate: 1Basic: 4Total: 7

35A-02-6

Detail 20556197

High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flies in kitchen. Repeat Violation Admin Complaint

35A-05-4

Detail 20556199

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed two live roaches in paperwork container on shelf by pass through window. Admin Complaint

22-02-4

Detail 20556200

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Tan cutting board on prep table in kitchen stained.

35B-01-4

Detail 20556198

Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door to unit propped up.

10-20-4

Detail 20556196

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs hanging on handle on smoker.

25-06-4

Detail 20556194

Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on shelf above pass through window. Owner turned containers over. Corrected On-Site

29-11-4

Detail 20556195

Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand washing sink in kitchen leaking on floor.