Bite of Power
Last inspected: Nov 18, 2025
70
Score
Public records show nine inspections at Bite of Power stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “employee personal food not properly identified and segregated”, showing up three times.
Compared to other Gainesville restaurants (averaging 75), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 18, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
70
Aug 6, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
50
Jan 24, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed: in the front line chest freezer multiple bags of frozen food in direct contact with printed to-go bags. A zip lock bag was brought up front to start making the exchange. **Corrective Action Taken**
14-31-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed: in the front line reach-in cooler and unsealed water bottle stored over pastries.
08B-49-4
Basic - In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed: a scoop and egg ring stored in 67° water on the front line.
10-07-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available. Observed: the last inspection was not available for review.
51-18-6
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed: lack of an employee hand wash sign for the back kitchen.
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed the bulk rice container in the kitchen is not labeled.
02D-01-5
67
Jul 22, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
50
Mar 19, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 10, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed: paint thinner stored on the unused reach-in cooler in the corner of the dining room. This was moved to the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed: the kitchen hand wash sink with a metal measuring scoop in it. **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed: lack of paper towels in the unisex restroom. ALSO, lack of paper towels at the kitchen hand wash sink.
31B-02-4
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. Observed: lack of any proof of training. **Warning**
53B-01-5
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. Observed: no employee training and no proof of the employee responsibility to report health issues. **Warning**
11-26-1
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed: employee water and drink stored over green peppers in the walk-in cooler. **Repeat Violation**
08B-49-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed: bagged fish on the floor of the walk-in freezer.
08B-38-4
52
Aug 7, 2023
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a knife in the front line hand wash sink.
31A-11-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed the ginger, salt and garlic bulk bins have scoops lacking a handle.
14-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed 2 water bottles, unsealed, stored on the front line microwave table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed: employee food and drink in the walk-in cooler stored over bread.
08B-49-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed: the 31F chicken in the 3 compartment sink, in standing water.
06-08-5
74
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2022
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed unlabeled spray bottle with chemical substance under grill.
41-17-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed containers in hand wash sink in back kitchen
31A-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed in kitchen working containers of food (cooking Oil and sugar) removed from original container with no identification of food product stored in container.
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opens employee water bottle on cutting board of prep table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of lettuce stored on the floor in Walk-in Cooler
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop stored in mop bucket in a manner not able to dry.
42-01-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Bite of Power last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Bite of Power on file is from Nov 18, 2025. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Bite of Power?
Across the inspection record, “employee personal food not properly identified and segregated” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Bite of Power.
How does Bite of Power compare to other restaurants in Gainesville?
Bite of Power most recently scored 70 out of 100, which is lower than the Gainesville average of 75.
Has Bite of Power's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Bite of Power have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Bite of Power 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 Bite of Power inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Bite of Power is inspected around three times per year on average.
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