LA MARACUCHA VENEZUELAN RESTAURANT Health Score — Gainesville, FL

1023 W UNIVERSITY AVE, Gainesville, FL 32601

Inspections on file 1
High-risk violations 1
Inspected 7/23/2026
Gainesville avg 87 / 100
B
81 / 100
Good

Pest-related violations were noted — these can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection.

1 high-risk issue, 2 moderate issues, 6 minor issues found

Inspected July 23, 2026 Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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How this compares

This restaurant scored better than 27% of restaurants in Gainesville. The city average ClearScore is 87 / 100.

Location

Inspection Breakdown

High Risk
1
Moderate
2
Minor
6

Violations Found

  • High Risk Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory
  • Moderate Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking
  • Moderate Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Minor Dishwashing facilities; chemical test kit(s); gauges
  • Minor Hand wash sinks, hand washing supplies and hand wash sign
  • Minor Bathrooms
  • Minor No presence or breeding of insects/rodents/pests; no live animals; outer openings protected from insects/pests; rodent proof
  • Minor Employee personal belongings
  • Minor Chemicals/toxic substances
  • Minor Gas appliances; boiler certificate current/posted

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Frequently Asked Questions

LA MARACUCHA VENEZUELAN RESTAURANT received a ClearScore of 81/100 (Grade B) on its inspection on July 23, 2026. 9 violations were found, including 1 high-risk issue. Overall, the kitchen was in reasonable compliance.

Yes — LA MARACUCHA VENEZUELAN RESTAURANT's inspection on July 23, 2026 noted pest-related violations, which inspectors classify as a serious concern. In total, 9 violations were recorded: 1 high-risk, 2 moderate, and 6 minor. Pest violations can indicate structural or sanitation issues beyond a single inspection cycle.

LA MARACUCHA VENEZUELAN RESTAURANT was last inspected on July 23, 2026 by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). Florida restaurants are typically inspected 1–3 times per year on an unannounced basis, with more frequent visits following serious violations.

LA MARACUCHA VENEZUELAN RESTAURANT received a Grade B (ClearScore 81/100) on its most recent inspection. There was 1 high-risk violation noted, which are worth reviewing before your visit. We recommend checking the specific violations listed above.

The most recent inspection found 9 violations at LA MARACUCHA VENEZUELAN RESTAURANT: 1. Original container: properly labeled, date marking, consumer advisory 2. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking 3. Food-contact and nonfood-contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located. See the full inspection breakdown above for complete details on severity and category.

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