LA COCINA DE ABUELA

dba PUNELLA LLC

About this restaurant

LA COCINA DE ABUELA is a seating restaurant located at 125 NW 23rd Ave in Gainesville with a capacity of 67 seats, operated by PUNELLA LLC. The restaurant serves Latin American cuisine, with sources describing it as specializing in traditional homemade dishes and authentic entrees, sides, and beverages. The dining area is noted as comfortable and kid-friendly. The restaurant is open daily with hours typically from 11:00 am, extending to around 4:00 pm to 7:30 pm depending on the day.

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C

Food Safety Grade

Fair

Based on DBPR food inspection reports from the last 36 months. Complaint inspections are excluded. This is not an official DBPR grade.

Location

Address
125 NW 23 AVE
GAINESVILLE, FL 32609
DBPR District
District 5 — Jacksonville (licenses expire June)
County (Region Code)
Brevard (code 5)
Seating
67 seats

License

License Number
SEA1103169
Establishment Type
Seating Restaurant
Base Risk Level
License Expiry
Jun 1, 2026
Last Inspection
Jan 16, 2026
Date Result Expand
Jan 16, 2026
Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Violations Found

H · V14
Food contact surfaces
Food contact surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized
H · V22
Consumer advisory
No consumer advisory for raw/undercooked foods
H · V23
Chemical properly stored
Toxic chemicals improperly stored or labeled
I · V31
Clean multi-use utensils
Multi-use utensils not properly cleaned
I · V32
Proper sanitizing
Improper sanitizing solution or procedures
I · V35
Single-use items
Single-use items improperly reused
I · V36 ×2
Proper ventilation
Inadequate ventilation and lighting
I · V42
Equipment condition
Equipment in poor repair or condition
B · V51
Premises clean
Premises not clean or in disrepair
Class: Food Visit ID: 13522170 PDA Verified Type: Routine - Food
Sep 16, 2025
Administrative complaint recommended

Violations Found

H · V03
Employee health reporting
Employee not reporting symptoms of illness
H · V08
Proper hand/arm washing
Improper hand and arm washing technique
H · V14 ×3
Food contact surfaces
Food contact surfaces not properly cleaned/sanitized
H · V16
Proper cooking temps
Food not cooked to required minimum temperature
H · V23
Chemical properly stored
Toxic chemicals improperly stored or labeled
H · V24
Toxic substance control
Toxic substances improperly identified/stored/used
I · V31
Clean multi-use utensils
Multi-use utensils not properly cleaned
I · V35 ×2
Single-use items
Single-use items improperly reused
I · V36
Proper ventilation
Inadequate ventilation and lighting
I · V38
Waste properly disposed
Improper waste disposal or recycling
I · V40
Wiping cloths usage
Improper use of wiping cloths
I · V41
Toilet facilities
Inadequate or improperly maintained toilet facilities
I · V42
Equipment condition
Equipment in poor repair or condition
B · V50
Adequate lighting
Inadequate lighting in food preparation/storage areas
B · V51
Premises clean
Premises not clean or in disrepair
Class: Food Visit ID: 10951808 PDA Verified Type: Routine - Food