M&D WEST AFRICAN CUISINE
501 NW 23 AVE A, GAINESVILLE, FL 32609
License #1103837
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Solid Health Score
How is this score calculated? →M&D WEST AFRICAN CUISINE in GAINESVILLE currently holds an InspectFL Health Score of 94 out of 100 — a B grade — generally clean with some minor or moderate violations on record. This restaurant has one inspection on record from Florida DBPR, with the most recent inspection on March 23, 2026. Across those visits, inspectors documented 4 total violations — 1 critical, 3 minor.
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Inspection History
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- Inspection Completed - No Further Action
- [41-10-4] Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed : degreaser stored on the kitchen prep table. The jug was moved to the lowest shelf in compliance.
- [36-32-5] Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed : a ceiling tile missing in the chair storage area.
- [31B-04-4] No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed lack of a sign in the kitchen. A sign was added.
- [35B-01-4] Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed : the back door has a gap at the bottom when the door is fully closed.
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M&D WEST AFRICAN CUISINE looks fairly solid on paper. Would you eat here?
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