AGAVE AZUL COCINA MEXICANA
5248 RED BUG LAKE ROAD, Winter Springs FL 32708 · 407-636-3600
Last inspected May 6, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Live, small flying insects found -40 small flying insects in bags and bins containing onions in prep area -Small flying insects in direct contact with food items and food contact surfaces -All effected food items discarded by operator and all surfaces in prep area cleaned and sanitized
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2026011365 | Nov 24, 2025 | Mar 31, 2026 | $200 |
| 4--2017030493 | May 24, 2017 | Jul 17, 2017 | $800 |
| 4--2017000607 | Nov 15, 2016 | Apr 27, 2017 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
May 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked pork (54F - Cooling)from night before in reach in cooler
Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Initially strip did not turn black Operator turned on heat booster Recheck strip turned black
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over shredded cheese in walk in cooler Operator moved
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. cooked pork (54F - Cooling)from night before in reach in cooler
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. white rice (124F - Hot Holding)for 30 minutes Operator put on stove to heat uprecheck 167
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of chemical hanging on bottle rack in bar with bottles of alcohol Operator moved
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen Bar Operator stocked
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Water decanters entrance to kitchen Operator covered
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cookline 102F Operator removed
Light not functioning. 2 in hood
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen Operator put up sign
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Operator flipped
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on top of microwave Operator flipped
Nov 24, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 18, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Live, small flying insects found -40 small flying insects in bags and bins containing onions in prep area -Small flying insects in direct contact with food items and food contact surfaces -All effected food items discarded by operator and all surfaces in prep area cleaned and sanitized
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. -onions
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. -hose split no vacuum breaker
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -personal bags hanging on dry storage rack
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -bean scoop in contact with food items
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -next to flat top grill
Mar 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. guacamole (50F - Cold Holding)per operator made 7 hours prior Salmon and tuna not thawed according to instructions on package.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. guacamole (50F - Cold Holding)per operator made 7 hours prior.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board make table kitchen
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Decent amount of food debris in hand-wash sink n kitchen
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Bar hand sink Operator stocked
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Have only 9 certificates and 25-30staff
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Kitchen
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Clean glasses in bar Operator flipped
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Salmon and tuna not thawed according to instructions on package. Stop Sale
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Bar tender He put on a hair net
Light not functioning. One in hood
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Left bar hand sink Operator put one up
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Outside of hood
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed strawberries over bins of sauces in walk in cooler
Dec 10, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. -paper towel used as pan liner
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw pork under mechanically tenderized beef
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken 53-48F Corn 52-45F Shredded chicken 44-51F Carnitas 63-54
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 53-48F Corn 52-45F Shredded chicken 44-51F Carnitas 63-54
Hot water sanitizing dishmachine final rinse not reaching proper temperature at manifold. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired. -139F max reading temp verified by high temp thermometer
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -spray bottle containing yellow substance at dish machine area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee phone and charger above cook line -employee phone in dry storage with food items
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -behind water conditioning unit in chemical storage
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -operator moved to oven to heat water
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -Pepsi branded RIC in kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -van covers in WIC accumulation of dust
Old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils.
Open dumpster lid.
Wash/Rinse/Sanitizing solution not maintained clean. -sanitizer water not clean
Water draining onto floor surface. -water from inside dish machine draining onto floor
Mar 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - at mop sink - faucet in ware wash station - faucet in back area
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. - bacon wrapped jalapeño. Emailed forms to operator
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. - tuna
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Mar 11, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - partially cooked bacon wrapped jalapeños over guacamole - eggs over chopped onions
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - tuna (48F - Cold Holding); - shrimp ceviche (50F - Cold Holding) - birria date marked 3/11 (50f-55f). Manager states wrong date written on pan
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - at mop sink - faucet in ware wash station - faucet in back area
Establishment conducts non-continuous cooking of raw animal foods without written procedures approved by the division. - bacon wrapped jalapeño. Emailed forms to operator
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - cook line cutting board - can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand wash sink next to mixer storing measuring cup
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. - shrimp ceviche - ahi tuna
No soap provided at handwash sink. - hand wash sink in bar area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic bowl in bulk flour
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. - reach in cooler - microwave door handles
Clean linens stored in improper location. - clean linens stored below chemical bottles
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. - tuna
Employee drinking in a food preparation or other restricted area. - employee drinking from open cup on cook line
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. - knives stored in crack between prep table and wall
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - tongs on oven door handles
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. - bulk black beans
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - emailed to manager
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. - shrimp in standing water
Oct 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. - employee cutting limes. Limes thrown in trash. Employee washed hands, put gloves on and cut new limes.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - cosome beef broth 52f held overnight in walk in cooler - birria 50f held overnight in walk in cooler
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. - out back
No measuring device available for measuring utensil surface temperature when using hot water as sanitizer in a dishmachine.
No soap provided at handwash sink. - bar area.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - in ware wash area
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - next to ice machine
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. - bulk beans - bulk rice
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. - bar area needs sign showing "Hand Wash Sink
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. - ice bin in bar while not in use. Manager states missing lid. Employee used sheet pan
This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.