ALEJANDRO'S RESTAURANT
7380 BROAD ST, Brooksville FL 34601 · 813.516.8507
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 10 visits since November 2023
APR 24
JAN 25
MAY 25
OCT 25
FEB 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed approximately three live roaches crawling on commercial beverage dispenser mounting bracket and soda lines.
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Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,920
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2023068879 | Nov 17, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
| 3--2020036936 | Jul 15, 2020 | Nov 2, 2020 | $800 |
| 3--2020046128 | Sep 16, 2020 | Nov 2, 2020 | $400 |
| 3--2019049754 | Aug 1, 2019 | Feb 21, 2020 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo stored over cut onions and pineapples. Raw shrimp wrapped in raw bacon stored over ready-to-eat pico. Operator removed and stored correctly.
No soap provided at handwash sink off cook line. Operator replaced soap.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils near wait station area. Operator removed.
Jan 15, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding) in wait station area in bin of ice. Discussed proper methods with operator. - Observed Shredded Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Queso Fresco Cheese (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from grill to the left of the steam table. Employee removed items to move to a different cooler. Temperature rechecks below 41F at end of inspection.
Oct 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding) in wait station area in bin of ice. Discussed proper methods with operator. - Observed Shredded Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Queso Fresco Cheese (50F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from grill to the left of the steam table. Employee removed items to move to a different cooler. Temperature rechecks below 41F at end of inspection.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Several changes made in kitchen, rear prep area, and in bar area.
No soap provided at handwash sink in warewashing area near dishmachine. Operator placed soap. No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in warewashing area near dishmachine. Operator placed paper towels.
May 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on threaded faucet opposite dish machine in ware wash area. Hose observed attached.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen and prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed torn door gasket on three door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in kitchen.
Standing water in bottom of true single door reach in cooler next to cookline in kitchen.
May 8, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate16 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands in kitchen.
Live, small flying insects found. 1. Observed approximately eight live, small flying insects flying at cookline, prep area, and landing on drain board at triple sink in kitchen.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed container of raw fish stored on shelf above uncooked cut onions and green peppers. Operator reorganized.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed opened package of raw black angus beef patties stored on shelf above opened package of churros in reach in freezer in kitchen.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1. Observed approximately three live roaches crawling on commercial beverage dispenser mounting bracket and soda lines.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 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. Observed container of fully thawed commercially packaged fish in sealed reduced oxygen packaging. Stored in single door reach in cooler overnight per operator. See Stop Sale.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on threaded faucet opposite dish machine in ware wash area. Hose observed attached.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. 1. Soiled cup stored in hand sink basin in ware wash area. 2. Soiled pan stored in hand sink basin in kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter.
No soap provided at handwash sink at front counter.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed metal bowl with no handles stored in the ice machine bin.
Ceiling tiles and vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance throughout kitchen and prep area.
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. Observed container of fully thawed commercially packaged fish in sealed reduced oxygen packaging. Stored in single door reach in cooler overnight per operator. See Stop Sale.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. 1. Observed on cutting board at Bain Marie in kitchen. 2. Observed on cutting boards stored at triple sink.
Dead roaches on premises. 1, One dead roach observed on top of dish machine in ware wash area. 2. Observed approximately ten dead roaches in light shields in kitchen and prep area.
Equipment in poor repair. 1. Observed torn door gasket on three door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray in kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees at front counter and bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. 1. Hood filters above cookline in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed single use metal pans stored on floor in dry storage area.
Standing water in bottom of true single door reach in cooler next to cookline in kitchen.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed raw beef thawing at room temperature at the food prep sink in the kitchen.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust behind triple sink in ware wash area.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed container of lemons stored in soda station ice bin in kitchen. Operator removed and discarded surrounding ice.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chorizo and raw fish stored over cut and washed vegetables in reach-in cooler to the right of the cook line. Employees moved and stored correctly.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. - 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. Observed raw fish - mahi mahi fully thawed still in sealed vacuum packaged bag. - Food stored in ice used for drinks. Observed container of lemons stored in soda station ice bin in kitchen.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cut lettuce in bottom of handwash sink off cook line. Employee removed and cleaned handwash sink. Handwash sink in bar has ice at bottom of sink and spoon stored in sink. Operator removed.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Menu offers undercooking of eggs with no consumer advisory posted. Inspector printed consumer advisory, and operator posted at time of inspection.
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. Observed raw fish - mahi mahi fully thawed still in sealed vacuum packaged bag. Operator discarded. See stop sale. Discussed proper procedure.
Apr 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef above Ready to eat items in Reach-in-Cooler. Fish above cut vegetables in prep area cooler Operator moved
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Items stored in dish area hand sink. Operator removed
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple items in Reach-in-Cooler not date marked
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. Mahi on cooks line thawed while sealed in rop
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on clean prep table near cooks line. Operator removed
No hot running water at mop sink.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Items thawing in prep sink with no water running. Operator removed
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw fish above cut vegetable in cook line cooler. Operator moved.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Horchata in bar area cooler not date marked
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured behind bar
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Acoustic ceiling tiles in kitchen area, some stained
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. Vacuum packaged ROP mahi on cooks line thawed in sealed packages
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups in server area stacked without proper air drying
Floor under/behind cook line equipment soiled/has accumulation of debris.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No hot running water at mop sink.
Open dumpster lid.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover in kitchen area
Nov 17, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic Togo bags used to store cooked rice and prepared beef
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice, prepared meats not date marked in reach in cooler
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives stored between sink and wall behind bar.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture under hand wash sink in prep area broken/missing.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled Behind/under cook line equipment in kitchen
No hot running water at mop sink.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover under cook line and prep area prep table
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Nov 17, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 19 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine stored on top of beer cooler near clean glasses in bar area. Operator removed
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Plastic Togo bags used to store cooked rice and prepared beef
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In cooks line cooler cut onions and peppers stored below raw fish and pork. Operator moved
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -frozen packaged raw chicken with frozen packaged raw pork in rear prep sink, no water running. Operator removed
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 10 under reach in cooler in prep area 53 under soda fountain in kitchen 46 under roll top reach in cooler on cooks line 66 behind/on top of bar keg cooler (between top of keg reach in cooler and bottom of bar top)
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee rinsed hands in three compartment sink
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in prep area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice, prepared meats not date marked in reach in cooler
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall. Knives stored between sink and wall behind bar.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture under hand wash sink in prep area broken/missing.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in prep area. Operator removed
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee drink and keys on prep table in prep area. Operator removed
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled Behind/under cook line equipment in kitchen
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice, operator removed
No hot running water at mop sink.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover under cook line and prep area prep table
Screen in door torn/in poor repair - vermin present.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -items thawing in sink no water running. Operator turned on water.
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