ANTOJITOS LA MEXICANA
4550 ROCK SPRINGS RD, Apopka FL 32712 · 407-703-7394
Last inspected Aug 6, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
APR 26
AUG 26
▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections, climbing. The current grade is the best on record.
Live, small flying insects found -1 small flying insect near reach in cooler at ground counter
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025003418 | Nov 18, 2024 | Feb 10, 2025 | $160 |
| 4--2019024533 | Apr 2, 2019 | Jun 19, 2019 | $160 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 6, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 11 findingsThe state's own report →
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Front counter hand sink used as prep sink
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl in rice
Dead roaches on premises. (1) dead roach on floor in outside storage room with food
Equipment in poor repair. Deep freezer in back prep room has torn gasket
Show the remaining 7 findings ▾
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris under fryers
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Outside store room has multiple food items stored on floor
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Several lids to hot foods cracked/broken at front counter
Food stored on floor. Cooler with tortillas are on floor at front counter
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Deep freezer in back prep room has exposed insulationand rust on interior door
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Both sinks front counter have no hand wash signs, provided print out, operator hung before end of inspection
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Pipe leaking from AC unit in prep area with food
Apr 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
Show 10 findings ▾
Live, small flying insects found -1 small flying insect near reach in cooler at ground counter
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -rice at front counter steam table
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -bowl in hand wash sink in kitchen
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink in restroom
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -bowl in rice bag
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment in poor repair. -produce cooler seals damaged
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -ice cream scoop
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. -hand wash sink at front counter
Oct 3, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet in ladies room
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled in employee bathroom Under rack holding produce
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids cracked to containers holding food in cooler Several lids cracked on top of hot holding foods on front line
Food stored on floor in outside storage area Cases of water on floor, cooking oil on floor in outside storage area
Garbage on the ground out side patio area
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer front line - unit holding ice cream bars
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Tong handle stored inside cooked beef on front line
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. In use cut avocado still has produce label on product, cooked discarded avocado and rewashed all in use produce that avocado was in pan with
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Greens stored in sour cream container
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Sink full of tripe defrosting in standing water in 3 compartment sink, cook removed from sink and moves to stove top
Jun 20, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Some items prepared previous day not dated in coolers
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Peeling paint from ceiling on cooks line, pieces of paint hanging off
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Facility licensed for 12seats, has 23 inside
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair under fryer
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by employee bathroom
Apr 16, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate12 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink front counter blocked by igloo coolers
No soap 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. Some items prepared previous day not dated in coolers
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All Employee training certificates expires 2/22/25
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Peeling paint from ceiling on cooks line, pieces of paint hanging off
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Facility licensed for 12seats, has 23 inside
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair under fryer
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lid to refried beans front hot well cracked
Food stored on floor. Case of cooking oil on floor by hand sink in back prep area
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by employee bathroom
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass cooler has rusted shelves
Single-service articles improperly stored. Boxes of paper goods on floor in outside storage area
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers on cooks line not inverted
cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Nov 18, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 6 findings ▾
Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Facility licensed for 12 seats - on septic, inside seats at 23 seats, added outside covered patio with 4 additional picnic tables, provided operator with change seating form
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has added sliding glass door from dining room to new outside covered patio with additional seating, facility on septic
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in kitchen in disrepair - paint bubbling, areas shows chipped paint
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Provided operator with handout
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by employee restroom off kitchen
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Establishment operating with changed menu and/or increased seating without septic system approval for such change. Facility licensed for 12 seats - on septic, inside seats at 23 seats, added outside covered patio with 4 additional picnic tables, provided operator with change seating form
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Ready to eat food in food crate
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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Facility has added sliding glass door from dining room to new outside covered patio with additional seating, facility on septic
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling in kitchen in disrepair - paint bubbling, areas shows chipped paint
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Provided operator with handout
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Multiple lids cracked - foods on front hot well have cracked lids
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor in outside food storage
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in wall by employee restroom off kitchen
Label on a food item prepared and packaged onsite for customer self-service does not include product identity/description, date product was packaged and name and address of the establishment that prepared and packaged the food. Self serve variety of danishes front counter not labeled, operator moved all danishes
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass cooler in kitchen has rust on shelves
Water leaking from AC unit in kitchen, steady drip into bucket
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Propane tank stored inside food storage room out back door
Mar 29, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding).min make table less than 4 hours. Staff placed in another unit to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (112F - Hot Holding); less than 4 hours prepared. Manager placed on stove to reheat.
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. For eggs. Added notation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used to scoop rice. Manager discarded.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In prep room near chest freezer.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Next to chest freezer
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. tongs in beef. Manager removed tongs.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In make table on front counter. Ambient air on my personal thermometer 58F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in preproom
Mar 22, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 13 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cut tomatoes (50F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (50F - Cold Holding).min make table less than 4 hours. Staff placed in another unit to cool.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. beef (112F - Hot Holding); less than 4 hours prepared. Manager placed on stove to reheat.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Front service counter
Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. For eggs. Added notation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion cup used to scoop rice. Manager discarded.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. In prep room near chest freezer.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Next to chest freezer
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. tongs in beef. Manager removed tongs.
Light not functioning. Hood
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In make table on front counter. Ambient air on my personal thermometer 58F.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Shelves in preproom
Oct 23, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw eggs stored over produce in glass cooler
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Several prepared foods from previous date not dated in coolers
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee purses on shelving in back with foods
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Lids to hot holding at steam table cracked
Food stored on floor. Food stored on floor in outside storage
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Front sink entrance no handwash sign
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Single-service articles improperly stored. To go cups on floor in storage unit
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Propane tank stored in out side food storage area
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.