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AY! JALISCO

1152 MAIN STREET, The Villages FL 32159 · 352-259-6582

Last inspected Aug 19, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats160
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4508457
Grade history
FEB 25
MAY 25
AUG 25
FEB 26
AUG 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 31 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $400

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
4--2022006901Dec 3, 2021Mar 22, 2022$200
4--2019012372Jan 9, 2019Apr 22, 2019$200

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Aug 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked by trash can in warewash.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 19, 2026 · Time Extended
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 19, 2026 · Time Extended
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment. -Walk in freezer.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning/Return visit Aug 19, 2026 · Time Extended
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Stored directly on ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5/Warning/Return visit Aug 19, 2026 · Time Extended
Show the remaining 1 finding ▾
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Waste line at bar. -Shelving under steam table. -Hood filters.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Aug 19, 2026 · Time Extended
The state's own report →
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Shrimp 46f, Beef 45f, Pork 45f, Chicken 47f, Fish 46f, Salsa 51f, Flan 52f. Pico 47f, Guacamole 49f, Sour Cream 51f, Cut tomato 49f. Less than 4 hours. Manager placed in freezer.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked by trash can in warewash.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Used as dump sink at bar.
Intermediate/31A-11-4/Warning
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -At wait station.
Intermediate/31B-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Employee backpack stored on canned goods.
Basic/40-06-5/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment. -Walk in freezer.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil in kitchen.
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Mug freezer at bar.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Stored directly on ice machine.
Basic/10-12-5/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Waste line at bar. -Shelving under steam table. -Hood filters.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. -At bar.
Basic/25-27-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Feb 4, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board to left of ice machine. -Blue cutting board on prep cooler in kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in beer keg cooler. -Walk in cooler shelving.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning/Return visit Feb 4, 2026 · Time Extended
Feb 3, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 5 high priority.

5 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
Show 19 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw bacon over broth in cooler to right of ice machine.
High priority/08A-05-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken over raw shrimp. Manager fixed.
High priority/08A-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Enchilada sauce dated 01-24.
High priority/02C-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Enchilada sauce dated 01-24.
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 in kitchen.
High priority/35A-05-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked by trash can in dish area.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. -Inside of ice machine and top of ice machine.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Basic/16-03-4/Warning
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board to left of ice machine. -Blue cutting board on prep cooler in kitchen.
Basic/14-09-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Equipment in poor repair. -Ice machine missing top cover.
Basic/14-11-5/Warning
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Chip bin.
Basic/14-10-4/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryer.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Shelving under steam tables. -Interior of fryer cabinet. -Under 1 burner in kitchen. -Table under mixer.
Basic/23-03-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Standing water in beer keg cooler. -Walk in cooler shelving.
Basic/22-16-4/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under griddle grill.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. -Coffee filters at wait station.
Basic/25-06-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. -Cooked pork in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser. -At bar.
Basic/25-27-4/Warning
Aug 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

4 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 14 findings ▾
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. -#10 raspberry preserves.
High priority/01B-01-4
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw beef over cooked vegetables.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -Stored at room temp since 10am. Manager placed in refrigerator.
High priority/03A-03-5/Corrective Action Taken
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Cheese 50f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Manager put on ice.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked by trash can in ware wash.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -On cook line.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -Cookline.
Basic/36-34-5/Repeat Violation
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board.
Basic/14-09-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinet.
Basic/23-03-4
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under griddle grill.
Basic/14-20-4/Repeat Violation
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. -At wait station.
Basic/24-18-4
May 9, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 9, 2025 · Time Extended
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under griddle grill.
Basic/14-20-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 9, 2025 · Time Extended
May 8, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 4 high priority.

4 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 17 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw bacon over flan.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. -Beans dated 04/30.
High priority/02C-01-5/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. -Beans dated 04/30.
High priority/01B-24-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Bacon 48f, Flan 49f, Cheese 51f, Salsa 51f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Open gallon of milk.
Intermediate/02C-03-5/Warning
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Yellow bottle in warewash.
Intermediate/41-17-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -In dining room. -In kitchen.
Basic/36-34-5/Warning
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Employee jacket stored on can goods.
Basic/40-06-5/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under fryer.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. -Multiple items in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under steam tables. -Interior of fryer cabinet.
Basic/23-03-4/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under griddle grill.
Basic/14-20-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Stored food not covered. -Beans, salsa in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Unwashed tomatoes over salsa in walk in cooler.
Basic/08B-17-4/Warning
Feb 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. -Raw fish over onions.
High priority/08A-04-5
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Salsa 49f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Blocked by trash can in warewash.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Repeat Violation
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Hand sink at bar used as dump sink.
Intermediate/31A-11-4
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Cooked chicken and beef.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -No date on filter by ice machine.
Intermediate/29-28-4/Repeat Violation
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board by ice machine.
Basic/14-09-4
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Chip barrel lid has hole in it.
Basic/14-10-4
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Drain cover under three compartment sink.
Basic/36-73-4
Food stored on floor. -Bucket of onions and peppers.
Basic/08B-38-4
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Repeat Violation
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Shelf under steam table.
Basic/23-03-4
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Under grill.
Basic/14-20-4
Stored food not covered. -Sugar in dry storage.
Basic/08B-12-5/Repeat Violation
Jul 31, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -No date on filter by ice machine.
Intermediate/29-28-4/Warning/Return visit Jul 31, 2024 · Time Extended
Jul 29, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 64f. Chicken wings 48f, Beef 49f, Pork 49f, Fish 46f, Chicken 46f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
High priority/03A-02-5/Warning
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Can opener blade.
Intermediate/22-02-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -By trash can in warewash.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Tamales and cooked chicken wings.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Warning
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -No date on filter by ice machine.
Intermediate/29-28-4/Warning
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5/Warning
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Under cook line equipment.
Basic/36-73-4/Warning
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Basic/22-08-4/Warning
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -Around metal rice lid. -Under grill.
Basic/14-20-4/Warning
Stored food not covered. -Chicken in walk in freezer.
Basic/08B-12-5/Warning
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Basic/21-12-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar in dry storage.
Basic/02D-01-5/Warning
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 11 findings ▾
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. -Open gallon of milk.
Intermediate/02C-03-5
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -In warewash.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Purple spray bottle.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4/Corrected On-Site
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Side exit door.
Basic/35B-01-4/Repeat Violation
Food stored on floor. -Sugar.
Basic/08B-38-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4/Repeat Violation
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven.
Basic/22-08-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Interior of fryer cabinet.
Basic/23-03-4
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Basic/14-20-4
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Chicken at room temperature.
Basic/06-01-5/Corrected On-Site
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. Manager refilled sanitizer. Rechecked at Chl 50 ppm.
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon over salsa.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site
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.
Intermediate/53B-13-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Tamales.
Intermediate/02C-02-5/Corrected On-Site
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filter by ice machine.
Intermediate/29-28-4
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Basic/35B-01-4
Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. At three compartment sink.
Basic/29-09-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Behind cookline.
Basic/36-22-4
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. -Over clean bowls.
Basic/35B-08-4
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in dry storage.
Basic/08B-38-4
Hole in or other damage to wall. Bottom of wall to right of mop sink.
Basic/36-24-5
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer.
Basic/14-69-4
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Basic/21-04-4
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Walk in cooler.
Basic/22-16-4
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
Basic/14-20-4
Stored food not covered. -Taco bowls.
Basic/08B-12-5

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.