BOMBON MEXICAN RESTAURANT
1118 N WASHINGTON BLVD, Sarasota FL 34236 · 941-962-6690
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor next to the hot water heater in the back equipment storage area.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025062550 | Aug 21, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink in the expo area removed.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot waster at the hand wash sink in the men's bathroom.
Aug 14, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon stored over cooked beef in the stand up reach in cooler next to the cook line. Operator removed the bacon.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottles containing cleaning fluid stored next to Togo containers in the expo area. Owner removed bottles.
Handwash sink removed from food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. Hand wash sink in the expo area removed.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot waster at the hand wash sink in the men's bathroom.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. One propane tank stored in the kitchen next to the expo area. Owner placed the tank outside.
Oct 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot waster in the men's room turned off.
Equipment in poor repair. Ceiling vent in the dishwasher area rusted.
Oct 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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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. Dishwasher chlorine sanitizer reading 00ppm. Dish machine sanitizer reading 00ppm chlorine. Establishment stoped using the dish machine called the technician and set up the three component sink to properly sanitizer dishes and equipment.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot waster in the men's room turned off.
Equipment in poor repair. Ceiling vent in the dishwasher area rusted.
Aug 21, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dishwasher and sanitizer buckets.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water in the men's room turned off.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under the hand wash sink across from the cook line.
- From initial inspection : Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back exit of the kitchen blocked by cooking equipment.
Aug 21, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 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 priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Employee washed hands with no soap. No soap at the hand wash sink across from the cook line. Employee placed soap at the hand wash sink.
Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Raw beef stored over bottled beer in the walk in cooler. Employee removed the beef.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over washed peppers in the reach in cooler on the cook line. Chef removed the eggs.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked pork and beef stored in the reach in cooler next to the cook line with no date mark. Chef stated the items were cooked on 7/19. Chef placed a date mark on the items.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 25 rodent droppings on the floor next to the hot water heater in the back equipment storage area.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dishwasher and sanitizer buckets.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water in the men's room turned off.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under the hand wash sink across from the cook line.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Back exit of the kitchen blocked by cooking equipment.
Dec 20, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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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 handled limes intended for customer drinks with their bare hands while cutting. Employee discarded the limes.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef steak stored over mozzarella cheese in the drawer reach in cooler on the cook line. Employee placed the beef below the cheese.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Employee handled limes intended for customer drinks with their bare hands while cutting. Employee discarded the limes.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dish machine and sanitizer buckets.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at the hand washing sink across from the cook line. Person in charge was informed and turned the hot water on.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork thawing in standing water in a preparation sink. Employee placed the pork under running water
Jul 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the dishwasher and sanitizer buckets.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the dishwasher. Employee placed soap at the hand washing sink.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Ice scoop stored in a soiled holder. Employee removed and sanitized the scoop and the holder.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Feb 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kits for the dishmachine and sanitizer buckets.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand washing sink next to the dish machine. Owner placed soap at the hand washing sink.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the kitchen.
Walk-in cooler/freezer with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading 00ppm. Owner replaced the sanitizer solution, new reading 100ppm.
Oct 6, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Establishment using to go bags to store tortillas in direct contact with the item. Employee removed the tortilla from the bags.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle containing cleaning fluid stored next to liquor bottles in the front counter area. Employee removed the bottles.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing next to the ice machine in the kitchen.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Back exit of the establishment.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Wiping cloth sanitizer reading +200ppm chlorine. Chef replaced the sanitizer solution new reading 100ppm.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Emailed handouts to the operator.
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Emailed handouts to the operator.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit for the sanitizer bucket and dishwasher.
No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided handouts to the operator, they filled out one of the handouts.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Racks in the walk-in cooler rusted.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light shield missing in the kitchen next to the ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In the men's bathroom.
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.