CALI TACOS & MEXICAN RESTAURANT
830 LAURA ST, Casselberry FL 32707 · 689-234-9085
Last inspected Mar 20, 2026 · 6 visits since October 2023
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 30 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
6 visits, newest first
Mar 20, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw chicken stored over unwashed vegetables in reach in cooler.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb in kitchen area.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - white cutting board on cooks line.
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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. - 1new hire
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - beans - flour
Dec 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Corn tortillas in to go grocery bags
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in freezer raw seafood over bag of cooked chicken
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Out back door
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle of bleach Operator labeled
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Both restrooms
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup in cheese in make table Operator removed
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with sticker still on it cut and in prep table Operator removed sticker and washed
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -hood filters accumulation of grease
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -stored dishes in kitchen not inverted or protected
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -employee hand bag stored with food storage
Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. -grease receptacle behind building
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -oven door handle
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door at restrooms
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -raw chicken thawing in standing water
Exit door locked. For reporting purposes only. -exit door at restrooms
Apr 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. - opened package of fish over pot of beans
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. - faucet next to triple sink - faucet out back
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling in kitchen
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. - large pots on storage shelf - spatulas and ladles
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - cell phone and drinks on food prep table
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. - in bulk salt
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - shelves storing clean food pans dusty
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. - at cook line
Oct 10, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb. - next to cook line
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. - chlorine test kit
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - men's restroom - at front counter
No soap provided at handwash sink. - at cookline
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - inside bulk beans
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket on cook line cooler
Food stored on floor. - bottled water on floor in kitchen
Ice buildup in reach-in cooler. - cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - hood filters
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. - hand wash sink at cookline
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.