CIELITO LINDO MEXICAN GRILL
1701 ROCK SPRINGS RD, Apopka FL 32712 · 407-464-1036
Last inspected Jul 21, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Provided operator with hand out
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $320
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2023041489 | Apr 27, 2023 | Nov 13, 2023 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 21, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. #10 can of tomato ketchup very dented can on shelving
Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Towels over tortilla shells in walk-in-cooler, operator replaced with food grade wrap
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Black garbage bag storing tortillas
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Food cart with fruit and bug zapper stored in front of hand sink by ice machine
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bottle of Clorox in spray bottle not labeled
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Large in use ice machine has heavy black buildup
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Tank by back door not secured
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table in kitchen
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets torn to low boy top drawer on cooks line
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in-freezer floor soiled
Food stored in a prohibited area. Bags of onions stored in by back door with non food items above onions
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets soiled to top drawer low boy on cooks line Blue ice scoop holder on wall next to ice machine is soiled
Feb 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk-in-cooler is not maintaining proper temp - 48f to 50f,
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. Defrosted Salmon in sealed packages that states to remove before thawing
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in-cooler fans has dust buildup
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Feb 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ground beef 49f/ pulled chicken 47f/shredded beef 59f/carnitas 48f/shredded chicken 48f/shrimp 49f/refried beans 50f/ wings 48f/ steaks 48f/ chicken 50f/ rice 52f/steak 51f/ chorizo 50f/ queso 48f/ salsa 48f/
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Ground beef 49f/ pulled chicken 47f/shredded beef 59f/carnitas 48f/shredded chicken 48f/shrimp 49f/refried beans 50f/ wings 48f/ steaks 48f/ chicken 50f/ rice 52f/steak 51f/ chorizo 50f/ queso 48f/ salsa 48f/
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Container of herbicide weed killer stored above open bag of onions
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup stored in sugar
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Walk-in-cooler is not maintaining proper temp - 48f to 50f,
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. Defrosted Salmon in sealed packages that states to remove before thawing
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on table holding foods on cooks line
Food stored in a prohibited area. Open bag of onions on shelving with a container of roundup herbicide weed killer
Food stored on floor. 2 boxes of food on floor in walk-in-freezer
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk-in-cooler fans has dust buildup
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Aug 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate11 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. 3 bottles of chemicals stored in hand sink on prep line
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust throughout kitchen and prep area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee cell phone on top of container of spices
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Walk-in-freezer floor soiled
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Tiles cracked/broken in front of 3 compartment sink
Hood filters missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system. Employee cooking foods with all hood filters down from front cook line
Light not functioning over cooks line
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit on cooks line
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food.
Feb 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Tortillas in bowl covered with hand towel, cook replaced with wax paper
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. 15 packs of rice 57f to 61f - per operator in cooler from previous day
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 15 packs of rice in cooler end of cooks line 57f to to 61f, rice was packed heavily in individual packs not allowing adequate air flow, discussed cold hold techniques to allow for better air flow
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Spray bottle stored in hand sink on prep line
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Degreaser spray bottle not labeled
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in back store room damaged/broken
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. Defrosted Salmon in cooler in sealed package
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Broken tile in front of 3 compartment sink
Food stored in a prohibited area. Opened bag of onions stored on shelf under a can of 10W -30 oil
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Food containers holding spices on rack all soiled Hoods soiled Under all microwaves soiled
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar in container at wait station has no label
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 3 propane tanks inside building by ice machine, operator removed from building
Oct 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate11 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Spray bottle of fabulousa stored in hand sink, middle cooks line
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels to sink in middle kitchen
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. (1) tank by back door not secured
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Light cover missing on cooks line
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination on cooks line
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Oiler at entrance to kitchen has standing water
Straws provided for customer self-service not individually wrapped or in an approved dispenser.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. 3 large tanks inside building by ice machine
Mar 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (96F - Hot Holding). Held outside of hot unit less than 4hours. Staff discarded.
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. Employees signed form.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At cook line.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Parts defrosted. Staff cut holes in packaging.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In low boy cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Lower tables in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Fan covers in walk-in cooler
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado cut in make table with stickers on them. Staff removed avocados.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Lettuce over cut pineapple in walk in cooler. Staff moved pineapple.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Mar 21, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority1 Intermediate10 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Next to microwave. Personal prescription. Staff removed
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding);. In walk-in from yesterday ground beef 50F cold holding
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw chicken (49F - Cold Holding); raw beef (49F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (47F - Cold Holding). Cook states items were placed in the low boy cooler under the grill less than 4 hours ago. Staff place items in the freezer to cool. ground beef (50F - Cold Holding); chicken (50F - Cold Holding); chicken wings (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (50F - Cold Holding);. In walk-in from yesterday. Corrective Action TakenRepeat ViolationWarning**
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice (96F - Hot Holding). Held outside of hot unit less than 4hours. Staff discarded.
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. Employees signed form.
Ceiling tile missing. Cook line at entrance to kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. At cook line.
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Parts defrosted. Staff cut holes in packaging.
Light not functioning. Middle kitchen hood.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In low boy cooler on cook line.
Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Lower tables in kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Fan covers in walk-in cooler
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avocado cut in make table with stickers on them. Staff removed avocados.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Lettuce over cut pineapple in walk in cooler. Staff moved pineapple.
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Aug 28, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Drawers under cooking equipment not holding proper temperature
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler Standing water in cooler at pass through line
Aug 25, 2023Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ribeyes, skirt steak, poultry, steak, Mahi, shrimp, El pastor, chorizo, shrimp, poultry, skirt steak, shredded cheese, Per operator, all food products have been in cold holding drawers under cooking equipment since 9:30 this morning, well over 4 hours, all products, temperature between 47° and 48°
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit., per operator,food has been in drawers under cooking equipment since 9:30 am, well over 4 hours Ribeye 3 lbs 48° Skirt steak 9 Oz 47° Raw chicken 135 Oz 48° Steak 37° 48° Mahi 2 Oz 47° Shrimp 1/2 lb 48° El pastor 32 Oz 46° Chorizo 46 oz 48° Shrimp 5 lbs 47° Poultry 1/4 lb 48° Skirt steak 5 lbs 48° Shredded cheese 48°
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Refried beans 70° on line operator states he was discarding, they were sitting on the stove top
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. Provided operator with hand out
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Gallon of cleaner in hand sink in kitchen
Probe thermometer not within the intended measuring range of use.
Equipment in poor repair. Drawers under cooking equipment not holding proper temperature
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler Standing water in cooler at pass through line
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef defrosting at room temperature
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.