COCINA MAYA MEXICAN GRILL & MEZCALERIA
3590 N US HWY 17/ 92, Lake Mary FL 32746 · 321.363.3392
Last inspected Apr 16, 2026 · 12 visits since September 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
APR 25
OCT 25
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 on door hinge at cookline cooler - 1 on gasket of cookline cooler - 2 on underside of counter at steam table __TOTAL 4 live roaches Operator got rid of roaches and sanitized affected area..
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025011536 | Feb 19, 2025 | Apr 22, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Apr 16, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 3, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. - bar glass washer (Chlorine 0ppm)
Establishment advertised fresh juice, but juice was not prepared within 12 hours of sale and/or juice contains additives. Menu advertises Fresh Lime Juice but lime juice date marked 04/01 - Chac Mojito - Koktel Ahau Pina - Chaac Mule - Cuando Calienta El Sol - Beso Ardiente - Oaxacan on the Beach - Bobby's Head Elixir - Agave Alchemist - Select Barrel Margarita - Senorita Margarita - Bendecida Y Afortunada - Dos Compadres
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand wash sink at bar storing pitcher of water
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic bowl no handle used to scoop bulk salt
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. - cookline employee
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Stored food not covered. - peas and corn at reach in freezer
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic bowl used to scoop bulk salt
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - at warewash station
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Stored food not covered. - container peas and carrots at reach in freezer
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb with hose attached near hot water heater
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - hand wash sink near triple sink storing pitcher water
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at cookline
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. - at cookline
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - walk in cooler fan covers dusty
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. - food containers observed in walk in cooler with old labels
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door
Stored food not covered. - pork belly not in bag at chest freezer
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed cilantro over shredded cheese - unwashed corn over milk
Feb 20, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at walk next to cookline
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. - wall at dish station with exposed sheet rock
Feb 19, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
4 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. - shredded chicken (45f-52f - Cooling). Datemarked 2/18. Observed in walk in cooler in large plastic container. Discussed proper cooling method. Provided operator with cooling in Spanish handout
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. - 1 on door hinge at cookline cooler - 1 on gasket of cookline cooler - 2 on underside of counter at steam table __TOTAL 4 live roaches Operator got rid of roaches and sanitized affected area..
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in upright hot holding unit - rice (128 - Hot Holding). Manager put into steam table for reheat
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand wash sink at dish station storing rag and food container
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. - hand wash sink at bar
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. - at walk next to cookline
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Stored food not covered. - pork belly in chest freezer no bag
Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. - wall at dish station with exposed sheet rock
Sep 24, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. - grease drum on grass
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - self closing device broken
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. - at ware wash station
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - mop sink leaking at faucet
Sep 23, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - refried beans held overnight (45f-64f - Cold Holding) - salsa held overnight(61F - Cold Holding);
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. - no soap at hand wash sink at bar
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. - salmon - mahi mahi
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Grease receptacle lid open, broken, or missing.
Grease receptacle/dumpster not on proper pad/nonabsorbent surface. - grease drum on grass
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - self closing device broken
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. - at ware wash station
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. - mop sink leaking at faucet
Feb 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door by triple sink in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor by reach in cooler and stove at cooks line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White reach in chest freezer at large stockroom
Feb 19, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Advised operator to set up triple sink and stop using dish machine
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef stored in container with rice and churros at reach in cooler at large stock room
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed employee rinsing out utensil at bar hand wash sink Hand wash sink at dish machine area turned off and blocked by lid
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink at wait staff,cooks and dish machine area
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling over bar Ceiling over stock room next to cooks line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door by triple sink in kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor by reach in cooler and stove at cooks line
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Rice and potatoes stored on floor of stock room next to cooks line
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White reach in chest freezer at large stockroom
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in direct contact with ice at wait staff area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters over cooks line
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Beef thawing in standing water at triple sink.Operator turned on water
Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves at walk in cooler
Nov 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Glue board in the fly trap needs to be replaced
Equipment in poor repair. -missing a hood filter and catch pan on the line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door frame is rusted out with a hole large enough for vermin to enter
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the make cooler on the line
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer is damaged
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avacodos availability in a cart not washed
Sep 11, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Hot water at three-compartment sink does not reach 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Water heater is down
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Glue board in the fly trap needs to be replaced
Building components, attachments or fixtures in poor repair. Water leak in the stock room AC related
Equipment in poor repair. -missing a hood filter and catch pan on the line
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door frame is rusted out with a hole large enough for vermin to enter
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. At the make cooler on the line
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Micro wave interior
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Self closer is damaged
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Avacodos availability in a cart not washed
Water draining onto floor surface. At the bar under the hand sink, Bar gun not in the drain
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.