EL CERRITO MEXICAN RESTAURANT AND GRILL 2
13704 LITTLE RD, Hudson FL 34667 · 727-815-1969
Last inspected May 26, 2026 · 11 visits since July 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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 the operator with the DBPR HR form 5030-104. The operator posted.
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Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chicken (51F - Cold Holding); Beef (51F - Cold Holding) in 2 drawer reach-in cooler underneath the flat top grill on cook line. Operator had employee start to place ice bags on top of product for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in bar blocked with sanitizer bucket. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Oct 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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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 the operator with the DBPR HR form 5030-104. The operator posted.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips are expired.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The hand sink in the kitchen and in the dry storage area. The operator placed paper towels.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin in the kitchen. The operator cleaned the interior of the ice bin in the kitchen.
Ceiling vents are soiled with an accumulation of dust in the dining area.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several containers were observed wet nesting above the three-compartment sink. The operator relocated them to the dishwasher area for rewashing.
Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided the operator with the DBPR HR 5030-105 poster. The operator posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with build up grease the hood filters.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. One container above the three-compartment sink still had an old label on it. The operator relocated them to the dishwasher area for rewashing.
Mar 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling tiles in bar have water damage and two ceiling tiles in kitchen are in disrepair.
Jan 2, 2025Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles of toxic chemicals stored on shelf with food and drink items in the dry storage area. Operator removed.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager trainings for Hazel Chavez expired on 12/30/2024 and Ana Quiroz expired on 12/30/2024.
Ceiling tiles in bar have water damage and two ceiling tiles in kitchen are in disrepair.
Oct 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. Operator discarded.
Sep 17, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 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. Observed dishmachine at with chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Operator reached out to service company.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. Operator discarded.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris.
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. Observed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. Operator discarded.
Feb 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice (109F - Hot Holding) and Refried Beans (126F - Hot Holding) in steam table off cook line. Employee started to reheat items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Operator had employees clean and sanitize.
Employee beverage container with no lid on a food preparation table stored on cutting board of steam table next to food and stored hard shell tacos. Employee moved.
Sep 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Jul 28, 2023Call 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
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Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Jul 21, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority3 Intermediate0 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink off of cook line blocked by steam table, prep tables, fryers, floor mixer, and a shelf. Discussed with operator requirement of relocating items to be able to access handwash sink. Discussed what the plans on file reflect and compared to their current operation.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Jul 10, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 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. Observed dishmachine at 0 ppm at 109F. Operator has chlorine to set up three compartment sink to sanitize until dishmachine is serviced.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink off of cook line blocked by steam table, prep tables, fryers, floor mixer, and a shelf. Discussed with operator requirement of relocating items to be able to access handwash sink. Discussed what the plans on file reflect and compared to their current operation.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured to the left of the rear exit door.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee drink in bottom of reach-in cooler stored next to food for customers in cooler across from ovens and employee drinks stored on prep table next to cutting boards across from grill. Employee removed.
Marked exit/path to marked exit blocked. For reporting purposes only. Observed emergency exit off of wait station area in rear of establishment near ice machine blocked with containers of chips. Discussed with manager.
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