EL DORADO MAYA RESTAURANTE MEXICANO TIENDA Y TAQUERIA
2233 SE HWY 70, Arcadia FL 34266 · 863.558.5282
Last inspected Aug 24, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 50 points better than where it started.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed butter in squeeze bottle at 85F.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2024068463 | Oct 2, 2024 | Jan 9, 2025 | $200 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 24, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw tilapia over a container of soup in the reach in cooler in kitchen, operator moved the tilapia.
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. Observed raw beef over bags of French fries in reach in freezer back of kitchen, operator moved beef.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual can opener soiled with food debris.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed hand washing sink in kitchen with food debris in it.
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Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed on menu Ceviche and tilapia is not identify that is raw, operator corrected by end of inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cup in container of Oregano, operator took out.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gasket on reach in cooler on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed a tube of raw ground beef thawing in sink in a bucket, owner corrected.
Apr 16, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed a case of raw hard shell over a case of green peppers in reach in cooler, owner moved eggs to different reach in cooler on bottom shelve.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual can opener with food debris on it in kitchen.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed chorizo in the reach in cooler in the kitchen prepared the day before and not date marked or labeled, employee date marked the pans.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed brown like substance on white guard in ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed pans on shelve with water in between and not air drying properly in the kitchen.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler is torn on cook line.
Nov 12, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed a bottle of arthritis medication next to salt on a shelve, employee moved it.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook wipe face on the cook line while doing food preparation without changing gloves or washing hands, educated the cook on handwashing and when to change gloves, cook washed hands and changed gloves.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed manual can opener soiled with food debris on it.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed five employees without a certified food manager present.
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. Printed a copy for employees to sign before end of inspection.
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service. Observed restaurant serves ceviche, printed a copy of consumer advisory for employee.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black like substance on the white guard in the ice machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed soufflé cups with no handle in containers of different spices in the kitchen.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed stack of pans on the shelve with water in between and not air drying properly.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed a gap underneath back door of the kitchen.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed ice scoop handle in the ice at the ice machine in the back, employee moved it.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed a handle of a spoon in a container of chicken in the reach in cooler.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed gaskets in the reach in cooler on the cook line torn.
Apr 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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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. Observed beef and chicken wings stored over fish in reach in freezer.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed gloves not changed while changing tasks and handling soiled equipment, then ready to eat food.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed a mold like substance on the ice drop tray inside the ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2 areas in kitchen with ceiling paint peeling.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 2 floor tiles cracked at kitchen back door entrance.
Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls/ceiling. Observed the hood walls dripping grease onto equipment.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Observed the back door missing the self closer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed the shelving in the walk in cooler with rusted metro shelving.
Oct 3, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler and chest freezer not working during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 2 floor tiles cracked at kitchen back door entrance.
Oct 2, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. chorizo 53F, beef 52F, top round 53F, beef soup, 51F, chicken 50F chicken 53F, salsa 53F, hibiscus water 65F. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler chorizo 53F, beef 52F, top round 53F, beef soup, 51F, chicken 50F chicken 53F, salsa 53F. Observed at front counter hibiscus water 65F. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Showed operator picture.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2 areas in kitchen with ceiling paint peeling.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler and chest freezer not working during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 2 floor tiles cracked at kitchen back door entrance.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan covers.
Oct 1, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 20 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate12 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed ceviche in glass door reach in cooler marked 9/17/24.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. chorizo 53F, beef 52F, top round 53F, beef soup, 51F, chicken 50F chicken 53F, salsa 53F, hibiscus water 65F. See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in walk in cooler chorizo 53F, beef 52F, top round 53F, beef soup, 51F, chicken 50F chicken 53F, salsa 53F. Observed at front counter hibiscus water 65F. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed butter in squeeze bottle at 85F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored.Observed medicines and chemicals stored next to food and clean equipment.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.Showed operator picture.
Food being cooled by nonapproved method during time of inspection. Observed pan of beef at 135F in bottom of reach in cooler on cook line and walk in cooler covered with plastic wrap.
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. emailed agreement in Spanish to operator.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed no handle cup in bulk sugar container.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed 2 areas in kitchen with ceiling paint peeling.
Employee chewing gum while preparing food or while in a food prep/food storage/warewashing area. Observed cook engaged in food preparation while chewing gum.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.Observed employee drinks near food and clean equipment throughout operation.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.Observed wet nesting on clean stored stacked food pans.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler and chest freezer not working during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 2 floor tiles cracked at kitchen back door entrance.
Missing drain plug at dumpster.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit.Observed no ambient thermometer by the front register area reach in cooler.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.Observed plastic utensils with handles facing in at self serve salad bar area.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler on cook line.
Unclean building components, attachments or fixtures. Observed dust buildup on walk in cooler fan covers.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp and raw chicken stored over ready to eat tamales and cut vegetables in reach in cooler at back prep table.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed salad bar at dining area pico (45F - Cold Holding); green sause (44F - Cold Holding); stewed carrots (44F - Cold Holding). Operator stated Items in unit less than 1hour, Unit thermostat was down and items were left to recook to 41F within 4 hours.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink at front counter. Operator added towels.
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. Observed operator had not had employees read sign and date the paperwork handout for Acknowledging Health reporting responsibilities to employees. Operator had employees onsite sign at inspection.
Open dumpster lid.
Oct 11, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority0 Intermediate1 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. Observed 1pan of enchiladas (51F - Cooling) from the day before. 20ea.See cooked refried beans, cooked 10/10/23 4gallons (50F - Cooling); cooked beef (48F); pork (46F - Cooling Holding) stopmsale
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked beef (48F); past 7 dated 10/4/23 in walk-in cooler.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. cooked beef (48F); past 7
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed 1pan of enchiladas (51F - Cooling) from the day before. 20ea.See stopmsale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed prep top cooler cut lettuce (44F - Cold Holding). Operator closed lid to help cool and will set temperature of unit from 38F to 35F to help maintain foods at temperature during operation.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed outside hose bib with no vacuum breaker.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout at inspection.
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