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EL JALISCO

2915 KERRY FOREST PKWY UNIT 301, Tallahassee FL 32309 · 850.668.1002

Last inspected Jan 12, 2026 · 12 visits since October 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats278
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA4703131
Grade history
DEC 24
FEB 25
MAY 25
JUL 25
JAN 26
— STEADY

5 inspections within 27 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.

Worst finding on record
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Badges — 1 earned
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined

Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Jan 12, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 5 findings
Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Bowls of salsa uncovered in kitchen. Put in cooler.
High priority/08B-02-4/Corrected On-Site
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa left out for lunch service, less than 4 hours per operator. Put in reach-in cooler. 57°.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dirty apron stored in shoot of slicer.
Intermediate/22-02-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Several bottles.
Intermediate/41-17-4
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Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hot water leak at hand sink by dishwasher.
Basic/29-11-4
The state's own report →
Jul 22, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cut tomatoes 56°F, sour cream 55°F. Prep cooler across from flattop.
High priority/03A-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Chicken wing bones on cutting board on line.
Basic/12B-02-4
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In beer keg cooler.
Basic/36-22-4
Food stored on floor. Crate of peeled onions on floor in walk-in cooler.
Basic/08B-38-4
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink. In dish area.
Basic/29-20-5
May 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 1601 GOLF TERRACE DR, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of oil stored on floor inside dry storage room. Operator properly placed food item 6 inches off the floor during time of inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed accumulation of food debris inside microwave. Operator cleaned microwave during time of inspection.
Basic/22-08-4/Corrected On-Site
Feb 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)

Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Dec 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation

Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

3 High priority0 Intermediate3 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. Rice.
High priority/03D-02-5
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Cooked chicken, rice, beans, not dated after cooling and cold holding.
High priority/02C-01-5
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
High priority/01B-02-5
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Basic/22-20-5
Clean utensils stored between equipment. Knives.
Basic/24-14-4
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of tomatoes.
Basic/08B-47-4
Sep 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 1601 GOLF TERRACE DR, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food stored on floor. Observed Mac and cheese stored on the floor in walk in freezer and rice stored on the floor in dry storage area. Executive Chef stored properly during inspection.
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood vents with grease accumulation.
Basic/23-03-4
Aug 28, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Sanitizer bottle on cook line.
High priority/41-10-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Basic/51-11-4
Food stored on floor. Bag of onions.
Basic/08B-38-4
Apr 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 1601 GOLF TERRACE DR, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
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.
Intermediate/11-27-4
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair in the kitchen and dish machine area.
Basic/36-32-5
Mar 27, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 26, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Guacamole 50,51, beef 50, cheese 55, sour cream 52, less than 4 hours per operator Iced during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach spray bottle on ice maker.
High priority/41-10-4
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-02-4
No soap provided at handwash sink.
Intermediate/31B-03-4
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
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.
Basic/14-74-7
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Dishwasher area.
Basic/36-22-4
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Basic/10-08-5
Nov 9, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection

Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Sour cream 48, cut tomatoes 47, less than 4 hours per operator, Iced during inspection.
High priority/03A-02-5
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Intermediate/41-17-4
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.
Basic/14-74-7
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Basic/12B-07-4
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Prep unit online.
Basic/05-09-4
Oct 25, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

Recorded at 1601 GOLF TERRACE DR, Tallahassee — this licence has since moved.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed hood vents with grease accumulation.
Basic/36-34-5
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed employee prepping chicken, no hair restraint.
Basic/13-03-4

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.