EL JALISCO ENGLEWOOD
1500 PLACIDA RD #D-5, Englewood FL 34223 · 941-473-1411
Last inspected Jun 9, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
APR 24
AUG 24
NOV 24
DEC 25
JUN 26
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed rub mark on top left side of cabinet that is hanging on wall in mens handicap cap room. Observed rub mark above dish machine. Observed rub mark above 3 door freezer.
★ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2023067538 | Nov 28, 2023 | Jan 16, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jun 9, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed current license expired.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken hot holding in the steamer. Observed chicken at 134, operator states it was hot holding for less than an hour, heated the chicken to 190 for 4 minutes.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed food debris on the can opener blade, operator moved to ware-washing station.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Observed current license no displayed.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed reach in cooler shelves on the cook line rusted.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed kitchen flooring in unsealed and not smooth.
Dec 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor throughout kitchen is worn and no longer sealed.
Dec 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority5 Intermediate7 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 dishwasher machine at 000 ppm chlorine sanitizer. instructed operator they may use the machine to wash dishware and utensils, but must use three compartment sink to sanitize items once they come out of the dish machine and then allow items to properly air dry.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shell eggs in walk-in cooler over tubs of ready to eat food.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb by hand wash sink at cooks line.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of employee health policy and health requirements. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster DBPR HR Form 5030-165
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of reporting responsibilities for exclusions and restrictions. Email operator Big 6 food borne illnesses poster DBPR HR Form 5030-165. Repeat from last inspection 11-25-24
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.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed coffee filter holder in hand wash sink at wait station at service window. Observed trash can in front of hand wash sink at cooks line. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed sauces and meats in reach-in freezer Employee stated the above items had been prepare onsite more than 24 hours prior.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed 3 compartment sink with sanitizer set up in middle sink.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment at cooks line and prep table areas. Operator corrected above issues to meet inspection standards.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Repeat from last inspection 11-25-24
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface at cooks line.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover at bottom of prep table.
Stored food not covered. Observed cooked chicken pans of meats, cut vegetables, and sauces in reach-in cooler and walk-in cooler not covered. Repeat from last inspection 11-25-24
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed floor throughout kitchen is worn and no longer sealed.
Nov 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
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Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed mold-like-substance behind nozzles of soda machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink at front counter wait station.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed rice, cooked potatoes and sauces in walk-in-cooler prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, items were not properly date marked. Repeat 8-14-24
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed tiles behind front counter missing and cracked tiles in walk-in-cooler. Repeat 8-14-24
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
No copy of latest inspection report available. Repeat 8-14-24
Stored food not covered. Observed sauces and batters in walk-in-cooler not covered. Repeat 8-14-24
Aug 16, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at front counter. Observed floor tiles in walk-in-cooler cracked.
Reach-in cooler a5 wait station and walk-in-cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Aug 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef and chicken over tuna salad, diced onions and slice deli meats in cooks line reach-in-cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed the following at wait station and cooks line: Wait station: butter portion cup (71F - Cold Holding) Make table:dice ham (55F - Cold Holding); dice sausage (61F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) Cooks line: pico de gallo (100F - Cold Holding); French toast mix made with raw shell eggs (97F - Cold Holding) Observed operator voluntarily disposed of all out of temperature food items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed the following at wait station and cooks line: Wait station: butter portion cup (71F - Cold Holding) Make table:dice ham (55F - Cold Holding); dice sausage (61F - Cold Holding); coleslaw (50F - Cold Holding); sliced cheese (47F - Cold Holding); shredded cheese (49F - Cold Holding) Cooks line: pico de gallo (100F - Cold Holding); French toast mix made with raw shell eggs (97F - Cold Holding) Observed operator voluntarily disposed of all out of temperature food items.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed in cooks line make table and walk-in-cooler deli ham, corned beef and slice cheese opened more then 24 hours prior as per employee statement, and was not properly date marked.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed trash cans in front of handwashing sink at cooks line and soiled rags in handwashing sink at dishwasher area. Observed operator correct issue to meet standards for inspection.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed the following items in cooks line make table and walk-in-cooler tuna salad, mashed potatoes, chicken soup, dice onions, sauces and refried beans prepared onsite more then 24 hours prior as pre employee statement, items were not properly date marked.
Ceiling tiles in back of kitchen or with heat water stains and mold-like-substance.
Employee dumping mop water or other wastewater in the toilet/urinal. On mop water is being dumped out back door into parking lot and flowing in drain. Mop sink is blocked by large stand mixer and kegs.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator put on hair restraint.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair at front counter. Observed floor tiles in walk-in-cooler cracked.
Food stored on floor. Observed jug of fry oil on floor at end of cooks line.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed spoon handle use for coleslaw at cooks line was buried in coleslaw.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board at cooks line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Reach-in cooler a5 wait station and walk-in-cooler interior and shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Observed fish, soup, sauces, mashed potatoes, deli meats and diced onions in walk-in-cooler not covered.
Walk-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed working containers of flour and bread crumbs under table in back kitchen not labeled. Repeat 4-2-24
Jul 11, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed two stand up reach in coolers moved from bar to different location, walls put up in dining room, ice machine moved
Jun 5, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed two stand up reach in coolers moved from bar to different location, walls put up in dining room, ice machine moved
Apr 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed backside of slicer with dried food debris like substance on it.
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed two stand up reach in coolers moved from bar to different location, walls put up in dining room, ice machine moved
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed ice machine on inside plastic guard with a black mold like substance on inside.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed reach in coolers with debris buildup on back side of handles.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Observed cutting boards on line in kitchen with grooves in them.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed gaskets in kitchen reach ins with black mold like substance on them.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container at back door with flour like substance nside not properly labeled.
Nov 29, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 28, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 15 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 5 rodent droppings in mens handicap cap room, in vanity drawer. Observed 6 rodent droppings in ladies room around main hand washing sink on floor. Observed 8 rodent droppings under 3 compartment sink in bar by managers office. Observed 2 rodent droppings by Co2 tank in same bar area. Observed 12 rodent droppings in cabinet under soda dispenser in same bar. Observed 6 rodent droppings in service area. Observed 5 rodent droppings in dry storage area by bread. Observed 3 rodent droppings on top of dish machine. Observed 4 rodent droppings around floor mixer. Observed 10 rodent droppings under soda syrup boxes. Observed 4 rodent droppings in a cardboard box with boxes of mashed potatoes. Observed 45 rodent droppings under fryer area in kitchen. Observed 12 rodent droppings under 2 door oven in kitchen. Observed 5 rodent droppings on top of pizza oven. Observed 5 rodent droppings along metal wall next to pizza oven.
Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Observed rub mark on top left side of cabinet that is hanging on wall in mens handicap cap room. Observed rub mark above dish machine. Observed rub mark above 3 door freezer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed ziti made on Saturday per cook not date marked.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed scoop in flour with a 6th pan with out handle in it.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing. Observed ceiling tile missing above hoods in kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles with holes in them through out establishment.
Dead roaches on premises. Dead roaches on premises. Observed 2 large dead roaches under main hand washing sink in mens room. Observed 6 roach body parts in vanity drawer in mens handicap room.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observed gap at exit door in back by mens room.
Food stored on floor. Observed flour on floor in back room.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging on oven door in kitchen on cook line.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no hand washing signs by hand washing sink by backdoor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters with grease build up
Plumbing system in disrepair. Observed plumbing leak at hand sink by back door in kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed coffee filters in bar area with no cover on them
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed dish cloth stored on rack on kitchen line.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only. Observed fire extinguisher at back door in kitchen expired.
Jul 31, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee cracked raw shell eggs and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed cook cracking eggs, whisking eggs, putting on grill, handling bacon that was cooked afterwards. Coached cook on proper hand washing.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw whole muscle beef steak over diced tomatoes in reach in cooler to right of make station in kitchen. Coached employee, employee moved steak to bottom shelf.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed slicer in back prep area soiled with food debris. Asked operator when in was last used, was told yesterday. Observed operator cleaning slicer.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed all hand washing stations with at lease one item in them, or a trash can in front of it (behind bar, by grill station, by back door, server station)
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed cook with no hair restraint in kitchen while cooking food.
Food stored on floor. Observed in walk in cooler, buckets with food in them on floor.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed food/grease build up on side of pizza over in kitchen.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed through out kitchen un sealed concrete on floor.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Observed mop in mop bucket outside stored with mop head in bucket/wringer.
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.