EL MARIACHI RESTAURANT
2149 N UNIVERSITY DR, Coral Springs FL 33071 · 954.688.7505
Last inspected Apr 6, 2026 · 9 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish and beef in walk in cooler.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $760
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2023060474 | Oct 16, 2023 | Dec 6, 2023 | $200 |
| 2--2018043086 | Jul 27, 2018 | Sep 20, 2018 | $560 |
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Apr 6, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed no date marked on cooked pork stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, pork cooked yesterday more than 24 hours. Operator correctly date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with degreaser in kitchen. Operator labeled.
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Advise operator to remove sticky tape.
Food stored on floor. -Observed bag with rice stored on kitchen floor.
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In-use tongs stored on oven door handle between uses.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Observed 1 in bar and one in kitchen. Operator removed both zapper machines.
Stored food not covered. -Observed 2 uncovered containers with cut vegetables stored in walk in cooler. Operator covered.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -Observed boxes with unwashed limes stored over tomatoes sauce in walk in cooler. Operator removed sauce to top shelf.
Feb 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken stored over raw fish and beef in walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. -Observed chlorine sanitizer solution in bucket exceeds 200 ppm. Operator correct solution to 100 ppm.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Observed at 1:13 p.m. no date marked on cooked potatoes stored in walk in cooler. Per operator, potato cooked on 02/04/2026 at 11:00 a.m.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -Observed several unlabeled spray bottles with degreaser at dishwashing area.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed 1 co2 tank in dry storage not secured.
Food stored on floor. -Observed container with food item stored on walk in cooler floor.
Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. -Observed 2 ice buckets stored on kitchen floor. Operator removed and stored properly.
Light shield damaged/in disrepair. -Observed a light shield missing in storage area.
Stored food not covered. -Observed an uncovered container with cut vegetables stored in walk in cooler. Operator covered container.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Propane tank (larger than 2.7 lb. water capacity/1 lb. gas capacity) located inside of the building. For reporting purposes only. Observed large propane tank exceed 20 pounds stored in dry storage room.
Oct 20, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Tomato purée, 2 can
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed portion of raw chicken in direct contact with raw steak for an unknown amount of time in kitchen flip top. See stop sale
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed portion of raw chicken in direct contact with raw steak for an unknown amount of time in kitchen flip top. See stop sale
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed large JBL speaker on prep table next to microwave and plastic wrap
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. In bulk container of rice, observed handle buried in food. Operator removed
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No sign at handwashing sink in kitchen
Stored food not covered. In walk in freezer and lowboy cooler, multiple food items left in covered Operator covered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 3 bulk containers of rice in kitchen not labeled. Operator labeled
Mar 6, 2025Inspection 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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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In 2 drawer cooler unit by kitchen left fliptop, container of raw steaks above container of raw pork chops. Manager rearranged items for proper separation.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unknown substance in spray bottles handing below grill at end of cookline. Employee marked all as degreaser.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In men's and women's restrooms. Sign provided to be posted.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in bottom of cookline left fliptop unit.
Jul 30, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate1 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. 1) Wait Statin; salsa (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not portioned or prepared today in unit less than 3hrs. Operator portioned food item into a smaller bowl. 2) Walk in cooler; cooked ground beef (45F). Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today. In unit more than 4hrs. See stop sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 1) Wait Statin; salsa (47F - Cold Holding). Per operator food not portioned or prepared today in unit less than 3hrs. Operator portioned food item into a smaller bowl. 2) Walk in cooler; cooked ground beef (45F). Per operator foods not portioned or prepared today. In unit more than 4hrs. See stop sale.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. 1) Can opener soiled. Operator removed to clean 2) Soda gun behind bar soiled, operator cleaned
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee back pack on dry storage shelf in storage area. Operator removed
Mar 15, 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 torn gaskets on lowboy freezer.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 14, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); hamburger patties (46F - Cold Holding); pork chops (46F - Cold Holding) in 2 drawer cooler on cook line. Per employee not portioned or prepared today. Held in cooler overnight.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (46F - Cold Holding); hamburger patties (46F - Cold Holding); pork chops (46F - Cold Holding) in 2 drawer cooler on cook line. Per employee not portioned or prepared today. Held in cooler overnight. See stop sale.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed wiping cloth sanitizer chlorine 200+ Ppm. Operator diluted rechecked 100 Ppm
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container of spoons stored on the side of the hand washing sink
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing spoon in hand washing sink.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In bread crumbs. Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Observed torn gaskets on lowboy freezer.
Food stored on floor. Observed boxes of plantains stored on floor of walk in freezer. Operator elevated
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water on bottom of flip top cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed walk in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of flour removed from original container not identified by common name. Operator labeled
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 16, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched apron then touched clean utensils on the hot line - operator instructed employee to removed gloves and wash hands - employee washed hands.
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. Make table#2 -; cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today and held over 4 hours - see stop sale. walk in cooler - cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked black beans (52F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (51F - Cold Holding); salsa (50F - Cold Holding); fresh grouper (50F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held overnight and more than 4 hours- see stop sale. Operator contacted technician
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Make table#2 -; cut tomato (51F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); shredded cheddar cheese (51F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today and held over 4 hours - see stop sale. walk in cooler - cooked chicken (51F - Cold Holding); cooked black beans (52F - Cold Holding); pico de gallo (51F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (51F - Cold Holding); salsa (50F - Cold Holding); fresh grouper (50F - Cold Holding) operator states not portioned or prepared today held overnight and more than 4 hours- see stop sale. Operator contacted technician
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Operator provided towels at the hot line hand sink.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Operator removed wet towels from under cutting board.
Insect control device installed over food preparation area. Operator to remove from above prep table next to back door.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Above dish area.
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