FRESH JALAPENO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
360 N US 441, Lady Lake FL 32159
Last inspected Apr 22, 2026 · 18 visits since August 2023
SEP 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
APR 26
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live on cookline.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
18 visits, newest first
Apr 22, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef patties over tomatoes.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. -Employee wiping gloves off on towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat grill.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. -Hand sink by three compartment sink.
Sep 18, 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 food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -Raw beef patties over stuffed chiles.
Handwash sink does not have enough water pressure to properly wash hands. -By ware wash.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Stove top. -Interior of fryer.
Feb 18, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 21 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw unpasteurized shell eggs stored next to creamers walk in cooler
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Tortilla Soup
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 3 Rodent droppings on floor against the wall in dry storage area that appeared to be old. Operator cleaned and sanitized area
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Touched raw beef and the took off soiled glove with clean glove and soiled clean glove to touch clean utensils
Establishment offers undercooked comminuted meat on the child menu. Asterisk on burger located on kids portion of menu.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled located in dish area
Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Handsink in dishwasher area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl used in rice on steam table.
Ceiling tile missing.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Oven door
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer located in the bar.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment.
Light not functioning in kitchen
Open dumpster lid.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Take out containers in kitchen
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Wiping hands and cutting boards
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed cucumber over ready to eat tamale in walk in cooler
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Sep 24, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored in same container as ready-to-eat food. -Raw vegetables stored with raw chorizo.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw shell eggs over tamales.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -Plate stored in hand sink by dish machine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -By ice machine.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -Stored under paper towel dispenser.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Rear exit door.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. -Between prep cooler.
Jun 26, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jun 25, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 9 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. -0 ppm. Manager refilled sanitizer. Chl 50 ppm.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -Raw chicken over raw beef in lowboy prep cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Shrimp 57f, Fish 50f, Chicken 54f, Beef 56f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Microwave.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Lowboy cooler gaskets torn under grill.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Rear exit door.
Food stored on floor. -Bag of flour. -Bags of ice in walk in freezer.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -To go cups on floor.
Mar 6, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority1 Intermediate8 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. -Ranchero sauce dated 02-26.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Ranchero sauce dated 02-26.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Tamales 49f, Shrimp 48f, Cooked shrimp 49f. Cut lettuce 48f, Cut tomato 49f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Manager placed in walk in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. -By warewash.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment in poor repair. -Oven door.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Lowboy cooler gaskets torn.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Stored directly on ice machine.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave.
Single-service articles improperly stored. -To go trays on floor.
Trash receptacles not provided where needed in establishment. -Handsink in kitchen.
Dec 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Soda gun at bar.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -No date on filter behind ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Lowboy cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Sponge used as salt applicator at bar.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters.
Dec 19, 2023Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over cooked chicken.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live on wall by handsink in warewash. -1 live on wall behind dish machine.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Soda gun at bar.
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.
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -No date on filter behind ice machine.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. -2 dead below oven.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Lowboy cooler gaskets torn.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Sponge used as salt applicator at bar.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -Stored directly on top of ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood filters.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.
Oct 13, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 12, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live by chip warmer. -5 live under oven.
Oct 12, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over chicken.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live by chip warmer. -5 live under oven.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Tamales.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -By ice machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Oven door broken.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -On top of ice machine.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -By employee bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under stovetop.
Stored food not covered. -Tortillas.
Oct 11, 2023■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 12 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over chicken.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live by chip warmer. -5 live under oven.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Tamales.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -By ice machine.
Dead roaches on premises. -4 under oven on cookline.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Oven door broken.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -On top of ice machine.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -By employee bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under stovetop.
Stored food not covered. -Tortillas.
Oct 10, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 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 priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over chicken.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -2 live by chip warmer. -5 live under oven.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Tamales.
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -By ice machine.
Dead roaches on premises. -4 under oven on cookline.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Oven door broken.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -On top of ice machine.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. -By employee bathroom.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under stovetop.
Stored food not covered. -Tortillas.
Aug 3, 2023□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
3 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. -By knives.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At bar. 0 ppm.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Enchilada sauce 125f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in cooler gasket. -Ice bucket chipped.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Licensed for 110, currently has 158 seats.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exit door.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Walk in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. -Under ice machine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar.
Aug 2, 2023■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 48 violations recorded, 11 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
11 High priority4 Intermediate33 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -Approximately 25 small by prep area. -Approximately 50 small in dry storage.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Pesticide-emitting strip present in food prep area. -By knives.
Quaternary ammonium sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. At bar. 0 ppm.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw sausage over cut mushrooms. -Raw pork over sauce in walk in cooler.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live on cookline.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employees walking in and out not changing gloves.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Creamer 58f. Over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cheese 49f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Shrimp 48f. Less than 4 hours. Operator placed in freezer. Creamer 58f. Over 4 hours.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Enchilada sauce 125f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -Lowboy cooler. -Soda gun at bar.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products. Provided operator thermometer.
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -Salsa,
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Chicken scoop in walk in cooler.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -Oven door. -Walk in cooler door handle.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. At bar.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Green cutting board.
Dead roaches on premises. -1 dead on top of dish machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. -Open beer over food.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -Phone stored on box of tortillas.
Equipment in poor repair. -Handsink not connected to wall by warewash.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. -Reach in cooler gasket. -Ice bucket chipped.
Establishment did not report seating change that affects the license fee, Clean Indoor Air Act, sewage system approval or other related requirements. Licensed for 110, currently has 158 seats.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exit door.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Floor drain on cookline.
Food stored on floor. -Bucket of lettuce. -Cooking oil in dry storage.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. -Tape on knife. -Sponge used as salt applicator.
Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. -Reach in freezer.
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -On top of ice machine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. -Beef tongs.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Oven. -Double door oven. -Standing water in lowboy cooler. -Microwave.
Light not functioning. In kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Cooler gaskets. -Exterior of bulk containers.
Objectionable odors in bathroom or other areas of the establishment. Heavy In bathrooms.
Open dumpster lid.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Walk in cooler.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. -Across from fryers.
Stored food not covered. -Taco shells.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. -Fish in standing water.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -Dish area.
Water draining onto floor surface. -Under ice machine.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk container of sugar.
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.