GARCIAS MEXICAN GRILL
1498 S WOODLAND BLVD, Deland FL 32720 · 386-873-7229
Last inspected Aug 10, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between B and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Food worker slicing lines with bare hands.Educated operator.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025072031 | Sep 22, 2025 | Feb 9, 2026 | $200 |
| 4--2022057664 | Aug 17, 2022 | Jan 4, 2023 | $400 |
| 4--2021054581 | Sep 14, 2021 | Feb 4, 2022 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 10, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Cooked ground beef 41-45F, in walk in cooler overnight. operator reduced amount
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. breaded chicken (46F - Cold Holding); hamburgers (46F - Cold Holding);placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard l
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Ice machine hand sink turned off water. Operator opened.
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Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves, food storage area.
Food stored on floor. Uncovered salsa bucket on walk cooler floor, operator relocated
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Kitchen equipment,wood panels, cluttering alcove behind walk in cooler.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the wait station floor.
Jan 26, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate9 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Bottle of Aloe Vera stored on top f food equipment. Operator relocated.
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. Flan in walk in cooler not date marked from two days ago. Operator updated.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Container used to dispense salsa in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. Utensils stored in dirty bin. Operator cleaned,
Floor area(s) covered with standing water, by wash ware area.
Food employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of salsa stored on walk in cooler floor.
Kitchen and wash ware area wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust.
Stored meat and flan not covered, in walk in cooler. Operator corrected covered.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Water draining onto floor surface from floor drain of kitchen hand sink.
Jul 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority2 Intermediate7 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. - queso, 46-47F, in prep cooler at cookline overnight. Operator instructed to discard.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue, or soil. - cutting board at small prep table
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tiles out of alignment.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. - bins in expediting area
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket torn on small prep cooler
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - beneath cooking equipment
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - exterior of cooking equipment
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. - unnecessary items, wood panels, extension ladder, old equipment, cluttering alcove behind walk in cooler
Jul 22, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate9 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. - queso, 46-47F, in prep cooler at cookline overnight. Operator instructed to discard.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - raw beef 44-45 F, in low boy under flat grill - sour cream, 47F, in prep cooler at cookline overnight - raw beef 53F, small prep cooler Operator instructed to discard.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue, or soil. - cutting board at small prep table
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.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling tiles out of alignment.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. - bins in expediting area
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket torn on small prep cooler
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - ware washing area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - beneath cooking equipment
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - white upright freezers
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - exterior of cooking equipment
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. - unnecessary items, wood panels, extension ladder, old equipment, cluttering alcove behind walk in cooler
Jul 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate16 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. - stomach remedy on upright freezer
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. - queso, 46-47F, in prep cooler at cookline overnight. Operator instructed to discard.
Food stored in a container that previously held a toxic substance. See stop sale. - 2 buckets previously containing dish detergent used for red sauce.
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. - salad bowls stored in direct contact with cardboard box. Operator removed from box.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. - raw ground beef patties over churros, stainless steel freezer.
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. - raw beef 44-45 F, in low boy under flat grill - sour cream, 47F, in prep cooler at cookline overnight - raw beef 53F, small prep cooler Operator instructed to discard.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue, or soil. - cutting board at small prep table
Handwash sink not easily accessible for employee use at all times. - back hand sink obstructed by wiping cloth can
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. - flan, refried beans, cooked meats. Operator updated.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Red container in pico de gallo in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. - under wrapped tortillas
Ceiling tiles out of alignment.
Clean utensils or equipment stored in dirty drawer or rack. - bins in expediting area
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - prep cooler near dish machine. Operator removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket torn on small prep cooler
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. - ware washing area
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - beneath cooking equipment
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. - white upright freezers
In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. - at ice machine
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator relocated
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, or dust. - exterior of cooking equipment
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. - small prep cooler
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. - unnecessary items, wood panels, extension ladder, old equipment, cluttering alcove behind walk in cooler
Mar 13, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale.
Shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. See stop sale.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.See Stop Sale.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Wait station reach in cooler cream cheese (47F - Cold Holding)/overnight; milk (45F - Cold Holding).Placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard cream cheese. Operator placed in another unit milk.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Chip station unit, soiled with food debris, exterior and interior. Operator cleaned unit.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Flan and refried beans prepared 48 hours ago not date marked, in walk in cooler.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink, near floor ice machine. Operator opened valve.
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee lunch containers in wait station reach in cooler. Operator relocated.
Food employee, with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Hole in or other damage to wall, at bar,under hand sink.
Kitchen ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ventilation hood, soiled with grease.
Stored food not covered. In kitchen make tables. operator covered food,
Aug 26, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Food worker slicing lines with bare hands.Educated operator.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Horchata at bar low boy unit, date marked more than 7 days. Operator discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Horchata more 7 days.
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. Gloribeth A..
Raw/undercooked animal food offered and establishment has no written consumer advisory. Raw animal foods must be fully cooked prior to service.Provided to operator
Employee wearing jewelry other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. Food worker handling food,wearing a watch.
Food employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Kitchen ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. North Pole, make table gasket soiled with grime, by kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened drink in wait station reach in cooler. Opened drink in wait station reach in cooler,
Stored food not covered, in walk in cooler. In food prepperation area, bin with taco shells not covered.
Walk-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Mar 4, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate9 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. Corn dogs labeled 1-18-2924 in kitchen cold holding unit.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Mixer stored in hand sink by triple sink.
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. Refried beans and tamales prepared 24 hours ago not date marked inSAbA reach in cooler.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic container used to dispense sugar and in walk-in in cooker plastic tray used to dispense tomatoes.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on storage area equipment door handles.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee personal drink stored in kitchen make table l
Food stored on floor. Salsa buckets stored on walk in cooler floor,
Hole in or other damage to storage area wall., behind rack holding can goods,
Kitchen ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Objectionable odors in women's bathroom or other areas of the establishment.
Standing water in bottom of bar reach-in-cooler.
Washware area floor area, covered with standing water.
Aug 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or mold. -sides if fryers soiled with grease,
Aug 2, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Employee touched bare body part and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Educated operator.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw bacon stored on walk in cooler shelf above green salsa.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Refrigerated drawers 48F - Cold Holding); raw chorizo (48F - Cold Holding); raw beef (48F - Cold Holding)/3 hors.Ice was placed.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Washware area Handwash sinks soiled with food debris,
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked ground beef, in walk in cooler, prepared 24 hours ago not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic container used to dispense red salsa.in walk in cooker,
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water.p, under cookline,
Ice buildup in Frigidaire reach-in freezer.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or mold. -sides if fryers soiled with grease,
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, wash ware Area.
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.