GUADALAJARA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
8461 SW 132 ST, Kendall FL 33156 · 786-244-4444
Last inspected Jul 31, 2026 · 8 visits since February 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler in storage area: flan (44F - Cold Holding). As per operator, more than 4 hours inside of cooler.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 31, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 13 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 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. Observed in reach in at kitchen: refried beans (45F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the day before.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in reach in at kitchen: refried beans (45F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the day before.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed in cooler inside kitchen; raw chicken over raw beef. Employees changed order during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at salsa bar: red salsa (47F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 4 hours. Employees submerged container in ice and added to salsa for rapid chill.
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry food racks soiled in kitchen area.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed dish trays blocking kitchen hand sink. Operator removed trays during inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed dispenser empty at kitchen hand sink. Operator replaced during inspection.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Observed unsecured; in storage room and dining room.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in mop room.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at cook line.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in chest freezer in storage area.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at cooler across cook line and cooler in storage room.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple coolers.
Dec 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry food and dish racks soiled.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser in disrepair at front counter. As per operator, a new one has been ordered.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in cook line area.
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. Observed cooler across cook line with ambient temp of 47F. All the TCS foods stored inside were prepped 1 hour prior to being placed in cooler. Inspector suggested to call in technician, and put items on ice or use other cooler.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near dish machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple freezers.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at multiple coolers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed above steam table.
Dec 19, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate10 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. Observed in reach in cooler in storage area: Chili's breaded (45/48/50F - Cooling.) As per operator, prepared the night before.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in reach in cooler in storage area: Chili's breaded (45/48/50F - Cooling.) As per operator, prepared the night before.
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 0 ppm at dish machine.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed at reach in across prep table; raw chicken over raw beef. Operator changed order during inspection.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed in reach in cooler in storage area: flan (44F - Cold Holding). As per operator, more than 4 hours inside of cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in reach in cooler in storage area:: flan (44F - Cold Holding). As per operator, more than 4 hours inside of cooler. Observed at salsa bar up front: tomato salsa (50F - Cold Holding). As per operator, less than 1 hour. Inspector advised operator to add more ice.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry food and dish racks soiled.
Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed paper towel dispenser in disrepair at front counter. As per operator, a new one has been ordered.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed top of machine soiled at time of inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed in cook line area.
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. Observed cooler across cook line with ambient temp of 47F. All the TCS foods stored inside were prepped 1 hour prior to being placed in cooler. Inspector suggested to call in technician, and put items on ice or use other cooler.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed cellphone on rack above tortillas in kitchen.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed near dish machine.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in multiple freezers.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed at multiple coolers.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed above steam table.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed salt containers in kitchen; no label.
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 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. Observed in reach at kitchen area: cooked rice (46F - Cooling); cooked rice (47F - Cooling); cooked rice (54F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the day before.
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. See stop sale. Observed in reach at kitchen area: cooked rice (46F - Cooling); cooked rice (47F - Cooling); cooked rice (54F - Cooling). As per operator, prepared the day before.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Observed splitter with no breaker.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed dry food shelves soiled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in kitchen. Operator wiped down during inspection. Observed interior of ice dispenser at soda fountain soiled. Operator cleaned interior during inspection.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed exterior soiled at inspection.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in dry storage area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in multiple reach in coolers.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed throughout kitchen.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed soda fountain leaking.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed on dry food racks; salt with no label. Operator labeled during inspection.
Mar 25, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Operator cleaned during inspection.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Observed at register area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed in warewash area.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed in kitchen area.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed soiled gaskets in ice machine; manager cleaned during inspection.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Observed in reach in coolers in kitchen area.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed on dry food rack sugar; no label. Operator labeled during inspection.
Dec 2, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded lettuce (52F - Cold Holding); sour cream (49F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler across cook line. Employee added ice and placed in another cooler for rapid cooling.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice and 2 spoons inside hand sink at front counter. Employee removed the spoons and ice.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl inside sugar container on shelve under prep table at kitchen.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly segregated inside reach in cooler across prep table. Employee segregated the food.
Food stored on floor. Observed 2 buckets with tortillas stirred on floor at storage. Operator placed buckets at 6 inches from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed hanging from oven door handle at cook line. Operator removed the tongs.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Employee removed the towel.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed sugar inside plastic container without label on shelve under preparation table. Employee labeled product.
Jun 26, 2024Inspection 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 in rear reach in cooler, raw portioned beef stored over raw shrimp. Employee removed and stored correctly.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at prep table at cook line shredded cheese (54F - Cold Holding). As per cook for 2 hours, cooked placed into reach in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by cup rack. Employee removed.
No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed 4 employees present with no certified food manager on duty. Manager arrived during inspection.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed ceiling above cookline soiled with dust and grease buildup.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed at white chest freezer.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed under hand wash sink next to dishmachine.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed at cook line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filter soiled with grease build up.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Observed throughout kitchen.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
6 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed two tomatoes paste cans dented. Operator segregated the cans to be returned them.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over French fried at reach in freezer. Operated relocated the French fried.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw fish stored over shrimp broth at reach in cooler. Operated moved the raw fish to another reach in cooler.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw beef stored over raw fish at reach in freezer. Operated started to rearrange the products.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded beef (127 F - Hot Holding) at steam table. As per operator for less than one hour. Operator moved the product to the grill to be reheated.
Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine + 200 ppm).
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed hand wash sink blocked by containers. Operated removed the containers.
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed white chest reach in freezer door in disrepair, cover of interior door broken.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed hood filters soiled.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. At kitchen area.
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