KACTUS FLAVORS OF MEXICO INC
6700 S US HWY 1, Port St Lucie FL 34952 · 772-464-7288
Last inspected Mar 30, 2026 · 8 visits since December 2023
APR 24
SEP 24
FEB 25
SEP 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 14 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $1,600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021014143 | Feb 5, 2021 | Apr 23, 2021 | $400 |
| 4--2019027393 | Apr 23, 2019 | Jul 16, 2019 | $800 |
| 4--2017053381 | Oct 10, 2017 | Dec 20, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Mar 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 8 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed fruits and veggies, raw chicken over ready to eat sauce in walk in cooler, employee moved to proper storage
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Being used as dump sink
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
Ceiling tile missing. In employees restroom
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bin on top of ice machine, manager moved
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. In storage area
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In storage area
Fruit Fly trap over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Fruit fly trap on top of ice bin in bar area, manager moved
Sep 16, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell egg over vegetables raw
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used as dump sink
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In employee restroom
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Both back doors
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under shelf by walk in cooler
Food stored in a prohibited area. Case soda stored in employee restroom
Food stored on floor. Bag flour
Hole in or other damage to wall. In storage area near stand up freezer and walk in
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. On line
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Sour cream container on top of lettuce
Mar 4, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In employee restroom
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In main restroom
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Cases of water, bulk oil
Feb 24, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 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. 0ppm
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Microwave
Required employee training expired 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 black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Bulk machine
Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. In employee restroom
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. In main restroom
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In kitchen area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In kitchen area and walk in cooler
Food stored on floor. Cases of water, bulk oil
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Keg cooler
Sep 19, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 15 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate12 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. In cooler manger placed in pan and some in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw oysters over vegetables, raw beef over ready to eat foods
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By front area
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. In kitchen area
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Serving Utensils
Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Not in use at time of inspection, sanitizer not properly dispensing. Make sure to use three bay sink until dish machine reaches proper ppm
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. back door in storeroom
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. In walk in cooler and cooks line
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil, and bucket of vegetables in cooler
Self-closing device on bathroom door disconnected/broken. In employee restroom
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. On cooks line sandwich unit
Standing water on floor. Where tiles are missing cooks line and cooler
Apr 18, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chorizo over raw onions, chicken over beef, beef over black beans
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 49f cold holding had chicken out for party. Advised to rapid chill watermelon 60f cold holding, advised to rap chill
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container stored in sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sour cream squirt bottle store on top of shredded lettuce,
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. By restroom hall area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. In storage area
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. In walk in cooler, behind line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Large bin for tortilla chips
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Cooler with taco toppings
Stored food not covered. Coconut,oregano, bay leafs
Feb 12, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Faucet hanging down in sink
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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. In kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In woman's restroom
Prep table not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Prep table shelf on bottom heavily rusted with holes
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line
Dec 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Hose attached to faucet at three-compartment/food preparation/handwash sink eliminating required air gap. Faucet hanging down in sink
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.
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup in cheese
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. In kitchen area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In all kitchen areas
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Kitchen area
Food stored on floor. Bulk oil
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In woman's restroom
Prep table not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Prep table shelf on bottom heavily rusted with holes
Standing water in bottom of walk-in-cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing on counter scallops, beef, chicken still frozen
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind cooks line
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.