LA HACIENDA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
3090 ALOMA AVENUE STE 150, Winter Park FL 32792 · 407-673-7720
Last inspected Jul 13, 2026 · 16 visits since August 2023
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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 roach by exit door
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2025039056 | May 8, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 | $800 |
| 4--2024021162 | Apr 3, 2024 | Apr 29, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
16 visits, newest first
Jul 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 17 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked beef in walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach container on prep table. Operator removed
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Chicken and pork containers in walk in cooler per operator made on Saturday.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Small plastic container used to scoop spices at dry storage. Operator removed
Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Bottom shelf at stem well
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. At cook line
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage container on shelf next to condiments at dry storage area. Operator removed
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Both employees at cook line with no hair restraints
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water at cook line area
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor tiles in disrepair at cook line
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Cracked container used for chicken in walk in cooler. Operator discarded container
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Interior of microwave soiled with debris at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of make table soiled with food debris at cook line
Stored food not covered. Beef in walk in freezer
Jan 29, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Walk-in freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 00ppm chlorine. Operator added more chlorine 50ppm
Jul 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. No label on Spray bottle in server station
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink next to dishwasher and hand wash sink next to cook line
May 9, 2025□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over RTE carrots at walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on shelf at dry storage 1 live roach on floor at cook line 5 live roaches at water heater located next to mop sink 1 live roach under 3 compartment sink Total: 8 live roaches
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cups used to scoop rice
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken under 3 compartment sink and around dry storage
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink 2 dead roaches under hand wash sink next to cook line 2 dead roaches at floor dry storage 2 dead roaches on floor behind reach in cooler at cook line Total: 11 dead roaches
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with food debris under 3 compartment sink and behind equipment at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink next to dishwasher
May 9, 2025■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 10 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over RTE carrots at walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on shelf at dry storage 1 live roach on floor at cook line 5 live roaches at water heater located next to mop sink 1 live roach under 3 compartment sink Total: 8 live roaches
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cups used to scoop rice
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken under 3 compartment sink and around dry storage
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink 2 dead roaches under hand wash sink next to cook line 2 dead roaches at floor dry storage 2 dead roaches on floor behind reach in cooler at cook line Total: 11 dead roaches
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with food debris under 3 compartment sink and behind equipment at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink next to dishwasher
May 8, 2025■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 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 priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over RTE carrots at walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on shelf at dry storage 1 live roach on floor at cook line 5 live roaches at water heater located next to mop sink 1 live roach under 3 compartment sink Total: 8 live roaches
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cups used to scoop rice
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. Cove molding broken under 3 compartment sink and around dry storage
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches under 3 compartment sink 2 dead roaches under hand wash sink next to cook line 2 dead roaches at floor dry storage 2 dead roaches on floor behind reach in cooler at cook line Total: 11 dead roaches
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors soiled with food debris under 3 compartment sink and behind equipment at cook line
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe at hand wash sink next to dishwasher
Mar 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chlorine bottles stored next to food at outside storage
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used to scoop container with seasoning
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Some Ceiling tiles with water damage at kitchen
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Soiled floors at walk in cooler
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled with grease
Stored food not covered. Chile relleno at walk in freezer
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple containers at dry storage
Nov 8, 2024□ 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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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease Around fryers
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In cook line
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 13 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 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 tongue over churros in walk in freezer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over RTE red beans in walk-in cooler
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Raw chicken 47F, raw beef 48F, tripe 47F, white fish 48F, pork chops 48F cooked shrimp 48F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook line reach in cooler. Per operator food stored for more than 4 hours. Raw chicken 47F, raw beef 48F, tripe 47F, white fish 48F, cooked shrimp 48F, pork chops 48F
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener soiled with food debris
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/ open and operating 6 employees onsite no CM present
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer bottle not labeled in bar station
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl with no handle in salt container in server station
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease Around fryers
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. In cook line
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In server reach in cooler
Stored food not covered. Pork in walk in freezer
Jun 3, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shrimp over French fries in walk in freezer
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Soufflé cup used to scoop salt and pepper in server station
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled with grease behind fryers
Food stored on floor. Pot with cooked beans on floor in walk in cooler, and oil containers next to fryers
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Food debris inside microwave in server station
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters with grease build up
Stored food not covered. Frozen Pork in container not covered located in walk in freezer
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Water leaking from pipe in handwash sink located next to dishwasher
Apr 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Apr 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Ordered shut on the spot. 2 violations recorded, 1 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 10 live roaches on pipe located next to three compartment sink by back exit door. Ware washing area is located in cook line. And is an opened concept.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Apr 3, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 4 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small flying insect on garbage can located by back exit door
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach by exit door
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. Walk in cooler with ambient cooling temperature of 47F
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Cutting boards in reach in cooler
Apr 2, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 24 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority2 Intermediate16 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 small flying insect on garbage can located by back exit door
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored over ready to eat tomatillo sauces in reach in cooler. Raw beef stored over cooked beef head in walk in cooler. Raw beef stored over cooked chicken in walk in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach by exit door
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse Food kept in walk in cooler overnight: cooked beef head 46F, cooked chicken 46F, chorizo 46F, nopal 45F, raw beef 46F, whole packet of raw beef 47F, cooked carrots 45F. Food kept in reach in cooler located in the middle of the line : Beef intestines 46F, raw chicken 46F, hot dogs 46F
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Food kept overnight in walk in cooler: cooked beef head 46F, cooked chicken 46F, chorizo 46F, nopal 45F, raw beef 46F, whole packet of raw beef 47F, cooked carrots 45F. Food kept in reach in cooler located in the middle of the line : Beef intestines 46F, raw chicken 46F, hot dogs 46F
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Birria meat kept on top of stove for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 120F. Ask employee to reheat up to165F. Rechecked 197F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand sink located on dish area blocked by pots.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Gloves case and containers stored inside hand sink located at bar.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Debris on reach in cooler handles
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. Walk in cooler with ambient cooling temperature of 47F
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing on wall behind mop sink
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.Cutting boards in reach in cooler
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor by water heater 1 dead roach on table by small black reach in cooler located across from walk in cooler.
Employee drinking from an unenclosed beverage container in a food preparation/clean dishware area and the container does not have a dispensing mechanism to prevent hand contact with lip contact area of drink container.Open drink stored on table by dish area
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Employee preparing food with no hair restraint
Food stored on floor. Oil gallons stored directly on floor in truck parked outside by back exit door.
Hole in or other damage to wall behind mop sink
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Spatula kept behind hand sink.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Missing cover in light bulb inside walk in cooler.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Debris on multiple shelving units around kitchen.
Single-service articles improperly stored.To go containers stored directly on floor inside truck parked outside. Paper towels stored directly on floor on shipping container stored outside.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Silver trays kept on cook line facing up.
Stored food not covered. Pork chops kept on walk in freezer uncovered.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bulk flour and fajita seasoning no name
Oct 16, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw beef in middle reach in cooler at cooks line
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken and pork rinds in middle reach in cooler at cooks line temping between 47F-49F. Per operator it was in reach in cooler over night
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken and pork rinds in middle reach in cooler at cooks line temping between 47F-49F. Per operator it was in reach in cooler over night
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Soups in walk in cooler prepared over 24 hours no date mark
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle with clear chemical not labeled in kitchen area
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl instead of scoop in the chicken base.Operator removed and replaced with ladle
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout cooks line
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. In use knife between make tables
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Scoop handle in direct contact with ice in ice bin at wait staff station
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Interior of reach in cooler across from flat top grill has food debris
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go lids stored under soap dispenser at bar
Stored food not covered. Soups and pork not covered in walk in cooler
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over cooked pork in walk in cooler
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk at wait station open over 24 hours not date marked.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink by dish wash area blocked by stainless bowl
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Chicken bullion has bowl instead of scoop at dry storage area
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards throughout kitchen
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee food stored on middle reach in cooler at cooks line
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Printed choking poster
Stored food not covered. Tripe soup in walk in freezer not cover Sauces stored on floor of walk in cooler
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed produce stored over ready to eat in walk in cooler
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.