LA HACIENDA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
14016 7 ST, Dade City FL 33525 · 813-842-4052
Last inspected Mar 19, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
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. Emailed handout to operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2022008197 | Jan 27, 2022 | Mar 23, 2022 | $200 |
| 3--2019018831 | Mar 11, 2019 | May 2, 2019 | $200 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Mar 19, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed on cook line hot water not connected.. Other hand sinks have hot water.
Mar 2, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 7 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate1 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. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm)
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw beef stored over salsa in 2-door glass reach in cooler in back hallway. Employee moved raw beef.
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. Provided written procedures to facility.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observe utensils and hand sink and service area, employee remove utensils from hand sink.
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/
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Observed on cook line hot water not connected.. Other hand sinks have hot water.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, and food debris. Observed that floor drain cover in dish area.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee removed portion cup in hand sink in front of expo line. Employee removed container from hand sink on cook line.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. In stand up reach in cooler next to ware washing area.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Employee removed pork and beef of prep table thawing at room temperature and placed in walk in cooler.
Aug 14, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
May 21, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. 1)Opened bag of raw burger stored above opened bag of cooked chicken tenders in small chest freezer in hallway. 2) Plastic bag of raw beef stored above container of cooked beef in walk freezer. Manager inverted.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. 4 Drawers under grill-; Shredded Cheese (48-50F - Cold Holding); Sliced Cheese (47F - Cold Holding) Per Manager food items in unit less than 4 hours. Items not prepared or portioned today. Manager moved to walk in cooler to quick chill.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in kitchen. Manager replaced.
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.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. In kitchen and dishwasher area. Employee cleaned during inspection.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Apr 17, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Coke machine moved to other side of room next to hand wash sink. Chip warmer in place of coke machine. Ice machine next to chip warmer. Soda bib rack in place on beer cooler at kitchen entrance.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in storage room off the kitchen
Feb 5, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedLicensing Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 3 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Coke machine moved to other side of room next to hand wash sink. Chip warmer in place of coke machine. Ice machine next to chip warmer. Soda bib rack in place on beer cooler at kitchen entrance.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in storage room off the kitchen
Nov 26, 2024Warning IssuedLicensing Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate4 Basic
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Establishment operating without a license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants. Operator must obtain a public food service license from the Division of Hotels and Restaurants within 60 days. Submit a license application and payment to DBPR/Bureau of Central Intake Unit, 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0783. To apply online or obtain an application for license visit http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Coke machine moved to other side of room next to hand wash sink. Chip warmer in place of coke machine. Ice machine next to chip warmer. Soda bib rack in place on beer cooler at kitchen entrance.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at hand wash sink in tortilla warmer area Hand wash sink in employee restroom 71F after running approximately 2 mins
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket hung on dry storage shelf. Operator removed.
Food stored on floor. Multiple buckets in walk in freezer
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Multiple units throughout kitchen
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Walk in cooler Ceiling not smooth and easily cleanable in storage room off the kitchen
Apr 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled in kitchen by walking in cooler.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On cook line.
Food stored on floor. Box of oil on the floor of cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Underneath prep table In server area next to cook line.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocado with stickers on them in hotel pan on cook line.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Throughout kitchen. Operator put all of them in a bucket.
Dec 19, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate6 Basic
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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. Emailed handout to operator
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed ice in server hand sink
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Or soap at server hand sink. Cook line hand sink, and prep area hand sink. Employee refilled
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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. Observed containers of cooked beef and stock not dated
Floor and wall junctures not coved in food preparation/storage/warewashing areas or bathroom. By beverage dispensers in server station
Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Observed fly tape in back prep room.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer around door frame
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Emailed to operator
Water draining onto floor surface. From hand sink on cook line
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of sugar not labeled
Aug 3, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over enchilada sauce.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed all sauces made with no dates on the sauces.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed a light with no shield in the kitchen.
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.