LA MARIPOSA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
202 NE 2 ST STE 10, Okeechobee FL 34972
Last inspected Jul 17, 2024 · 4 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JUL 23
DEC 23
JUL 24
≈ ERRATIC
3 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Three rodent droppings on top of dishwasher that is not in use. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2019005195 | Jan 30, 2019 | Mar 6, 2019 | $400 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Jul 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over vegetables in walk-in cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly.
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/ A.Aquirre 3/10/19
Ceiling tile missing at cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at kitchen and storage.
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Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Top of cooler at bar soiled. Operator cleaned area.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, at line.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at cooking area.
Dec 13, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/23. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at back area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, behind line.
Hole in or other damage to wall in walk in freezer at floor line. Hole at floor in kitchen next to door.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Lights not working in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises: unused equipment in storage area.
Dec 7, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate14 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Please note: Licence renewal was 12/1/23. Visit Myfloridalicense.com to make your payment, if you have not already done so.
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw chicken over tomatoes in walk in cooler. Operator removed raw chicken and stored correctly.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Three rodent droppings on top of dishwasher that is not in use. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
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 operator with the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
Not all employees have signed. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement, not all employees were able to sign by completion of inspection. Operator will have all others sign by next routine inspection.
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 on line cooler. Operator removed.
Ceiling tile missing above pit station.
Dead roaches on premises. Five dead roaches in dishwasher that is not in use. One dead roach on sheet pan. Operator cleaned and sanitized area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside at back area.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed, behind line.
Hole in or other damage to wall in walk in freezer at floor line. Hole at floor in kitchen next to door.
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Lights not working in kitchen area.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Operator will replace.
The three compartment sink not set up in correct manner. Operator re-set up triple sink.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises: unused equipment in storage area.
Water leaking from pipe at hand washing sink near door.
Jul 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Provided Operator with the Food Reporting Agreement.
Bathroom facility in disrepair. Male bathroom not operating.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food, in bulk flour and salt. Operator removed item.
Food stored on floor in walk in freezer. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Plumbing system in disrepair at hand washing sink by exit in kitchen. Additional hand washing sink available at cook line. Operator has part ordered.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp in water, left to thaw. Operator removed and thawed correctly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at triple sink and on 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.