LA MICHOACANA OF ARCADIA INC
916 E OAK ST, Arcadia FL 34266 · 786-999-9801
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 8 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. 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. Inspector provided handout via email at inspection.
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Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottles of medicine above reach in freezer in food preparation area, operator moved.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed food debris in hand washing sink towards front of kitchen.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no towels at hand washing sink in women's bathroom.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cups of lime, strawberry, cotton candy, and mango prepared onsite on Saturday and not date marked or labeled.
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Food stored on floor. Observed a couple of cases of bagged Hersey candy on the floor in the back of kitchen next to the reach in freezer, operator picked up.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup up in a couple of reach in freezers in back of kitchen.
Open dumpster lid.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed employee drinks in reach in cooler, operator moved.
Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Observed tin foil used as a cover torn in back of kitchen.
Oct 22, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 18, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw bacon over strawberries in the reach in cooler, operator moved.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed bleach with the pineapple juice, operator moved.
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 four employees with no certified food manager present.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink at front counter.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed a pan of ceviche on prep table, operator explained it is the employees food, operator removed.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Observed floor soiled with food debris.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Observed water bottles on the floor in kitchen.
Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid open/broken. Observed garbage can outside without a lid.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed several reach in freezers with ice buildup in the kitchen.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave with an accumulation of food debris in it.
Open dumpster lid.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Observed walls throughout kitchen soiled with food debris.
Jan 29, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed a bin and cord stored in the handwashing sink in the kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Observed limes stored on the floor in the walk in cooler.
Nov 1, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Nov 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Garbage can used to store rice.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed our cream (70F - Cold Holding); condensed milk (51F - Cold Holding)held on counter since 1100am.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed nacho cheese sauce (119F - Hot Holding) overfilled in hot hold container. Operator stirred to more evenly promoate heating to 135F or hotter throughout.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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. Inspector provided handout via email at inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed handsink at middle prep area beside blender station used as prep sink as evidenced by heavy food particles in sink.
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. Inspector provided handout at inspection via email.
Food storage container for time/temperature control for safety food not cleaned after being emptied prior to refilling. Observed heavy debris buildup on plastic bulk containers of rice and sugar at kitchen.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout at inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handsink at blender station.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Observed large container of plastic forks with handles not all facing same direction.
Stored food not covered. Observed melons in walk-in cooler cut and left uncovered.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Operator hung mops.
Oct 18, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority4 Intermediate1 Basic
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Observed: 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/ Establishment open and operating serving food to the public with no license. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. Inspector provided handout via email. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed prep area with ice machine located on left side of establishment with no handsink available. No handsink at middle area where warewash takes place. No handsink at area where shakes and fruits are cut and open food reach in coolers are located. No handsink at front counter where ice cream is dipped and toppings are added and nachos are prepared with hot cheese and open salsa. At inspection no designated handsink within the establishment. Operator repurposed a sink at the center prep station by removing the water filter and adding provisions of hand towels. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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 6 employees onsite and working with no manager on duty. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Inspector provided handout via email. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout via email. Priority: Basic
Aug 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Observed: 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/ Establishment open and operating serving food to the public with no license. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Hose attached to dipperwell faucet eliminating required air gap. Priority: High Priority
Observed: Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed walk-in cooler farmington cheddar cheese sausage 5 lbs (55F - Cold Holding); gallon milk (54F - Cold Holding); shake mix 2 cases (54F - Cold Holding); state fair corn dogs 2 lbs (56F - Cold Holding); cut watermelon (47F - Cold Holding); processes strawberries (54F - Cold Holding) see stop sale. Ice was added to Fresca juice water, 74F cold holding., which had been made fresh this morning in order to quickly cool to 41F within 4 hours. All other TCS foods in walk-in cooler discarded. see stop sale. Priority: High Priority
Observed: 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. Inspector provided handout via email. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Observed prep area with ice machine located on left side of establishment with no handsink available. No handsink at middle area where warewash takes place. No handsink at area where shakes and fruits are cut and open food reach in coolers are located. No handsink at front counter where ice cream is dipped and toppings are added and nachos are prepared with hot cheese and open salsa. At inspection no designated handsink within the establishment. Operator repurposed a sink at the center prep station by removing the water filter and adding provisions of hand towels. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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 6 employees onsite and working with no manager on duty. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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 https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Observed new establishment open and operating with no plan on file with Division of Hotels and Restaurants. No license on file. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: No proof of required state approved employee training provided for employee hired more than 60 days ago. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: 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. Inspector provided handout via email. Priority: Intermediate
Observed: Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Observed clean knives stored in crack between wall and 3 bay sink. Priority: Basic
Observed: No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Inspector provided handout via email. Priority: Basic
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.