LA NOPALERA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
8206 PHILIPS HWY STE 29, Jacksonville FL 32256 · 904-982-4557
Last inspected Aug 25, 2026 · 27 visits since August 2023
FEB 25
AUG 25
APR 26
JUN 26
AUG 26
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5 inspections, swinging between D and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on counter in women's restroom. Killed and discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $1,000
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5--2026038785 | Apr 15, 2026 | Jun 25, 2026 | $600 |
| 5--2017013221 | Mar 16, 2017 | Apr 6, 2017 | $400 |
Inspection history
27 visits, newest first
Aug 25, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority4 Intermediate10 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 20 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands. Food service employee retuned form rear outside storage and began work without washing hands. Manager intervened.
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Food service employee put on gloves without washing hands.. Manager intervened.
Employee handled soiled equipment or utensils and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Dishwasher handled cleaned dishware after dirty dishware without washing hands. Manager intervened.
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Establishment Dish machine is only used for washing and rinsing. Sanitizing cycle not functioning. Dishware not sanitized in Three compartment sink. Manager intervened, had employee bring back dishware and sanitize them 100 ppm chlorine.
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Drawer Cooler : beef 51°. Chicken ° cut tomato 52°. Chicken 51°. Placed about 1 hr ago from prep. Items iced down. Items in walk in cooler : Raw beef 45°. Raw chicken 45°. Raw pork 45°. Beans 45°. Some items iced down. Some moved to other cooler. Per Person In Charge. Door broke earlier today. Service company on way.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked pork on top of oven 90°. Moved by manager to cooler. Placed about 11 am.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at various kitchen/wait-station Hand Wash Sinks.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at various kitchen/wait-station Hand Wash Sinks.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled chemical spray bottle at kitchen and wait-station. All purpose cleaner.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. No hot water at various Hand Wash Sinks.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.soiled deflector plate to interior of ice machine located : wait-station.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Soiled exterior of equipment including handles to coolers.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee beverage container on top of prep table. Moved by manager.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag, clothing by restaurant food items. Rack.
Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler door in disrepair. Hanging on one hinge. Does not close.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Standing water on floor by rear freezer and bar area.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Loose, torn insulation to cooler gaskets. Prep line.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Soiled interior base of drawer coolers.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Tomatoes not washed before prep. Manager intervened.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak at Three compartment sink faucet.
Jun 18, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Triple sink in use with chlorine at 0ppm, person in charge remade to 50ppm. Also, observed employee rinsing dishes after sanitizing. Person in charge coached employee who began rewashing dishes.
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One can of tomatoes with sharp dent along seam.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Establishment observed preparing, serving, or selling food to customers with an expired license. License expired 6.1.26. Person in charge renewed during inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. In walk in cooler raw chicken stored on case of raw beef. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. On paint, chemical stored on bag in box soda in back hallway. Person in charge removed.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizing bleach and quatanery ammonium for sanitizing, unable to provide test strips.
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. One employee on duty with expired training 1.2026.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water shut off at beginning of inspection. Person in charge turned on and is hot by end of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at server area wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed rust on interior top of ice machine. Also, observed exposed insulation at reach in freezer in back prep area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on multiple areas of the floor in kitchen. Also, ceiling tiles missing in corner to left of reach in freezer in galley prep area. Also, ceiling vent missing in kitchen, several vents with dust accumulated.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed two pairs of tongs on handle at oven in kitchen. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed whole heads of lettuce cut directly from packages. Also, observed sticker still on cut lemon in server garnish tray. Person in charge coached employee who began washing lettuce, removed lemon.
Apr 21, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 17, 2026Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Establishment has no hot water at time of inspection. Hot water is turned off, cold water only reaches 78F.
Apr 17, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 2 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in unused oven under cooktop. Person in charge unable to kill.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Establishment has no hot water at time of inspection. Hot water is turned off, cold water only reaches 78F.
Apr 16, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in unused oven under cooktop. Person in charge unable to kill.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawers under cookline chicken, beef, beef 47-50F. Person in charge states had doors open frequently. Person in charge iced items down. Salsa at server line in large container at 47F. Observed low level of ice around container. Person in charge added more ice. In walk in cooler cheese, chicken 44F. Person in charge states has been in and out frequently. Inspector observed hinge broken on door. Other items in unit 41-43F.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Establishment has no hot water at time of inspection. Hot water is turned off, cold water only reaches 78F.
Apr 15, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 12 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go bag used in direct contact with raw bacon and shrimp in reach in freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In walk in cooler container with raw fish stored over case of milk. In reach in freezer raw shrimp and bacon no longer commercially packaged stored over cheesecake. Person in charge began rearranging.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in unused oven under cooktop. Person in charge unable to kill.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed wastewater backing up from floor drain under triple sink in bar, pooling at small circular drain in front of frozen margarita machines. Person in charge began vacuuming during inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawers under cookline chicken, beef, beef 47-50F. Person in charge states had doors open frequently. Person in charge iced items down. Salsa at server line in large container at 47F. Observed low level of ice around container. Person in charge added more ice. In walk in cooler cheese, chicken 44F. Person in charge states has been in and out frequently. Inspector observed hinge broken on door. Other items in unit 41-43F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzle in bar with debris accumulation. Staining observed in interior ice machine.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Probe thermometer is at 22F in ice water. Person in charge calibrated during inspection.
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Establishment has no hot water at time of inspection. Hot water is turned off, cold water only reaches 78F.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing in storage area off of cookline. Tiles on floor with damage/ missing around floor drain under triple sink in bar. Wall with water damage and standing water under dish pit area, triple sink. Leak observed in dining room ceiling leaking into catch bucket at time of inspection. Person in charge states is from AC.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at server line wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed wire basket used at cookline with frayed edges. Also, bottom hinge to walk in cooler door disconnected.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water and debris accumulated in keg cooler at bar area
Aug 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 4, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed canister of whipped cream stored in drink ice in the ice machine. Person in charge removed.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on counter in women's restroom. Killed and discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed canister of whipped cream stored in drink ice in the ice machine. Person in charge removed. Also, observed two shell eggs in walk in cooler with cracked shells.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. In drawers on cook line chicken, steak, steak 46-50F. Observed drawers not fully closed during inspection. Person in charge added ice to items, closed drawers fully. At server area salsa on ice at 55F. Small amount of ice observed in tub. Person in charge added ice.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed spray bottle with purple chemical stored hanging on shelf with nozzle facing condiments. Person in charge removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at cook line hand wash sink. Also, missing soap at main men's restroom hand wash sink. Person in charge began replacing.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed staining, mold like substance on interior of ice machine. Also, makeline cutting boards with staining. Also, soda nozzle at bar with mold like substance buildup.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups at server line wet nesting.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Observed standing water on the floor in the sever area, in the bar. Ceiling tiles over walk in cooler missing. Missing ceiling tile in hallway with reach in freezer/ dry storage.
In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed tongs in several raw meat products with handles touching meat.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Case of to go containers stored on floor in server area. Person in charge raised.
Apr 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 11, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Water for establishment at 78F during inspection. Working with contractor to repair.
Feb 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Feb 10, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
5 High priority4 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. Dishmachine at front line testing at 0ppm. Person in charge will utilize triple sink.
Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Observed employee handle raw steak and place on grill with gloves hands, then handle container of ready to eat seasoning with same gloves. Person in charge spoke to employee who removed gloves and washed hands.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken stored over raw pork in walk in cooler, person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa from reach in cooler on ice at server station less than 2 hours ago at 47F. Person in charge added ice around container. Pork sitting out in container in kitchen brought from walk in cooler per person in charge less than 1 hour ago at 63F. Beans held in pan on shelf above cookline at 100F. Person in charge states brought out of walk in cooler to utilize on line. Out less than 4 hours. Person in charge moved to reach in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical sprays stored with liquor bottles in office. Chemical spray stored in server area with food products, stored on shelf with nozzle facing condiment bottles at server area. In back hallway pesticide stored with drink mixes. Person in charge began moving to appropriate location.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink not accessible to employees at far cookline due to leaking onto ground. Person in charge added catch bucket during inspection. Fixed far cookline during inspection.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Ice observed in server line hand wash sink.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Water for establishment at 78F during inspection. Working with contractor to repair.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of received time/temperature control for safety food. Observed employee accept food delivery without taking temperatures of time/temperature control for safety food products
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine with mold like substance/ rust buildup.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing in back kitchen over walk in cooler, also at hallway with silver reach in cooler. Floors with cracked tiles where fryer is located, around drain in cookline. Standing water on floor in bar area.
Dead roaches on premises. One dead roach observed in right sided oven. One dead roach observed on ground near silver double door reach in freezer.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed rusty screw on right side of ice machine.
Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). Opened containers of single service items stored outside back door in hallway that opens to outside. Not fully enclosed.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly. Standing water in dishmachine floor drain. May overflow if in use. Person in charge fixed during inspection.
Stored food not covered. Taco shells in bus tubs on shelf in kitchen uncovered. Chile rellenos in reach in freezer uncovered.
Jan 7, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Dec 16, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Dec 4, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Nov 25, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Nov 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Nov 12, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in server area. Observed one flying insects in back kitchen area. Observed approximately 10-15 flying insects in back hallway storage area with is not enclosed to the outside where trash/ single serve items/ and produce delivery was observed during inspection. Observed flying insects landing on unwashed produce.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on shelving in dry storage hallway. Person in charge killed and discarded. Also, observed one live roach in oven not in use on cook line. Person in charge unable to reach.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 9 dead roaches in oven not in use on cook line. Person in charge cleaned and discarded during inspection.
Nov 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate1 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in server area. Observed one flying insects in back kitchen area. Observed approximately 10-15 flying insects in back hallway storage area with is not enclosed to the outside where trash/ single serve items/ and produce delivery was observed during inspection. Observed flying insects landing on unwashed produce.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on shelving in dry storage hallway. Person in charge killed and discarded. Also, observed one live roach in oven not in use on cook line. Person in charge unable to reach.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa and whipped cream stored in front server cooler at 46-53F overnight per person in charge. Ambient temperature of unit 44F during inspection. Observed ice buildup in back of unit. In drawers under cook line, beef, chicken 50-53F person in charge states moved from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Person in charge moved to reach in freezer.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizing bleach at triple sink per person in charge for sanitizing, unable to provide 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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 9 dead roaches in oven not in use on cook line. Person in charge cleaned and discarded during inspection.
Nov 5, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 24 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority5 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle personal phone, then don gloves without hand wash. Also, observed employee go from dirty equipment to handle clean exterior of food product without gloves change and hand wash. Person in charge spoke to employees, who removed gloves and washed hands.
Food placed on soiled container/equipment. Observed employee cooking tortillas chips with case of tortilla chips stored on in use trash container. Person in charge had employee remove.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed two flying insects in server area. Observed one flying insects in back kitchen area. Observed approximately 10-15 flying insects in back hallway storage area with is not enclosed to the outside where trash/ single serve items/ and produce delivery was observed during inspection. Observed flying insects landing on unwashed produce.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In reach in cooler raw beef stored over ready to eat salsa. Person in charge moved to appropriate location.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach on shelving in dry storage hallway. Person in charge killed and discarded. Also, observed one live roach in oven not in use on cook line. Person in charge unable to reach.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Salsa and whipped cream stored in front server cooler at 46-53F overnight per person in charge. Ambient temperature of unit 44F during inspection. Observed ice buildup in back of unit.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa and whipped cream stored in front server cooler at 46-53F overnight per person in charge. Ambient temperature of unit 44F during inspection. Observed ice buildup in back of unit. In drawers under cook line, beef, chicken 50-53F person in charge states moved from walk in cooler less than 4 hours ago. Person in charge moved to reach in freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employees filling buckets, dumping water in hand wash sink during inspection.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Establishment has no hot water during inspection, only reaching 79-80F during inspection at all sinks.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Establishment utilizing bleach at triple sink per person in charge for sanitizing, unable to provide 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/. Establishment is utilizing hallway behind restaurant that opens to the outside/ not fully enclosed to store single service items, not indicated on plans.
Probe thermometer not accurate within plus or minus 2 degrees Fahrenheit. Thermometer person in charge provided at 20F in ice water. Person in charge provided another thermometer at 32F in ice water.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice machine with mold like substance buildup. Also, can opener with debris buildup.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 9 dead roaches in oven not in use on cook line. Person in charge cleaned and discarded during inspection.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Several opened employee drinks stored on prep table next to fliptop. Person in charge removed.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook in kitchen with no hair restraint working with food.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floors outside back door where produce deliveries are dropped off and single service items stored with debris buildup, red liquid observed on floor. Also, floors under fryers and oven with grease buildup. Also, walls and floors under triple sink and around mop sink with mold like substance buildup. Also, standing water observed on floor under tea urn storage in server area. Also, standing water on floor from clean water observed leaking from hose connected to mop sink. Also, ceiling tile and ceiling vent missing in back kitchen.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Dust buildup observed on fan in back two door reach in cooler.
Outer openings not protected during operation and vermin and/or environmental cross contamination present. Observed back door open to not fully enclosed to outdoors hallway pit back of establishment. Flying insects observed in establishment at time of inspection.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Tools stored with/ over/ alongside bar drink mixes in back hallway by restrooms.
Stored food not covered. Several food items stored uncovered in reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef thawing at room temperature in kitchen. Person in charge moved to reach in cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Shelving in walk in cooler rusted, boards not smooth and easily cleanable at edges.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak observed at faucet at triple sink, at mop sink. Also, slight leak under triple sink.
Observed scorch marks around electrical outlet. For reporting purposes only. Observed black scorch marks on outlet face and old prong stuck in electrical outlet by bulk dry good storage in hallway with double door reach in cooler/ freezer.
Feb 1, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 22, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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/. Establishment has added food storage outside of back door in a covered hallway that cannot be fully closed as it is open on one end. Observed table, dry goods, linens, loose onions in area.
Jan 17, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. No hot water in establishment during inspection. Water only reaches 74F. Person in charge states has new hot water heater on order.
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/. Establishment has added food storage outside of back door in a covered hallway that cannot be fully closed as it is open on one end. Observed table, dry goods, linens, loose onions in area.
Jan 16, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 26 violations recorded, 5 high priority.
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Food placed on soiled container/equipment. Observed employee frying tortilla shells with tray placed on trash can. Person in charge removed.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. In stand up reach in cooler raw chicken wings stored over prepped lettuce. Chicken wings moved to appropriate location.
Sewage/wastewater backing up through floor drains. Observed waste water backed up in floor drain under dishmachine. Establishment will utilize triple sink until drain can be fixed. Person in charge states called plumber.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Beans in kitchen sitting out on shelf above cookline at 50F. Person in charge states came from walk in. Began reheating.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles with chemicals hanging on shelf with nozzle directed toward condiment bottles. Also, in outside storage, bleach stored vinegar used for food prep per person in charge. In back hallway, can of raid stored on bottled beer. In back hallway container of winded stored on daiquiri mix.
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. No written plan available during inspection. Emailed to operator.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Clean cutting boards with black debris buildup observed. Also, mold like substance observed in ice machine on deflector plate.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee filling pan at hand wash sink in kitchen. Observed coffee filter in hand wash sink at server area. Person in charge removed.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. No hot water in establishment during inspection. Water only reaches 74F. Person in charge states has new hot water heater on order.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Person in charge unable to provide test strips for chlorine dishmachine.
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/ No CFM present with 4+ food employees on site. Manager arrived by end of inspection.
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/. Establishment has added food storage outside of back door in a covered hallway that cannot be fully closed as it is open on one end. Observed table, dry goods, linens, loose onions in area.
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. Some employees on duty unable to provide proof of informed of reporting responsibilities.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Multiple time/temperature control for safety items in walk in cooler not properly date marked, utilizing December date.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tiles missing over walk in cooler. Also multiple tiles porous.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed two dead roaches on top of dishmachine. One on ground under dishmachine.
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 can stored on prep table. Person in charge discarded.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups at server station wet nesting. Also, cups at bar wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed spatula with melted handle, missing pieces on spatula. Observed tape used to repair shelves in walk in cooler. Ice bucket with cracked bottom, missing pieces. Deflector plate in ice machine broken missing piece.
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Outside back door, canned goods, loose onion, food products stored under covered access to back doors. Opening at end of hall with no way to fully close.
Food stored on floor. Bucket of salsa, magarita mix stored on floor in walk in cooler, bar area. Person in charge raised. Also, multiple items in reach in freezer, walk in cooler uncovered. Person in charge began covering.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Lava bowls used to serve molcajete. Not easily cleanable due to porous nature.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Missing hand wash sign from sink by cookline.
Storage of maintenance equipment/tools in areas that may result in cross contamination of food, equipment, utensils, linens and/or single-service and single-use articles. Observed skill saw, hand saw, other tools stored over drink syrups in back hallway.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leak observed under triple sink when in use. Person in charge placed catch bucket.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple buckets of sugar and salt unlabeled, person in charge labeled.
Aug 2, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Aug 1, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands - food was not being heated as a sole ingredient to 145 degrees F or immediately added to other ingredients to be cooked/heated to the minimum required temperature to allow bare hand contact. Establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Employee making a taco salad used bare hands to grab cheese to place on salad. Cheese was not being cooked or heated. Establishment doesn't have an approved alternative operating procedure. Discussed with employee. Employee washed hands and placed on gloves.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. raw shrimp (46F - Cold Holding); raw beef (47F - Cold Holding); raw chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler drawers below grill. Observed drawers not fully closed and hot air coming from grill above. Operator placed bags of ice on foods and discussed with employee to ensure drawers stay fully closed. Retemped items at end of inspection and temps dropped 2-3F degrees
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. Operator unable to provide written procedures for clean up events. Distributed Training material during this inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on reach-in cooler across from fryer soiled/ stained.
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/ More than four employees working without a CFM present during this inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on bottom shelf in front service area. Operator labeled spray bottle of window cleaner. Also, one Unlabeled Spray bottle containing toxic substance stored on shelf in warewashing area.. Operator labeled spray bottles of cleaners.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Interior of ice bin and white deflector plate in ice bin soiled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowl without handle used to dispense sugar in prep area. Operator removed bowl.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling above walk-in-cooler n disrepair/ multiple ceiling tiles missing/ one tile hanging
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. Two door reach-in cooler in prep area next to reach in freezer unable to maintain temperature of 41F and below. Ambient temperature 50F. Observed water leaking at pipe and standing water in bottom of cooler. Operator removed TCS foods and placed in walk-in-cooler to chill.
Equipment or utensils not designed or constructed in a durable manner. Deflector plate in large ice bin cracked/ chipped around bolt
Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. Can goods and misc boxed foods stored outside back door area that is not fully enclosed.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Standing water in reach-in cooler in prep area next to reach in freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw shrimp and beef being thawed at prep table in standing water. Discussed with operator.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple containers of white substance in prep area not identified. Operator labeled buckets of sugar.
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