LOS AMIGOS RESTAURANT
17 7TH AVE NE, Ruskin FL 33570 · 813-419-4921
Last inspected May 13, 2026 · 8 visits since October 2023
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5 inspections trending up, 29 points better than where it started.
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flies flying around in kitchen.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
4 cases · $1,520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026003442 | Dec 15, 2025 | Feb 26, 2026 | $600 |
| 3--2025040286 | Apr 29, 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 | $600 |
| 3--2025009324 | Dec 2, 2024 | Mar 13, 2025 | $160 |
| 3--2022031940 | May 2, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 | $160 |
Inspection history
8 visits, newest first
May 13, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 10 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 10 findingsThe state's own report →
Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Chlorine tested at 0 PPM. Employee readjusted chlorine to 50 PPM at time of inspection.
Vacuum breaker missing at 2 mop sink faucets.
Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Chlorine sanitizer at over 200 PPM. Employee readjusted chlorine to 100 PPM at time of inspection.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards inside establishment.
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Located next to mop sink. Employee provide a paper towel towels at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Located next to mop sink and in men's restroom. Employee provided soap at time of inspection.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Tape used on large reach in chest freezer lid.
Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Located on large reaching chest freezer next to walk-in cooler.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Two personal open beverages stored inside front counter reach in cooler over beverages for customers. Employee relocated all personal beverages to approved location at time of inspection.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Multiple squeeze bottles with sauces and liquids on front lines are not labeled.
Dec 15, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw pork in reach in cooler.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Employee washed hands in 3 compartment sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in kitchen.
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/. Plans submitted in 12/2024 and was denied 2/12/2025 due to lack of communication.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Handwash sink near mop sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drinks on prep table in kitchen. Employee removed.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Employee ice cream on food for establishment in reach in freezer.
Apr 29, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate9 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed employee work with raw meat and touched roll of paper towels without changing gloves and washing hands.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 59 F- retell 52 F, beef 63 F- retell 43 F, milk 51 F in reach in cooler next to door. Employee placed beef in reach in freezer.
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/. Plans submitted in 12/2024 and was denied 2/12/2025 due to lack of communication.
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. No proof of employee training.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink in kitchen, employee replaced at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice in walk in cooler and reach in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers next to 3 compartment sink and cups next to ice machine wet nesting.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer across from walk in cooler in disrepair.
Food stored on floor. Container of chips on floor, employee removed at time of inspection.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knife between reach in coolers.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. Plastic spoons not all facing the same direction.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Leaking pipe under 3 compartment sink, employee placed large pot under pipe to catch the water.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket tested 0 ppm chlorine, employee remade tested 100 ppm chlorine.
Dec 2, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 18 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate9 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over raw milk in reach in cooler. Employee removed at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk 45 F, beef 45 F in reach in cooler next to prep table.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner on shelf with seasoning.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Employee washed hands in a sink other than an approved handwash sink. Observed employee wash hands in 3 compartment sink.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Employee replaced paper towels at time 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 http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. No plans submitted.
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. No proof of employee training.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice in reach in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile above walk in cooler.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on top of ice machine.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Chest freezer door in poor repair.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Scoop handle in ice in ice machine.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. Sanitizer bucket on shelf with seasonings.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of salt not labeled.
Mar 21, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 16 violations recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over milk in reach in cooler, operator removed at time of inspection.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 49 F- retemp 47F, beef 50 F- retemp 43F, milk 47 F, potatoes 47 F- retemp 43F, in reach in cooler. Operator placed on ice in walk in cooler.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Chemical spray bottles next to sauces.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink in kitchen, employee replaced at time 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/. Ice machine relocated to kitchen, storage room is now a walk in cooler, and a trailer is located out back with single service items.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwash sink in kitchen, employee replaced at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Rice in reach in cooler not date marked.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover not over drain in mop sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag above prep table.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to ice machine.
Food stored on floor. Salsa on floor in walk in cooler.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwash sink in kitchen.
Dec 20, 2023Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 11 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner stored next to sugar.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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/. Ice machine relocated to kitchen, storage room is now a walk in cooler, and a trailer is located out back with single service items.
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Plastic chipping on reach in cooler shelving. Gaskets torn on reach in cooler. Side of chest freezer broken.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between reach in coolers, operator removed at time of inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in woman's restroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table, operator removed at time of inspection.
Oct 23, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner stored next to sugar.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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/. Ice machine relocated to kitchen, storage room is now a walk in cooler, and a trailer is located out back with single service items.
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.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tamales and beef in walk in cooler not date marked. Chicken in reach in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Plastic chipping on reach in cooler shelving. Gaskets torn on reach in cooler. Side of chest freezer broken.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic containers broken.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between reach in coolers, operator removed at time of inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in woman's restroom.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table, operator removed at time of inspection.
Oct 20, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 27 recorded, 6 high priority.
6 High priority7 Intermediate14 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed 3 flies flying around in kitchen.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over milk in walk in cooler. Operator removed at time of inspection.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw pork in walk in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold hold milk 46F, chicken 45F, horchata 43-44F placed into chest freezer reached 39-43F.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cleaner stored next to sugar.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
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. Sent to operator at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at hand wash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced at time 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/. Ice machine relocated to kitchen, storage room is now a walk in cooler, and a trailer is located out back with single service items.
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.
No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at handwash sink in kitchen. Operator replaced at time of inspection.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tamales and beef in walk in cooler not date marked. Chicken in reach in cooler not date marked.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice machine.
Ceiling tile missing. Ceiling tile missing above walk in cooler.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tile in disrepair above 3 Compartment Sink.
Drain cover(s) missing. Drain cover not over drain in mop sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink above prep table.operator removed at time of inspection.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to ice machine.
Equipment in poor repair. Plastic chipping on reach in cooler shelving. Gaskets torn on reach in cooler. Side of chest freezer broken.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Plastic containers broken.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Knives between reach in coolers, operator removed at time of inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign in woman's restroom.
Single-service articles improperly stored. Single service on floor in storage trailer.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on prep table, operator removed at time of inspection.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Sanitizer bucket tested 0 ppm, operator remade tested 50 ppm chlorine.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Container of sugar not labeled, operator labeled at time of inspection.
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.