LOS CABOS CUBAN AND MEXICAN GRILL
2252 E BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY, Kissimmee FL 34744 · 407.978.6133
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
SEP 24
APR 25
JUL 25
AUG 25
JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor under hand sink located by three compartment sink. 1 live roach on pipe under three compartment sink. 1 egg sack
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $360
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019011328 | Jan 8, 2019 | Apr 9, 2019 | $360 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
2 High priority5 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw fish in walk in cooler Operator switched order
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. steamwell on expo line; shredded chicken (120F - Hot Holding); sauce (120F - Hot Holding) Items cooked 2 hours prior per operator
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cup and spoon inside of handwashing sink in server area Bucket of peppers inside handwashing sink at bar - operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sinks on cookline and in prep area near walk in cooler Operator stocked
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No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink in server area
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired as of 3-20-26
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water handles at handwashing sinks on expo line, on cookline, and at bar do not work
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several ceiling vents throughout kitchen
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door near employee restroom
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several missing and damaged tiles throughout kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in baseboard near dish machine
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer on fan unit
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler air curtains
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink near dish machine broken
Jul 28, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 20 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority5 Intermediate11 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. Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) both in kitchen and at bar
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw beef over raw fish in walk in cooler Operator switched order
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. steamwell on expo line; shredded chicken (120F - Hot Holding); sauce (120F - Hot Holding) Items cooked 2 hours prior per operator
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottle of bleach on dry storage shelf near expo line on top of sleeve of plastic cups Operator moved bleach bottle
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Cup and spoon inside of handwashing sink in server area Bucket of peppers inside handwashing sink at bar - operator removed
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sinks on cookline and in prep area near walk in cooler Operator stocked
No soap provided at handwash sink. At handwashing sink in server area
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. All expired as of 3-20-26
Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Hot water handles at handwashing sinks on expo line, on cookline, and at bar do not work
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Several inside of steamwell foods on cookline Operator removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. On cookline microwave Operator cleaned
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Several ceiling vents throughout kitchen
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Personal bag on dry storage shelf near expo line next to lemon cake mix and napkins Stuffed animal on dry storage shelf near walk in cooler on top of bags of tortillas
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several pans on clean dish shelf next to mop sink room
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door near employee restroom
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Several missing and damaged tiles throughout kitchen
Hole in or other damage to wall. Hole in baseboard near dish machine
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. In walk in freezer on fan unit
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Walk in cooler air curtains
Plumbing system in disrepair. Handwashing sink near dish machine broken
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority2 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. To go bags on top of rice in steamwell on cookline and in microwave holding cooked rice
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooked rice in steamwell 120F
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bleach and sanitizer on shelf over napkins and other single service items
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at beginning of cookline
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Soap dispenser at handwashing sink in server area
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Jacket, backpack on rack in server area with single service items
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Several throughout kitchen
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. No shields on walk in freezer and cooler lights
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Exit door in kitchen
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Shelving, sink and other items around back door
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Around warewashing area
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several throughout kitchen
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
5 High priority1 Intermediate13 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags holding tortillas and several steamwell items on cookline Operator removed
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over cooked pork in walk in cooler Operator switched order
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw salmon and raw steak in same pan in walk in cooler Operator removed
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. 6 salmon fillets in intact reduced oxygen packaging in walk in cooler fully thawed
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. rice heated 30 minutes prior per operator (110F - Hot Holding) held in steamwell on cookline Operator removed to reheat in oven
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed employee rinsing knives and knife sharpeners in handwashing sink in prep area near walk-in Operator spoke to employee and equipment was removed from sink
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. 6 salmon fillets in walk in cooler fully thawed, see stop sale
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. On make table on cookline
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Yogurt container and several tupperware containers in reach in cooler in server station
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on clean plates on cookline Operator removed
Equipment in poor repair. Several equipment gaskets throughout torn
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door near mop sink
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Around walk in freezer door frame
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At bar area handwashing sink Emailed operator sign
Plumbing system in disrepair. Hot water handle not working on handwashing sink on cookline
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Reach in cooler drawers under grill
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Handwashing sink in prep area near walk-in cooler
Stored food not covered. Cooked pork, raw beef, several other bins in walk in cooler
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Several on cookline
Jun 23, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags and lint roller on dry storage at wait staff area
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer left side door at cooks line,does not seal shut
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen has a huge gap
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. On cooks line
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employee bathroom. Emailed operator hand washing sign
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Pull out refrigerated drawers on cooks line
Stored food not covered. Black beans and chicken soup have no lids at wait staff area
Apr 14, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 19 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate13 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs stored over case of tomatillos in walk in cooler
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Thawing salmon in sealed individual bags not cut to allow oxygen to make contact with salmon before thawing,per manufacturer's guidelines
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards throughout kitchen
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand washing sink sink by triple sink blocked by large prep table that soiled dishes are stored on Hand wash sink at cooks line has a water hose attached and unable to wash hands
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. All hand washing sinks at facility except for employee bathroom
No plan review submitted and approved - bar area added. 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/. Facility is adding a bar,work is still in progress.Operator is to submit application,plans and menu to dhr.planreview@myfloridalicense.com
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Sugar and flour have bowls for scoops
Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Salmon in walk in cooler
Dumpster overflowing garbage.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bags and lint roller on dry storage at wait staff area
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed operator wash knives and store them on knife block without sanitizing. Educated operator and he placed at dish machine
Equipment in poor repair. Reach in freezer left side door at cooks line,does not seal shut
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen has a huge gap
Floors not maintained smooth and durable. On cooks line
Food stored on floor. Containers with beef and broth stored on floor of walk in cooler
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Top of interior of microwave at wait staff area
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employee bathroom. Emailed operator hand washing sign
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Pull out refrigerated drawers on cooks line
Stored food not covered. Black beans and chicken soup have no lids at wait staff area
Sep 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate10 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw salmon stored over cooked pork in walk in cooler
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw beef patties in containers stored over stuffed jalapeños in chest freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Milk and sour cream temping at 50F and 48F per operator milk was being used for employee coffee and was on counter and sour cream was because of a large order they were filling and had make table lid open
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Can of Raid spray stored under flat top grill at cooks line Operator moved can
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board on make table at cooks line
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink next to walk in cooler at prep area
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Black beans and cooked pork no date mark at walk in cooler
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Ceiling of walk in cooler
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Chips scooper at wait staff are stored under soap dispenser
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Spoons at wait staff area
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exit door at back of kitchen
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Floor at cooks line Stairs leading to dining area
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Case of chicken and containers with raw chicken stored on floor at walk in cooler
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At employee bathroom by exit door at back of kitchen
Stored food not covered. Platonos,french fries,wings at reach in freezer have no lids
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Hand wash sink at cooks line has hot water off due to faucet leaking
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt and flour stored in white containers on bottom shelf of prep table at prep area
Feb 13, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing, in wall located at kitchen entrance from bar, behind dish machine, behind three compartment sink, on mop area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Broken tiles in multiple areas of kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Hole in wall under hand sink located by three compartment sink.
Feb 6, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority3 Intermediate6 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.Dm chlorine 0 ppm
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Hand sink blocked by chest freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Cups, spoons, hose stored over and inside multiple hand sinks.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.No paper towels in any of the hand sinks in kitchen including employee bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Bowl use to scoop salsa in bar area, rice and oregano in kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing, in wall located at kitchen entrance from bar, behind dish machine, behind three compartment sink, on mop area.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Broken tiles in multiple areas of kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Hole in wall under hand sink located by three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Shelve under steam well by fryer have grease build up. Hood filters have grease build up
Feb 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 23 recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority3 Intermediate13 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Ground beef cooling overnight in walk in cooler with temperature of 50F.
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.Dm chlorine 0 ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken stored over empanada dough in walk in freezer. Raw burger meat stored over mozzarella sticks in chest freezer.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach on floor under hand sink located by three compartment sink. 1 live roach on pipe under three compartment sink. 1 egg sack
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Ground beef kept on walk in cooling since last night with temperature of 50F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lettuce and cheese kept on reach in cooler in cook line for less than 4 hrs with temperature of 60F. Ask manager to place in walk in cooler
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Chicken soup kept on steam well with temperature of 120F for less than 4 hrs. Reheat up to 165F.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.Hand sink blocked by chest freezer.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.Cups, spoons, hose stored over and inside multiple hand sinks.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.No paper towels in any of the hand sinks in kitchen including employee bathroom.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Bowl use to scoop salsa in bar area, rice and oregano in kitchen.
Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing, in wall located at kitchen entrance from bar, behind dish machine, behind three compartment sink, on mop area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on wall behind dish machine. 1 dead roach on floor at mop sinkarea
Employee eating while preparing food.Employee boiled eggs kept on prep table in we're they had food cooling.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Employee preparing food no hair net.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris.Debris all over the floors in kitchen.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Broken tiles in multiple areas of kitchen.
Hole in or other damage to wall.Hole in wall under hand sink located by three compartment sink.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Shelve under steam well by fryer have grease build up. Hood filters have grease build up
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Debris on reach in coolers and cooling drawers under flat top.
Standing water in floor drain/floor drain draining very slowly.Drain under dish machine overflowing. Employee unclogged. And dirty drain behind three compartment sink. Standing water on shelve under three compartment sink. Corrected On-SiteCorrected On-SiteWarning**
Aug 7, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 19 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority6 Intermediate13 Basic
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Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk. 2 door reach in cooler
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hose wrapped around sink. Hot water turned off. Operator turned water back on Sink by dishwasher blocked by table
Identity of food or food product misrepresented. Menu has red snapper on it. Invoice from US foods is lane snapper Operator corrected menus removed red from snapper
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine. Old chart faded
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef, pork and ground beef. Walk in cooler
Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. Cookline. Operator turned back on
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Kitchen
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Cook
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. By walk in cooler
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Cookline and in front of walk in
Food stored on floor. Salsa walk in cooler
Ice bucket/shovel stored not inverted
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Behind hand wash sink
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee bathroom in back
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Gaskets under counter reach in cooler Gaskets reach in freezer
Stored food not covered. Cooked beef, pork, and ground beef and salsa. Walk in cooler
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