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LOS MAGUEYES MEXICAN RESTAURANT OF BEVERLY HILLS INC

3887 N LECANTO HWY, Beverly Hills FL 34465 · 352-638-5658

Last inspected Sep 29, 2025 · 12 visits since August 2023

Licence typeRestaurant
Seats170
Risk levelRisk Level 2
LicenceSEA1900987
Grade history
MAY 24
OCT 24
APR 25
SEP 25
SEP 25
▲ GETTING WORSE

5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.

Worst finding on record
5 live small flying insects found in warewashing area and in wait station area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
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Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →

Disciplinary actions

2 cases · $360

CaseViolation dateFinal orderAmount
3--2025074441Sep 16, 2025Oct 29, 2025$200
3--2025013129Jan 10, 2025Mar 18, 2025$160

Inspection history

12 visits, newest first

Sep 29, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ For Enefren Rios Martinez through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals expired on 08/12/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Time Extended/Return visit Sep 29, 2025 · Time Extended
Sep 17, 2025Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.

1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 5 findings ▾
5 live small flying insects found in warewashing area and in wait station area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · 2 live flies observed in dry storage area Time Extended
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ For Enefren Rios Martinez through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals expired on 08/12/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in warewashing area has greywater leaking from damaged ceiling with a dead squirrel in ceiling. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area and blocked off handwash sink until ceiling is repaired.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Hand wash sink was not blocked off at beginning of the inspection. Ceiling in hand wash sink area still leaking. Had operator block off area Time Extended
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair in prep room and dishwashing area due to a roof leak. Operator stated the landlord is going to repair. Ceiling leaking greywater at time of inspection.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Time Extended
Dead squirrel present in ceiling in warewashing area it's greywater leaking from ceiling into handwash sink area. Operator removed dead squirrel, cleaned, and sanitized area and sectioned off area.
Basic/35A-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint/Return visit Sep 17, 2025 · Squirrel has been removed. Time Extended
Sep 16, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
Show 7 findings ▾
5 live small flying insects found in warewashing area and in wait station area.
High priority/35A-02-7/Admin Complaint
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over washed and cut ready-to-eat vegetables in two door vertical reach-in cooler off cook line. Employee corrected.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ For Enefren Rios Martinez through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals expired on 08/12/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Repeat Violation/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in warewashing area has greywater leaking from damaged ceiling with a dead squirrel in ceiling. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized area and blocked off handwash sink until ceiling is repaired.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Warning
1 dead roach on premises near hallway of kitchen/dining area. Operator removed, cleaned, and sanitized.
Basic/35A-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair in prep room and dishwashing area due to a roof leak. Operator stated the landlord is going to repair. Ceiling leaking greywater at time of inspection.
Basic/36-32-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Dead squirrel present in ceiling in warewashing area it's greywater leaking from ceiling into handwash sink area. Operator removed dead squirrel, cleaned, and sanitized area and sectioned off area.
Basic/35A-20-4/Corrected On-Site/Admin Complaint
Sep 16, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ For Enefren Rios Martinez through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals expired on 08/12/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning/Return visit Sep 16, 2025 · Time Extended
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair in prep room and dishwashing area due to a roof leak. Operator stated the landlord is going to repair.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning/Return visit Sep 16, 2025 · Observed same damage at time of callback inspection. Area was dripping into handwash sink in warewashing area at time of callback inspection. Time Extended
Sep 4, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.

3 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs stored over washed and cut ready-to-eat vegetables in two door vertical reach-in cooler off cook line. Employee corrected.
High priority/08A-05-6/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed Whipped Cream (49F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Ambient Air Temperature); Sour Cream (47F - Cold Holding); Queso (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Corn (49F - Cold Holding); Housemade Salsa (49F - Cold Holding); Pico (49F - Cold Holding); Queso Fresca (51F - Cold Holding); Buttermilk (50F - Cold Holding); Refried Beans (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (58F - Cold Holding); and Black Beans (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler with items stored in cooler overnight with a last known temperature not taken. The back of the fans were frozen over. Operator contacted service technician. Issued stop sale.
High priority/01B-02-5/Warning
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Whipped Cream (49F - Cold Holding); Raw Shell Eggs (47F - Ambient Air Temperature); Sour Cream (47F - Cold Holding); Queso (47F - Cold Holding); Cooked Corn (49F - Cold Holding); Housemade Salsa (49F - Cold Holding); Pico (49F - Cold Holding); Queso Fresca (51F - Cold Holding); Buttermilk (50F - Cold Holding); Refried Beans (49F - Cold Holding); Cooked Beef (58F - Cold Holding); Cooked Pork (58F - Cold Holding); and Black Beans (50F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler with items stored in cooler overnight with a last known temperature not taken. The back of the fans were frozen over. Operator contacted service technician. Issued stop sale.
High priority/03A-02-5/Repeat Violation/Warning
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ For Enefren Rios Martinez through National Registry of Food Safety Professionals expired on 08/12/2025.
Intermediate/53A-03-7/Warning
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair in prep room and dishwashing area due to a roof leak. Operator stated the landlord is going to repair.
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
May 2, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler (box of tomatoes).
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in keg cooler in bar area.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Warning/Return visit May 2, 2025 · Time Extended
Apr 28, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.

1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - Observed Shredded Cheese (54F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (51F - Cold Holding); Pico (54F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (56F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler on cook line. - Observed Housemade Salsa (50F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (57F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (59F - Cold Holding); Pico (57F - Hot Holding) in wait station off side entrance to kitchen near warewashing room. Items had been in coolers for less than 4 hours. Moved to walk-in cooler for rapid cooling.
High priority/03A-02-5/Corrective Action Taken/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Crate blocking handwash sink in dishmachine area and path to handwash sink on line blocked with buckets. Employee removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Food stored on floor in walk-in cooler (box of tomatoes).
Basic/08B-38-4/Repeat Violation/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler in keg cooler in bar area.
Basic/29-49-6/Repeat Violation/Warning
Jan 10, 2025Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation

Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded.

0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 1 finding ▾
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/. Dish machine moved to opposite wall in 3 compartment sink area. Coffee/tea area no longer there, replaced with reach in freezers. Steam tables in cook like area moved to wall under service window.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning/Return visit Jan 10, 2025 · Discussed with Lola in plan review who stated plans have not been received. Admin Complaint
Oct 29, 2024Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation

Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded, 2 high priority.

2 High priority3 Intermediate5 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. 0ppm, operator primed machine and fixed lines. Recheck 100ppm
High priority/22-41-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee swept floor in cook line area, changed gloves without hand wash. Discussed with manager who had employee wash hands.
High priority/12A-29-4/Warning
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Hand wash sink in cook like area blocked with bucket on crate. Operator removed.
Intermediate/31A-09-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
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/. Dish machine moved to opposite wall in 3 compartment sink area. Coffee/tea area no longer there, replaced with reach in freezers. Steam tables in cook like area moved to wall under service window.
Intermediate/51-16-7/Warning
No soap or paper towels provided at handwash sink in cook line area. Operator had employee stock items.
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site/Warning
Ceiling shows damage or is in disrepair. In dish machine area
Basic/36-32-5/Warning
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee meal and beverage on prep table in cook line area.
Basic/12B-02-4/Warning
Food stored on floor. Ground beef, avocados and tomatoes in walk in cooler
Basic/08B-38-4/Warning
Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Multiple cloths in prep area
Basic/21-10-4/Warning
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Keg cooler in bar area
Basic/29-49-6/Warning
May 6, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice buckets in ice machine area
Basic/24-05-4
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Dessert freezer in server area
Basic/14-69-4
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Energy drink in reach in cooler in cook line
Basic/12B-13-4
Stored food not covered. Raw beef in reach in freezer
Basic/08B-12-5
Nov 13, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection

Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.

1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef stored over unwashed corn, operator removed
High priority/08A-04-5/Corrected On-Site/Repeat Violation
Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided operator with DBPR HR Form 5030-104
Intermediate/11-27-4/Repeat Violation
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/
Intermediate/53A-05-6/Repeat Violation
No soap provided at handwash sink on cooks Line. Operator replaced
Intermediate/31B-03-4/Corrected On-Site
Ceiling/ceiling tile in dry storage shows damage or is in disrepair and staining
Basic/36-32-5
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. Seating license displayed expired 02-01-2023
Basic/50-09-4
Food stored on floor. Onions on floor in dry storage. Operator removed
Basic/08B-38-4/Corrected On-Site
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed
Basic/10-20-4/Corrected On-Site
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Shield missing in dry storage
Basic/38-07-4
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -area behind nozzles on soda fountain soiled
Basic/23-03-4
Reach-in cooler drawers on cooks line, freezer in storage area interior/shelves/gaskets have accumulation of soil residues.
Basic/22-16-4
Stored food not covered. Cut, frozen beef not covered in reach in freezer in storage area. Operator covered
Basic/08B-12-5/Corrected On-Site
Aug 4, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection

A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.

0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic

This record follows the licence, not the owner. Restaurants change hands and the licence history normally does not, so an older entry may describe people who no longer run the place. Every inspection above links to the state's own report. Something wrong? Tell us.