LOS MARIACHIS BAR & GRILL
3941 TAMIAMI TRL #3131, Punta Gorda FL 33950 · 941-205-8905
Last inspected Jul 30, 2026 · 7 visits since August 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 8 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef. Operator switched the food items.
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Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Jul 30, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw beef. Operator switched the food items.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed shelves blocking the ware washing area handwash sink.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple containers stacked with no airflow at dish shelf. Operator removed the wet containers from being stacked to allow airflow.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at ware washing area.
Oct 27, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on handle at Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned and sanitized the handle.
Open dumpster lid. Observed open dumpster lid. Operator closed the dumpster lid.
Utensils not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed multiple large ladle spoons not inverted at dish shelf. Operator inverted the large ladle spoons.
Wet wiping cloths stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together. Observed wet wiping cloth stored in detergent and sanitizer mixed together at prep table shelf. Operator replaced the container with a new wiping cloth with only sanitizer.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed quaternary sanitizer under 150ppm due to mixed with detergent at kitchen. Operator replaced the container with only quaternary sanitizer to a minimum strength of 150ppm.
Jul 30, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked beef not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple cups stacked at soda fountain machines. Operator removed the cups from being stacked to allow air flow.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed multiple containers not inverted at kitchen shelf. Operator inverted the containers.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed flour container not labeled at kitchen. Operator labeled the food item.
Jan 10, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Observed raw beef over a bag of whole onions at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the whole onions to a different location.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on the bottom of Reach in Cooler. Operator cleaned the food debris.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed disposable containers not inverted at kitchen. Operator inverted the disposable containers.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food item not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items with a lid.
Aug 29, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee touched raw shrimp and then handled ready-to-eat food and/or clean equipment or utensils without washing hands. Observed employee handling raw shrimp and then touching clean utensils at cookline. Educated the employee to compliance by washing hands and putting on new gloves on hands.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at Dish Machine. Operator able to provide by the end of inspection.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed no handwash sign at 1 of the unisex restrooms.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed frozen raw ground beef at prep sink in standing water. Operator turned on the cold water to run over the food item.
Dec 21, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container at ware washing area handwash sink. Operator removed the container.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chlorine test strips at time of inspection.
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. Observed incomplete documents. Operator completed the document during inspection.
Clean equipment/dishware/utensils stored next to handwash/food preparation sink exposed to splash. Observed plates next to cookline handwash sink. Operator removed the plates to a safe location by putting it on prep table shelf.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed missing floor tiles at ware washing area and front of Walk in Cooler.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate2 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw pork over cheese at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade at prep table. Operator cleaned and sanitized the blade.
No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
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. Operator printed and completed the documents during inspection.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed at ware washing area under 3 compartment sink and at various locations at kitchen.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at unisex restroom.
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