LUPITA'S MEXICAN KITCHEN
6890 PENSACOLA BLVD, Pensacola FL 32505
Last inspected Mar 3, 2025 · 10 visits since July 2023
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 11 dead flying insects in back of kitchen on unused three compartment sink, and observed a cluster of approximately 100 live ants underneath operating three compartment sink in kitchen.
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6--2024052527 | Aug 27, 2024 | Feb 3, 2025 | $400 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Ceiling tile missing. Observed missing ceiling tiles in back of kitchen where water is leaking.
Water leaking from pipe. Observed water leaking from pipe in ceiling in back of kitchen as well as water leaking from pipe under hand washing sink and three compartment sink in kitchen.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Ordered shut on the spot. 7 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed 11 dead flying insects in back of kitchen on unused three compartment sink, and observed a cluster of approximately 100 live ants underneath operating three compartment sink in kitchen.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed 30 rodent droppings in the following locations: 25 on floor throughout back kitchen and five on top of unused three compartment sink.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed steak 45F (held 24hrs) in reach in cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed steak 45F (held 24hrs) in reach in cooler. See stop sale.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed one dead roach on floor in back of kitchen next to water heater.
Ten (10) foot-candles of light at least 30 inches from floor not provided in walk-in cooler. Observed lights not working in walk in cooler.
Unnecessary items/unused equipment on the premises. Observed multiple unused items in back of kitchen including a three compartment sink, two hand sinks, a fryer, pots and pans.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flying insects in kitchen.
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.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flying insects in kitchen.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 40 live ants in kitchen under drive thru window. Approximately 47 dead flying insects throughout kitchen. Also, one live lizard in mop bucket in back kitchen next to mop sink.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 97 dead flying insects in light fixtures throughout kitchen.
Ordered shut on the spot. 5 violations recorded, 4 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed three live flying insects in kitchen.
Presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. Observed approximately 40 live ants in kitchen under drive thru window. Approximately 47 dead flying insects throughout kitchen. Also, one live lizard in mop bucket in back kitchen next to mop sink.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken over cooked pork and ready to eat tortillas in walk in cooler. Manager put chicken on bottom shelf during inspection.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 158 rodent droppings in kitchen under back three compartment sink next to mop sink.
Accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. Observed approximately 97 dead flying insects in light fixtures throughout kitchen.
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
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Ceiling tile missing. Upon inspection observed multiple ceiling tiles missing throughout kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Upon inspection observed multiple boxes of vegetables stored on floor in walk-in cooler.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 0 violations recorded.
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 5 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed a total of 8 live flying insects in establishment in the following areas: 4 in dining area and 4 in kitchen area (not on food/ food contact surfaces). 1of the 4 flying insects landed on a single service item. Operator disposed of single service item.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand washing sink. Operator put paper towels in dispenser.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed multiple ceiling tiles in dinning area in disrepair and appears to have water stains.
Standing water or very slow draining water in handwash sink, three-compartment sink, or mop sink. Observed standing water in mop sink. Operator has called plumbing company already and waiting for them to come out.
Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leak coming from pipe in walk in freezer. Not over food.
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