M'XUMA TACOS MEXICAN GRILL
42091 CYPRESS PKWY B-9, Babcock Ranch FL 33982 · 239-543-1929
Last inspected Aug 26, 2026 · 9 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 26, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedComplaint Investigation
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 7 high priority.
7 High priority4 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 15 findingsThe state's own report →
Employee touched soiled apron/clothes and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed cook touching aprons and pants during food preparation.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other during preparation based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed packaged raw beef and packaged raw pork in same container in walk-in cooler. The manager placed the raw beef and raw pork in separate containers.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken and raw beef over raw shrimp and raw salmon in reach-in cooler across cook line. The cook moved the raw chicken and raw beef on bottom shelf beside each other under the raw salmon and raw shrimp.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Observed cook completing different tasks washing dishes and handling ready to eat food without changing gloves. Educated cook and observed cook wash hands at handwashing sink with soap and hot water.
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Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Observed produce (cut yellow squash and cut carrots) in container on storage rack with mold like substance on them. The manager discarded the yellow squash and carrots.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed corn salsa (47F - Cold Holding); salsa (48F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved corn salsa and pico into walk-in cooler. Observed ground beef (47F - Cold Holding) and pinto beans (47F - Cold Holding) in walk-in cooler. The manager discarded ground beef and pinto beans.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed clam chowder (112F - Hot Holding); tortilla soup (109F - Hot Holding) in steam table. The manager had both items placed on stove top to reheat. See Reheating Temperatures.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed utensils in handwashing sink on cook line. The cook removed utensils from handwashing sink.
Hot water supply not maintained during peak periods. Observed hot water temperature 123F during inspection.
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/. The Certified Food Manager arrived during Inspection.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products reach-in in back of kitchen in storage area.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed stand up reach-in cooler in back of kitchen ambient temperature 45F.
Equipment in poor repair Observed reach-in cooler gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler reach-in-cooler across from cook line.
Aug 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
2 High priority0 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimp in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw chicken beside the raw shrimp.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (49F - Cold Holding); raw ribeye steak (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler under cook line. The manager is placing all raw products on ice and moving into walk-in cooler.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line ambient temperature 47F
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed black duct tape on microwave holder on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line.
Aug 24, 2026Warning IssuedComplaint Investigation
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority3 Intermediate11 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed bottles of medication pain relief, atorvastain and salmon oil above prep sink in back of kitchen. The bottles of medication was removed.
Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw shrimp in reach-in cooler across from cook line. The manager moved the raw chicken beside the raw shrimp.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw chicken (48F - Cold Holding); raw steak (49F - Cold Holding); raw ribeye steak (49F - Cold Holding); raw grouper (47F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler under cook line. The manager is placing all raw products on ice and moving into walk-in cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed container of sanitizer in handwashing sink in back of kitchen. The operator removed the container of sanitizer.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed beef and pork not date marked in walk-in cooler. The manager date marked beef and pork during inspection.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in dishwashing area.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach-in cooler on cook line ambient temperature 47F
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed black duct tape on microwave holder on cook line.
Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach-in cooler across from cook line gasket torn.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.
In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. The knife was removed from in between steam table and prep table.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container of rice and beans. The manager removed scooper from containers.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board on cook line. The wiping cloths was removed from under cutting board.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler across from cook line.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Observed container of rice and beans not labeled.
Oct 27, 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 unwashed whole onions at Walk in Cooler. Operator relocated the whole onions to a different shelf at Walk in Cooler.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine. Observed residue buildup on top exterior of dish machine. Operator cleaned the exterior of dish machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed residue buildup on the door handles at Walk in Cooler. Operator cleaned the handles.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris on the interior bottom of Reach in Cooler. Operator removed the food debris by cleaning and sanitizing the bottom interior of Reach in Cooler.
Aug 4, 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 salsa not date marked at Reach in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed utensils not inverted at dish shelf. Operator inverted the utensils.
Stored food not covered. Observed salsa not covered on shelf at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food item.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on top of cutting board at Make Table. Operator placed the wet wiping cloth back in the sanitizer container.
Jan 9, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over canned/bottled drinks. Observed Raw beef over water bottles at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the water bottles to a different location.
Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Observed open container of milk not date marked at Walk in Cooler. Operator date marked the food item.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed unable to dispense soap at kitchen/ware washing area handwash sink. Operator replaced the batteries.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Observed handle of ice scoop touching ice at bar. Operator removed the handle from touching the ice.
Aug 26, 2024Inspection 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 foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw chicken over raw pork at Walk in Cooler. Operator switched the food items.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed multiple wet cups stacked with no airflow at soda fountain machine. Operator separated to allow air flow on the wet cups.
Stored food not covered. Observed multiple food items not covered at Walk in Cooler. Operator covered the food items with lids.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth on cutting board at Make Table. Operator placed wet wiping cloth inside sanitizer container.
Dec 6, 2023Inspection 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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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Observed at kitchen handwash sink. Operator repaired the soap dispenser.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Observed behind Walk in Cooler handles. Operator cleaned the handles.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed food debris at Reach in Cooler. Operator cleaned the interior of Reach in Cooler.
Aug 15, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Equipment drain line draining into handwash sink. Observed ac drain at wait station handwash sink.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, residue buildup. Observed at can opener blade. Operator cleaned and sanitized the equipment.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl at rice container. Operator removed the bowl.
Food stored on floor. Observed multiple food items at Walk in Cooler. Operator removed the food items off the floor.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed beef in standing water at 3 compartment sink. Operator ran cold running water.
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.