MARACAIBO MIA LLC
5691 S SEMORAN BLVD, UNIT C, Orlando FL 32822
Last inspected Jul 27, 2026 · 10 visits since August 2023
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5 inspections, swinging between A and D. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chicha drink in glass door cooler front counter date marked for 9 days.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $600
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2019002136 | Oct 10, 2018 | Feb 1, 2019 | $600 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jul 27, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 13 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Arepas in grocery bag in white chest freezer in storage room Operator put in food grade bag
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Box of raw fish in white chest freezer in storage closet over bags of corn
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Container of Chorizos in glass door reach in cooler with a date of 7/19
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. beef pastelitos (52F - Cold Holding); cheese pastelitos (52F - Cold Holding)for 2 hours Operator put in cooler to chill
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Mixer in hand wash sink front counter. Operator removed
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Has quaternary but expired
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. 2026 displayed
Equipment in poor repair. Gaskets to reach in freezer in kitchen Door to hot display case front counter
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee opened bottle of water in reach in cooler under coffee station Operator removed
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee began working with unwashed potatoes Employee washed potatoes and changed gloves and washed hands
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Thawing boxes of pastelitos at room temperature Operator put back in reach in cooler.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Unwashed vegetables over bin of butter spread Operator switched
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. In both bathrooms lying in mop bucket Operator removed
Feb 23, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Employee emptied bottle of water in hand wash sink front counter
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic cup in bin of rice Operator removed
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Glass door cooler in kitchen Operator cleaned
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket to both reach in coolers front counter torn Gasket glass door cooler by back door
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. White chest freezers in storage room. One lid can not close all the way
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Opened bottle of employee water in reach in cooler front counter. Operator removed
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Shelves in glass door cooler by back door
Aug 8, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority3 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chi cha portioned drinks in glass door reach in cooler front counter date marked 9 days. Operated remarked
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Cans of paint on top shelf of storage closet over to go paper goods
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. Missing for 3 new employees Employees filled out
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Helen, other employees less than 2 months
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Portioned garlic mayo in glass door cooler front counter Operator labeled
Equipment in poor repair. Door to empanadas display case Reach in cooler in kitchen Operating has new one ordered
Food stored on floor. Case of coke on floor under steam table front counter. Operated removed
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Glass door cooler where drinks are front counter Both white chest freezers in storage closet
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting pumpkin before washing. Employee washed pumpkin and washed and sanitized cutting board
Mar 4, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation (Partial)
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 18, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee in kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef guts in back reach in cooler Prepped, portioned pico de gallo and cilantro sauce in front counter reach in cooler
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in drink cooler at front counter Ice buildup in both chest freezers in storage closet
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass door cooler by back door
Feb 17, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 17 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate11 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Grocery bags being used to store food in reach in cooler Operator moved into food grade ziploc bag
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Prep area : fresh garlic in use, removed from refrigeration 3.5 hours prior per operator (67F) Operator put in freezer to rapid chill Make table in back; chopped ham prepped 3.5 hours prior per operator (62F - Cold Holding); chopped lettuce prepped 3.5 hours prior per operator (65F - Cold Holding); sliced tomatoes prepped 3.5 hours prior per operator (65F - Cold Holding) Operator voluntarily discarded
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. Missing for 2 employees Operator had them fill out
Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. 1 employee in kitchen
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked beef guts in back reach in cooler Prepped, portioned pico de gallo and cilantro sauce in front counter reach in cooler
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. 2 under handwashing sink at front counter
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Cooking utensils on prep table in kitchen next to steam table Ice bucket by front counter handwashing sink not inverted Operator inverted
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. Make table in kitchen not holding temp, ambient thermometer reading 50F
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. 2 employees on front line engaging in food prep Operator provided hair nets that employees put on
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor. Box of limes on floor at front counter near handwashing sink Box of plantains on floor in kitchen Operator moved
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Ice buildup in reach in drink cooler at front counter Ice buildup in both chest freezers in storage closet
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop with handle touching salt in container in prep area Operator removed
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Several employee drinks in front counter reach in cooler under coffee machine not separated from food to be served to customers
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass door cooler by back door
Stored food not covered. Cooked plantains in back reach in cooler Operator covered
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tilapia fillets thawing in bowl of standing water Operator emptied bowl and put under running water
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. 2 containers in prep area Operator labeled
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 16 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate14 Basic
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Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Chicha drink in glass door cooler front counter date marked for 9 days.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Dirty dishes in hand sink front counter.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Vents over prep table in kitchen
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. White cutting board cutting potatoes in kitchen
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. In front counter glass door cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter employee
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Reach in freezers in storage closet
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop in sugar
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Over prep table in kitchen
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Glass door cooler by back door
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Cabbage over soaps in glass door cooler by back door.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. 0ppm Made new bucket 200ppm
Jan 23, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 25 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority4 Intermediate17 Basic
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Employee rubbed hands together for less than 10-15 seconds while washing hands. Explained proper procedure.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef and raw chicken over cooked shredded pork in 3 door reach in cooler.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Shelled eggs ambient 65F from last night. Hard boiled eggs 47F from last night Churiso 45F from last night. Shredded mozzarella
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Shelled eggs ambient 65F from last night. Hard boiled eggs 47F from last night Churiso 45F from last night. Shredded mozzarella 45F from last night.
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 and almond milk front counter glass door cooler.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Has dining room trays and spray bottles on it.
Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Bleach and unknown.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Plastic soufflé cup in black pepper and Bandai seasoning.
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Storing serving spoons in between use on wiping cloth.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Coffee cup on prep table in kitchen.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter person that serves food portions and serves food.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on 3 door reach in cooler in kitchen.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Black pepper.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Kitchen
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Ice machine vents. Sides of kitchen equipment.
Reach-in freezer interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. By back door. 3 door reach in cooler.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go aluminum pans on top of freezer.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Lettuce over turkey in 3 door reach in cooler.
Water draining onto floor surface. From ice machine.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. By back door.
Oct 18, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 17 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate14 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Shelled eggs over ready to eat foods.
No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food. Gave operator and they filled it out
Temporary interruption - no alternative supply of water provided. Water was working at arrival of inspection. City turned off water and notified operator. Operator decided to close until water is restored. Will come back in one hour to check.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Paper cup used for scooping sugar Pepper cup
Ceiling tile not in place, gap in ceiling tile.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Ice bucket
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. Covering empanada.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Women's room
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Reach in cooler front counter food and opened drink. Bottles of water in back reach in cooler.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Front counter employee.
Equipment in poor repair. Gasket on reach in cooler by back door.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Back door.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters Ice machine filter. Behind grill.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Foil pans.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front counter
Aug 1, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
Recorded at 929 W. MICHIGAN ST, Orlando — this licence has since moved.
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.