MI CASITA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
499 NE SPANISH RIVER BLVD, Boca Raton FL 33431 · 561-750-8298
Last inspected Jul 16, 2026 · 12 visits since July 2023
JAN 25
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JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 72 points off where it started.
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12/01/2023
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $920
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2--2015016280 | Mar 13, 2015 | May 13, 2015 | $600 |
| 2--2015000188 | Dec 3, 2015 | Jan 15, 2015 | $320 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 16, 2026□ 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
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical for chlorine sanitizer.
Jul 15, 2026Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 15 violations recorded, 8 high priority.
8 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Employee dried hands on clothes/apron/soiled towel after washing hands and proceeded to handle food. Advised operator proper hand washing procedures
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Operator was touching floor with her hands then proceeded to cook food without washing hands Employee washed hands
Metal stem-type thermometer soiled. Advised operator to clean thermometer
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Double door reach in cooler Raw beef over cheese Operator moved raw beef to bottom shelf
Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef Operator moved raw chicken to bottom shelf
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Flip top cooled #1. Diced tomatoes 48F cold holding, cheese 48F cold holding, salsa verde 48F cold holding Double door, cooked chicken 50F cold holding, cooked beef 50F, salsa 50F cold holding, cooked rice 50F cold holding, Raw beef 48F cold holding, cooked pork 50F cold holding. Per operator all products mentioned above stored for approximately 20 minutes and not prepared or portioned today. Operator started to iced down products
Time/temperature control for safety food reheated for hot holding not reaching 165 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 seconds within 2 hours. cooked rice 147F reheating, per operator product was done reheating as moving to steam table. Operator moved rice to be reheated longer, reached 168F++
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Degreaser bottle stored next to unwashed onions on shelf next to reach in freezer. Operator removed chemical
Chemical test kit not used to ensure proper sanitization of equipment and utensils when using a chemical for chlorine sanitizer.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line Operator provided
Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. At double door reach in cooler, multiple items not properly date mark that were previously frozen Advised operator on how to properly track date marking
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.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Food stored on floor. Oil on the floor, operator stored properly
Mop sink entirely cover by personal stuff unable to use
Mar 26, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 24, 2026Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12/1/25 Advised operator to renew license
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Jan 23, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 16 recorded, 10 high priority.
10 High priority4 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 16 findings ▾
Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored over clean dishes Operator stored properly
Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked chicken (47F at 10:25am - Cooling) as per operator since 8 pm last night The product never cooled down 41F within a total of 6 hours See stop sale
Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. One dented can of jalapeños
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 touched dirty dishes then touched container of avocado and bin of beans; no handwash Employee rinsed aluminum container then touched the container of lettuce to begin prepping; no handwash Employees washed hands
Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Three compartment sink not set up, dishes were cleaned, rinsed but not sanitized, Advised operator to set up three compartment sink, wash, rinse, and sanitize
Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12/1/25 Advised operator to renew license
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. At reach in freezer: raw skirt steaks stored over house made salsa not all commercially packaged Operator stored properly
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At flip top cooler: raw pork stored over Parmesan cheese, and Raw skirt steaks stored over mayonnaise Operator stored properly
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. cooked chicken (47F at 10:25am - Cooling) as per operator since 8 pm last night The product never cooled down 41F within a total of 6 hours See stop sale
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At double door cooler: shredded cheese (45F - Cold Holding) out temperature for 2 hours Not prepped or portioned today Operator moved product to quick chill
Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. chopped lettuce (70F at 10:12 / 66F at 11:27 - Cooling) 10 minutes ago Portioned green house made salsa (45F at 10:40 / 45F at 11:28- Cooling) portioned an hour ago At the current rate of cooling the products will not reach 41F within a total of 4 hours Operator moved products to quick chill
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwash station; operator provided paper towels
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Cooked pork missing the date it was made(cooked two days ago) Advised operator to date mark
Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup used to dispense sugar Operator removed
Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor Operator stored properly
Aug 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels at handwashing sink in kitchen. Chef filled paper towels
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup being used as a scoop. Chef discarded cup
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Salt canister not labeled. Chef labeled canister
Mar 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 4 findings ▾
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. No chlorine test kit used to to measure sanitizer
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Beef broth. Avantco Cooler
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease. Wall behind hot water heater
Mar 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Jan 15, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. License expired 12/1/2024 License expired less than sixty days. Confirmation number 246047840 Paid in full
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/ Manager certification expired on 9/26/24
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Little bowls used instead of scoop. Chef discarded bowl
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. Avocados with stickers on. Chef removed stickers and washed avocados
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers with flour not labeled. Manager labeled flour
Sep 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 13 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority3 Intermediate6 Basic
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Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels used as a liner for cut avocados at reach in prep cooler in kitchen. Operator removed item.
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Observed raw pork out of original commercial packaging stored with cooked ready to eat hash browns at reach in freezer in back storage area.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at grill cooked diced steak cooked one hour ago(113F - Hot Holding).
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed dishwashing chemical stored beside onions. Operator discarded item.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked chicken cooked 9-13-2024 not date marked.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle of sanitizer not properly labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in sugar at prep area in kitchen. Operator removed item.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employees phone on prep table in storage area. Operator removed item.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed wet nesting at air drying rack by triple sink.
Food stored on floor. Observed cooking oil on floor at grill. Operator properly stored item.
Ice scoop handle in contact with sugar. Operator properly stored item.
Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Observed cut avocado with sticker at prep reach in cooler. Operator rehashed and took off remaining stickers.
Dec 14, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. 12/01/2023
Certified Food Manager or person in charge lacks knowledge of foodborne illnesses and symptoms of illness that would prevent an employee from working with food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. Provided operator with big 6.
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 procedures.
No 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. Provided operator with employee health form.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Main kitchen cold holding unit- observed doors soiled and rusted.
Clean equipment/utensils not stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Main kitchen at 3 compartment sink- observed clean pots being stored on the floor.
Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Main kitchen storage shelf at 3 compartment sink- observed pots, containers and pans being stored not inverted on top shelf. Operator stored items inverted.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Main kitchen sugar container at reach in freezer- observed handle of scoop touching sugar.
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided operator with choking poster.
Reuse of single-service or single-use articles. Main kitchen cold holding unit- observed 4 ounce single service container being stored inside salsa as a service utensil. Operator removed container and placed 4 ounce service spoon inside salsa.
Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Main kitchen storage shelf at fryer- observed container of service utensils being stored within food contact surfaces up.
Jul 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Nothing was found. The inspector recorded no violations at all.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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