MI PUEBLO
4436 BEE RIDGE RD, Sarasota FL 34233 · 3792880
Last inspected Jan 7, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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— STEADY
5 inspections within 15 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.Printed in English and Spanish for Manager.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Jan 7, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Food stored on floor.Observed case of beef on floor in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Dec 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed dish machine at 0ppm chlorine.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed 16 quarts of cream sauce in walk in cooler marked 12/20/25. Manager discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed 16 quarts of cream sauce in walk in cooler marked 12/20/25. Manager discarded.
Food stored on floor.Observed case of beef on floor in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed walk in cooler door gasket soiled. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Jul 24, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed rice in oven hot holding at 118F. Manager placed on oven to reheat.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no chemical test kit for sink and surface used at triple sink and sanitation buckets.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed chemical spray bottle next to dish machine unlabeled.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed black substance on walk in cooler door gasket.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Manager moved to lower shelf.
Feb 26, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Feb 25, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 4 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed hot holding cooked onions and peppers 75F, corn 119F, rice 114F, taco beef 117F. Product was next to grill, steam table, and in oven not on. Manager reheated cooked vegetables on grill and turned oven on to reheat.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed unlabeled bottle by dish machine. Manager labeled.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed black substance inside ice bin. Manager cleaned area.
Food stored on floor. Observed case of eggs on floor in walk in cooler in carton. Manager relocated to shelf.
Aug 13, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionComplaint Investigation
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs stored over shredded cheese in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation.Observed in walk in cooler 30 lbs. Shredded Chicken dated 8/1/24; 25 lbs red sauce 8/1/24; 30 lbs cream sauce 8/2/24; 8lbs.green sauce 7/31/24. Manager discarded all product. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed in walk in cooler 30 lbs. Shredded Chicken dated 8/1/24; 25 lbs red sauce 8/1/24; 30 lbs cream sauce 8/2/24; 8lbs.green sauce 7/31/24. Manager discarded all product. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in kitchen above cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed floor tiles missing under fryer and oven.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Food stored on floor.Observed eggs stored on floor in walk in cooler.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.Observed over preparation table. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner.Observed beef defrosting in triple sink without running water.
Jul 16, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Raw animal food not separated from ready-to-eat food during preparation.Observed eggs stored over sour cream bucket in walk in cooler. Manager rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed Cream Sauce dated 7/6 and tomato sauce dated 7/7 in walk in cooler.Manager discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.Observed Cream Sauce dated 7/6 and tomato sauce dated 7/7 in walk in cooler.
Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing above cook line.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles in disrepair under fryer and oven.
Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed light shield missing from fixture above prep table.
Jan 17, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Chlorine sanitizer used to sanitize clean in place equipment not at proper minimum strength. Do not use equipment not properly sanitized.Observed sanitizer bucket at approximately 25 ppm. Manager corrected to 100ppm.
Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition.Observed in walkin cooler, 24 lbs Cream Sauce dated 1/2/24 and 30 lbs Red Sauce dated 1/9/24. Operator discarded. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed cut cooked Chicken at 53F and cooked Chicken breast at 56F.Operator removed to freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.Observed cooked vegetables peppers and onions for an hour at 78F. Cook placed on grill and heated to 139F
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.Observed no test kit for sink and surface at triple sink. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed.Observed grease and debris on floor under fryer. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed floor tiles missing under cooking equipment on cook line. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Sep 5, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed Cooked beef containers in Walkin Cooler marked 8/25 and 8/26. Manager discarded.
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.Printed in English and Spanish for Manager.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Observed no test kit for sink and surface.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed black substance on ceiling tiles and vent above hoods. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Observed soiled floor under fryers with water, oil, and debris.
Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Floor tiles under cooking equipment are in disrepair. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.
Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor.Observed bucket on floor in kitchen. Manager corrected by removing.
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.