MOES SOUTHWEST GRILL
2383 S HIGHWAY 27, Clermont FL 34711
Last inspected Mar 7, 2025 · 4 visits since July 2023
□ Not on the state's active licence list
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.
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4 inspections within 36 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -pinto beans (124F - Hot Holding), in hot holding unit on cook line, held less than four hours per operator. Operator relocated for rapid reheat.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Mar 7, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 14 recorded.
0 High priority6 Intermediate8 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 14 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -chopper in kitchen -interior spray hose at prep sink -ice chute at soda machine in lobby -interior chip container on front line
No certified food manager for establishment. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -kitchen hand sink.
No proof of required state approved employee training provided for any employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
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No soap provided at handwash sink. -front line and kitchen hand sink
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -by ice machine
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -back door
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. -floor drains under cold table on cook line
Floor drains soiled/has accumulation of debris throughout the establishment
Ice bucket/shovel stored on dirty surface between uses.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. -tongs hanging on fryer cabinet
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -exterior chip container on front line
Stored food not covered. -salt on dry storage shelf -chips on front line
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -by triple sink
Oct 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 18 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority3 Intermediate12 Basic
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Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. --employee touchingequipment handles, hair then put on gloves with no handwashing. Educated operator.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -housemade fried poblano crema (59F - Cold Holding), in sauce bottle at front counter, held less than four hours per operator. Operator moved to walk in cooler for quick chill.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -pinto beans (124F - Hot Holding), in hot holding unit on cook line, held less than four hours per operator. Operator relocated for rapid reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -interior spray hose at triple sink
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. -several new employees
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 new employee over 60 days.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. -throughout back kitchen
Drain cover(s) missing at triple sink
Dry storage rack shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Equipment in poor repair. -gaskets on hot holding unit on cook line.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -front door
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -under fryers and cooking equipment on cook line
Holes in or other damage to wall by triple sink
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - interior of fryer cabinets -exterior sides of fryers -fryer oil disposal dolly by back door
Sanitizer bucket stored with food, equipment, utensils, linens, single-service, or single-use articles. -stored on counter next to tortillas. Operator relocated.
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed cilantro over prepped sauces in walk in cooler. Operator relocated.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -salt under prep table in back kitchen. Operator labeled.
Observed electrical outlet missing in front line with exposed wires. Near handwashing sink. For reporting purposes only.
Mar 12, 2024Inspection 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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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - ice chute at drink station in dining area. - Green cutting board in prep area. -Can opener - clam shell flat top grill
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Bathroom facility not clean. -Mens room
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. - under equipment on front line
In-use tongs stored on equipment splash plate between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Hood fliters - exterior of cooking equipment on front line. - all drains
Jul 28, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Grill cleaner stored with food on dry storage shelves in back area.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Ice chute at drink station in dining area. Can opener Exterior of fryer.
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/
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. 7 new hires
Accumulation of debris inside warewashing machine.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink store on shelf above prep table in back area.
Employee with no beard guard/restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under all cooking equipment on front line.
In-use tongs stored on equipment (fryer)splash plate between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Exterior of ice machine.
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.