MOLIENDO CAFE
409 N US HWY17-92, Longwood FL 32750 · 5183809711
Last inspected Feb 19, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections trending down, 27 points off where it started.
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 to operator
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $520
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4--2021057841 | Sep 30, 2021 | Apr 29, 2022 | $200 |
| 4--2021011588 | Jan 21, 2021 | Jul 30, 2021 | $320 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Feb 19, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 9 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 9 findingsThe state's own report →
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. - Dishwasher (Chlorine <50ppm). Operator adjusted lines. Final reading 50ppm
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. - raw breaded chicken over cooled empanadas
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - chicken soup (46F - Cold Holding). Operator states held overnight
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Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic bowl no handle used to scoop cooked beans at walk in cooler
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - exterior of bulk flour container
Sep 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - cooked vegetable soup (52F - Cold Holding) Operator states held overnight
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 to operator
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - at bulk flour
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back door
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. - provided to operator
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. - bulk flour
Apr 1, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles in back storage room
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket warped at cookline cooler
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Mar 31, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 15 recorded, 3 high priority.
3 High priority0 Intermediate12 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. - Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm) Chemical bucket empty. Person in charge changed. Final reading 100ppm
Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. - raw squid over empanadas at reach in freezer
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. COOKLINE: - pork belly (45F - Cold Holding); - chorizo (45F - Cold Holding); - cooked beef (47F - Cold Holding) AVANTCO: - pico (45F - Cold Holding); - tomato sauce (46F - Cold Holding); - cut lettuce (46F - Cold Holding)
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured.
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - acoustical ceiling tiles in back storage room
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. - uncovered cup of soda and plate of food on expo counter
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. - cellphones on prep counter
Equipment in poor repair. - gasket warped at cookline cooler
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items. - exhaust opening above steam table dripping grease
Hood filter missing from automatic fire suppression/exhaust system.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - tongs on oven door handle
In-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. - rice scoop
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed avocado at cookline
Nov 8, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - ceiling tiles in food prep room
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back doors
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
Nov 6, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority3 Intermediate8 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. COUNTERTOP COOLER: - Tcs guacamole (52F - Cold Holding); - tomato (52F - Cold Holding); - cut lettuce (52F - Cold Holding) Operator states less than an hour. Manager added ice to unit MAIN COOKLINE COOLER: - cooked chicken (46F - Cold Holding); - tomato (45F - Cold Holding); - rice (46F - Cold Holding)
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. - hand wash sink in prep area blocked with boxes and used to store utensils
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. - storing a pail of water
Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. - water filter has change date 3/22
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. - plastic bowl used to scoop rice
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. - ceiling tiles in food prep room
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. - back doors
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. - tongs on oven door handles
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. - back door in prep room
Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. - unwashed avocado over milk in walk in cooler
Mar 11, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 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. Cheesecake not dated
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In the rice
Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -hood filters soiled
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. Mop stored in bucket
Nov 9, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In prep
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Nov 3, 2023Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not operational at food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In the kitchen area. In the prep area the hand sink is damaged with a large hole 3inx4in This will require a 7 day call back inspection
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In prep
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
Oct 26, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Soup 100° hot hold
Handwash sink not operational at food preparation/dishwashing area. Must be reinstalled in the same location where removed. In the kitchen area. In the prep area the hand sink is damaged with a large hole 3inx4in This will require a 7 day call back inspection
Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. In prep
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.
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.