PUEBLO VIEJO MEXICAN RESTAURANT
13031 CORTEZ BLVD, Brooksville FL 34613 · 3525962320
Last inspected Jan 28, 2026 · 10 visits since October 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 15 points better than 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 operator with DBPR HR Form 5030-104. Operator hung during inspection
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
3 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2018004329 | Dec 12, 2017 | Jun 29, 2018 | $300 |
| 3--2017035661 | Mar 15, 2017 | Dec 19, 2017 | $300 |
| 3--2015030051 | May 29, 2015 | Aug 12, 2015 | $200 |
Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Jan 28, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 2 findings
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef burgers stored over ready-to-eat ham in reach-in cooler near walk-in cooler. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in bar ice bin and in kitchen ice bin. Operator corrected.
Oct 7, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed toxic spray chemical stored next to clean dishes on cook line and containers of medicine stored next to alcohol on storage shelf and dry storage rack. Operator moved and stored correctly.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Handwash sink in bar area blocked with a server's tray. Operator moved.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled in wait station area. Operator labeled.
May 5, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 2 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Floor tiles in disrepair by rear kitchen door.
Food stored on floor. -kitchen; 1 large pot of cooked chicken (155F), 1 large pot of ground beef (165F), operator removed and stored properly.
Oct 18, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Sep 20, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pico (52F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); American Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (51F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); Housemade Salsa (56F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding) lift top reach in cooler to the right of the stove on cook line across from oven at 4:30 PM. Operator stated items had been in cooler for 30 minutes. Operator had employee move to reach-in freezer for rapid cooling. Observed Raw Beef (51F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler to the right of the handwash sink off the cook line. Operator stated items had been in cooler for less than 4 hours. Operator moved to freezer.
Aug 26, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Pico (52F - Cold Holding); Guacamole with Cut Tomatoes (53F - Cold Holding); American Cheese (49F - Cold Holding); Sour Cream (51F - Cold Holding); Cut Lettuce (54F - Cold Holding); Housemade Salsa (56F - Cold Holding); Cut Tomatoes (51F - Cold Holding) lift top reach in cooler to the right of the stove on cook line across from oven at 4:30 PM. Operator stated items had been in cooler for 30 minutes. Operator had employee move to reach-in freezer for rapid cooling. Observed Raw Beef (51F - Cold Holding) in reach-in cooler to the right of the handwash sink off the cook line. Operator stated items had been in cooler for less than 4 hours. Operator moved to freezer.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris. Operator removed to have employee clean and sanitize.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice bin in bar. Operator corrected.
May 6, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate0 Basic
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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. Operator states certificates are at home office
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 DBPR HR Form 5030-103. Operator had employees sign
Mar 5, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded.
0 High priority4 Intermediate7 Basic
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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 DBPR HR Form 5030-104. Operator hung during inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled
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. Operator states certificates are at home office
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 DBPR HR Form 5030-103. Operator had employees sign
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Food stored on floor in Walk-in-Cooler. Operator removed
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed
Interior of microwave on cooks line has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees on cook line
Reach-in cooler in prep area, server area cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Taco shells on top of oven uncovered
Oct 17, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. In front of reach in cooler where walk in cooler used to be located
Oct 5, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate11 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. 0ppm reading. Operator states he is going to have repaired
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Floors not constructed to be easily cleanable. In front of reach in cooler where walk in cooler used to be located
Food stored in a prohibited area. Deep fryer oil stored on floor in rear closet outside. Floors and shelves are bare concrete and wood. Operator states it will be moved inside the restaurant.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice in ice machine and at bar. Operator removed
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Microwaves on cooks line interior soiled
Multiple Floor tiles in kitchen and dining area missing and/or in disrepair.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At line cook hand sink and hand sink in prep area
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -walk in cooler fan guards soiled -floor fan in dish area soiled
Reach-in and freezer cooler in prep area and reach in freezer in server area interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
Stored food not covered. Taco shells stored on top of over uncovered
Tortillas in walk in cooler stored on floor. Operator removed
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.