SAN DIEGO MEXICAN RESTAURANT Y TAQUERIA INC
219 SW PARK ST, Okeechobee FL 34972 · 7729409763
Last inspected Aug 3, 2026 · 10 visits since March 2024
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5 inspections, swinging between A and C. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. One small flying insect landed on onion ready to eat. Operator voluntarily discarded.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
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Inspection history
10 visits, newest first
Aug 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 4 findings
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at exit in kitchen.
Jul 30, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 6 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in one reach in cooler. Refried beans made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Rice made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Tamales made 7/24 (68F - Cold Holding); Taco meat made 7/25 (68F - Cold Holding); Black beans made 7/27 (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded beef made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding); Shredded chicken made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded all items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All items in one reach in cooler. Refried beans made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Rice made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Tamales made 7/24 (68F - Cold Holding); Taco meat made 7/25 (68F - Cold Holding); Black beans made 7/27 (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded beef made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding); Shredded chicken made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded all items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Half eaten cake with fork still in it behind bar.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill.
- From initial inspection : Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at exit in kitchen.
Jul 29, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority4 Intermediate5 Basic
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Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. All items in one reach in cooler. Refried beans made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Rice made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Tamales made 7/24 (68F - Cold Holding); Taco meat made 7/25 (68F - Cold Holding); Black beans made 7/27 (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded beef made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding); Shredded chicken made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded all items.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. All items in one reach in cooler. Refried beans made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Rice made 7/25 (55F - Cold Holding); Tamales made 7/24 (68F - Cold Holding); Taco meat made 7/25 (68F - Cold Holding); Black beans made 7/27 (68F - Cold Holding); Shredded beef made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding); Shredded chicken made 7/24 (58F - Cold Holding). Operator discarded all items.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing as a dump sink at dishwasher.
No cleaning agent provided in wash compartment of sink. Operator was educated and set up triple sink correctly.
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/. Six people working in restaurant. Manager came during inspection.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Half eaten cake with fork still in it behind bar.
Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
Establishment charging automatic gratuity without properly disclosing the information on the menu and the bill.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at exit in kitchen.
Dec 2, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times: at triple sink filled with dirty glasses.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Operator placed on head.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at hand washing sink nearest triple sink.
Aug 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Raw shell eggs stored over or with unwashed produce. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing at bar.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. Two dead roaches at ice machine by office. Operator removed and sanitized.
Food stored on floor Raw beef in cooler at 38 F. Cooler is on floor. Operator removed, stored correctly
Frozen time/temperature control for safety food being slacked at room temperature is no longer frozen solid. Raw beef in cooler at 38 F. Cooler is on floor. Operator removed, stored correctly.
Stored food not covered in reach in freezer: cooked meats.
May 6, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
May 6, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority3 Intermediate5 Basic
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Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing as dump sink at bar. Operator cleaned area.
Probe thermometer not used to ensure proper food temperatures of cooked time/temperature control for safety food. Operator placed at location.
Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Shredded chicken made two days ago not date marked. Operator placed date mark on item.
Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed behind line and storage area.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Operator removed.
No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit at Guacamole reach in cooler. Operator placed at location.
Salsa not covered at beer cooler. Operator covered salsa.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Raw chicken sitting in water at sink. Operator turned on water.
Sep 20, 2024Call Back - Extension given, pendingRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 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.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line.
Jul 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 11 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority2 Intermediate7 Basic
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Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. One small flying insect at triple sink. Two on cutting boards. One small flying insect landed on onion ready to eat. Operator voluntarily discarded.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. One small flying insect landed on onion ready to eat. Operator voluntarily discarded.
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.
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 the Food Reporting Agreement, not all employees were able to sign by completion of inspection. Operator will have all others sign by next routine inspection.
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 In salsas. Operator removed.
Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. Taco bowl fryer utensil on floor. Operator removed and sanitized.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable on line.
Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
Stored food not covered: frozen chicken in reach in freezer not covered.
Mar 22, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionLicensing Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 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 the Vomiting and Diarrhea clean up form
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at back door. Operator will,clean and sanitize.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at reach in cooler. Operator will,clean and sanitize.
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.