SOL MEXICAN RESTAURANTE
702 RAIL RD, Wimauma FL 33598 · 8132704872
Last inspected May 7, 2026 · 11 visits since August 2023
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▼ IMPROVING
5 inspections trending up, 12 points better than where it started.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall in storage area
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2024007466 | Jan 22, 2024 | May 9, 2024 | $400 |
Inspection history
11 visits, newest first
May 7, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Beef in grocery bags in chest freezer.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over tamales in reach in cooler. Employee removed at time of inspection.
No soap provided at handwash sink. At hand wash sink in dry storage area. Employee replaced at time of inspection.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup with no handle in juice.
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Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Containers wet nesting.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.
Mar 3, 2026□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards.
Dec 29, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority3 Intermediate7 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification and no other certified food service manager employed at this location. Manager Jocelyn P and Clara G.
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. Establishment has 5 employees on site at time of inspection and provided one food handler certification.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cutting boards.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Employee drink on prep table.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee eating on prep table.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee bag on shelf with pots.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Spoon hanging on oven door handle.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in rice in dry storage.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Containers of flour not labeled in dry storage.
May 1, 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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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food.observed food stored in white plastic thank you togo bags in reach in coolers and chest freezers in kitchen at time of inspection. Spoke with employees about difference between food grade and non food grade at time of inspection
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Some cutting boards are stained at time of inspection.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. No paper towels available at hand wash sink near triple sink at time of inspection
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee drinks in reach in cooler drawers in kitchen with avocados at time of inspection.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed paper plates stored over coolers not inverted at time of inspection.
Nov 7, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 14 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority4 Intermediate8 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Meat in grocery bags in chest freezer.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salsa 69 F on counter, employee placed in reach in cooler.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. For chlorine.
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/ Observed 4 employees working with no food manager on site.
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. Operator provided 1 food handler certification.
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Chemical spray bottle on shelf with frying oil.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Bowls with no handle in rice and beans.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Cups wet nesting next to juice dispenser.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. At handwash sink next to ice machine.
Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Employee drinks in reach in cooler.
Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry.
Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Wet wiping cloth on cutting board.
Mar 26, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 2 violations recorded.
0 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server area with ice chest and server expo area, no hand sink. Three compartment sink closest hand sink is 20 feet away. Observed separate food storage room where employee was thawing meat and hand sink added. Observed in separate storage room and ice machine was added. Observed outdoor freezer and sheds. Also a bar area outside of restaurant.
Water tank, pump and hoses not operated properly to prevent backflow and other contamination of the water supply. At mop sink observed pvc piping for hot and cold water
Mar 25, 2024Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 7 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority5 Intermediate1 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand washing sink missing in server expo area, dish washing area and in food preparation room where meat slicer is and ice machine
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server area with ice chest and server expo area, no hand sink. Three compartment sink has inadequate drain boards and closest hand sink is 20 feet away Observed separate food storage room where employee was slicing meat, and no hand sink available. Observed in separate storage room and ice machine was added. Observed outdoor freezer and sheds. Also a bar area outside of restaurant.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed wooden plywood on food storage cart
Mar 25, 2024Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 8 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority4 Intermediate3 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed 1 live roach on wall in storage area
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. Not on site
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server area with ice chest and server expo area, no hand sink. Three compartment sink closest hand sink is 20 feet away. Observed separate food storage room where employee was thawing meat and hand sink added. Observed in separate storage room and ice machine was added. Observed outdoor freezer and sheds. Also a bar area outside of restaurant.
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.
Well water testing report/documentation is not available upon request.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed 1 dead roach on floor behind storage cooler. 5 dead roaches in condenser in cooler
No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
Water tank, pump and hoses not operated properly to prevent backflow and other contamination of the water supply. At mop sink observed pvc piping for hot and cold water
Jan 22, 2024Emergency Order Callback Time ExtensionRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems were not fixed yet and the kitchen was given more time.
1 High priority6 Intermediate2 Basic
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Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand washing sink missing in server expo area, dish washing area and in food preparation room where meat slicer is and ice machine
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager on site. Person in charge Melany Tumbaco is manager on site and only has employee training
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server area with ice chest and server expo area, no hand sink. Three compartment sink has inadequate drain boards and closest hand sink is 20 feet away Observed separate food storage room where employee was slicing meat, and no hand sink available. Observed in separate storage room and ice machine was added. Observed outdoor freezer and sheds. Also a bar area outside of restaurant.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed wooden plywood on food storage cart
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
Jan 22, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 14 violations recorded, 5 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
5 High priority7 Intermediate2 Basic
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Employee began working with food, handling clean equipment or utensils, or touching unwrapped single-service items without first washing hands.
Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Observed dish washer wash cutting board and didnt wash hands before handling clean cutting board
Food with mold-like growth. See stop sale. Observed case of plantains with mold growth and flies on them
Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. Observed approximately 50 live flies in dry storage area on cases of tomatoes Observed approximately 150 live flies of case of plantains in storage.
Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.
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.
Handwash sink missing in warewashing or food preparation area. Hand washing sink missing in server expo area, dish washing area and in food preparation room where meat slicer is and ice machine
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. No certified food manager on site. Person in charge Melany Tumbaco is manager on site and only has employee training
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. In kitchen
No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. Server area with ice chest and server expo area, no hand sink. Three compartment sink has inadequate drain boards and closest hand sink is 20 feet away Observed separate food storage room where employee was slicing meat, and no hand sink available. Observed in separate storage room and ice machine was added. Observed outdoor freezer and sheds. Also a bar area outside of restaurant.
No proof provided that some food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses.
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.
Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed wooden plywood on food storage cart
No drainboards or equivalent provided for soiled items and/or air drying cleaned items.
Aug 24, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Food stored on floor. Drinks, sodas
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Cooler in dry storage room
Single-service articles improperly stored. In floor of dry storage room
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.