SUNRISE REST AUTHENIC MEXICAN
842 E SUGARLAND HWY, Clewiston FL 33440 · (941)983-8119
Last inspected Mar 5, 2026 · 7 visits since October 2023
FEB 24
SEP 24
APR 25
OCT 25
MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 24 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap trap not covered at bar. Operator removed.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7--2025088954 | Oct 30, 2025 | Jan 12, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 5, 2026Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate5 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 7 findingsThe state's own report →
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Oven mitts stored in hand washing sink by triple sink. Operator removed.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance at customer area.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Operator removed.
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Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface on cook line.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Tripe 32 F in water to thaw. Operator stored correctly.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at cook line and triple sink area.
Nov 5, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area and in walk in cooler.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at handwashing sink on line.
Oct 30, 2025Administrative complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 9 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority1 Intermediate7 Basic
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Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Five rodent droppings at soda station. Operator removed and sanitized area. operator called pest control.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Ceiling with hole and conduit opposite of soda station. Operator will have maintenance repair.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area and in walk in cooler.
Food stored on floor: masa stored on floor in walk in cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Hole in or other damage to wall under prep sink. Operator will have maintenance repair.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface: cooler with black handles on line and bat cooler.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Top round under prep table in thawing process at 30 F.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at handwashing sink on line.
Apr 23, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses on ovens. Operator removed.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface: cooler with black handles.
Portable fire extinguisher gauge in red zone. For reporting purposes only at handwashing sink on line.
Sep 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Cut limes not protected. Operator covered.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef over whipped topping in walk in freezer. Operator removed whipped topping and stored correctly.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance over tortilla machine in kitchen, customer booths 14, and 17.
Clean utensils stored between equipment and wall: metal spatulas stored between wall and shelves on line. Operator removed.
No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees: male restroom nearest bar. Operator placed at location.
Feb 21, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 6 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate4 Basic
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Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station: snap trap in dry storage. Operator removed.
Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee touched raw chicken and proceeded to wash gloves. Operator educated employee on proper technique.
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 above glassware in kitchen.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris in dry storage.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at flat top.
Oct 12, 2023Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 11 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
4 High priority1 Intermediate6 Basic
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Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. Refried beans (54F - Cold Holding), made last night. Operator removed, was educated on proper cooling technique.
Rodent bait not contained in a covered, tamper-resistant bait station. Snap trap not covered at bar. Operator removed.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Refried beans (54F - Cold Holding), made last night. Operator removed, was educated on proper cooling technique.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Quaternary tablets on top of soda machine. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime:container lid in dry storage soiled. Operator removed and replaced.
Dead roaches on premises. Five dead roaches at bar. Operator removed and sanitized area.
Equipment in poor repair:stand up reach in cooler handle repaired with duct tape.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris at ice machine.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor in walk in cooler. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust at flat top.
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.