TAQUERIA DON GONZALO LLC
103 US HIGHWAY 17 92 N, Haines City FL 33844 · 863.221.0729
Last inspected Jul 29, 2026 · 12 visits since February 2024
NOV 24
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OCT 25
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JUL 26
▲ GETTING WORSE
5 inspections, one direction. The current grade is the worst on record.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches on the floor next to the left of the large flip top reach in cooler across from the cook line.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $400
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3--2026027667 | Apr 22, 2026 | May 14, 2026 | $400 |
Inspection history
12 visits, newest first
Jul 29, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
1 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed washed and cut bell peppers stored in non food grade bag.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in server station soiled with old food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Rear ice machine has build up of mold like substance on sides.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, in server station next to beer cooler.
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Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright two door cooler left of prep area.
Wood not properly sealed. Various under neath storage cabinets, and wall siding in establishments unsealed wood.
Jul 29, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 8 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority1 Intermediate5 Basic
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Nonfood-grade containers used for food storage - direct contact with food. Observed washed and cut bell peppers stored in non food grade bag.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 6 live roaches under hand sink storage shelf on left of cooks line. 5 live roaches found on floor and wall behind make table on cooks line.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards in server station soiled with old food debris.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Rear ice machine has build up of mold like substance on sides.
Dead roaches on premises. 9 egg casings under hand wash sink on left of cook line. 4 dead roaches found under hand wash sink storage on cooks line. 1 dead roach of floor under tortillas station on right side of kitchen. 4 dead in storage closet on floor up against kitchen wall.
Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler, in server station next to beer cooler.
Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upright two door cooler left of prep area.
Wood not properly sealed. Various under neath storage cabinets, and wall siding in establishments unsealed wood.
Apr 16, 2026□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Apr 16, 2026■ Emergency Order Callback Not CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit while the kitchen was already shut. The problems had not been fixed, so the closure stayed in place. 3 violations recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate1 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef over unwashed produce in reach in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under three compartment sink 1 live roach by reach in coolers in back 1 live roach on clean dish rack 1 live roach under storage rack 1 live roach on wall in back area 2 lives roaches on wall on cooks line
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in back prep area. 1 dead roach on floor on cook line 4 dead under three compartment sink 7 dead roaches on clean dish rack 3 roach casings on clean dish rack 2 dead roaches under rack in back prep area 1 roach casing under dry storage rack 1 dead roach on floor by mop sink 11 dead roaches under steam station on cooks line 4 dead under microwave station on cooks line 3 roach casings in kitchen 10 dead roaches on cooks line 4 dead roaches on floor under expo window area 6 dead roaches behind booth in dining room Various roach droppings along storage racks, electrical outlets, and under storage / prep tables.
Apr 15, 2026■ Emergency order recommendedRoutine Inspection
Ordered shut on the spot. 10 violations recorded, 2 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
2 High priority0 Intermediate8 Basic
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Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef over unwashed produce in reach in cooler
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 1 live roach under three compartment sink 1 live roach by reach in coolers in back 1 live roach on clean dish rack 1 live roach under storage rack 1 live roach on wall in back area 2 lives roaches on wall on cooks line
Cloth used as a food-contact surface. On tortillas
Dead roaches on premises. 1 dead roach on floor in back prep area. 1 dead roach on floor on cook line 4 dead under three compartment sink 7 dead roaches on clean dish rack 3 roach casings on clean dish rack 2 dead roaches under rack in back prep area 1 roach casing under dry storage rack 1 dead roach on floor by mop sink 11 dead roaches under steam station on cooks line 4 dead under microwave station on cooks line 3 roach casings in kitchen 10 dead roaches on cooks line 4 dead roaches on floor under expo window area 6 dead roaches behind booth in dining room Various roach droppings along storage racks, electrical outlets, and under storage / prep tables.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. In between reach in coolers food debris Behind cooking equipment on cooks line
Food stored on floor. Drinks in stroage closet
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters soiled Exterior ice machine Gaskets on reach in coolers soiled
Single-service articles improperly stored. In front dining room
Oct 3, 2025□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Oct 2, 2025Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 3 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 3 live roaches on the floor next to the left of the large flip top reach in cooler across from the cook line.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Dead roaches on premises. 10 dead roaches on the floor under expo window. 1 dead roaches on on the floor behind the portable fire extinguisher in the kitchen.
Apr 21, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
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Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. *Operator removed bowl from flour. *Repeat ViolationCorrected On-SiteRepeat Violation**
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open cup of water on ice machine. Operator removed cup.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood vents cook line
Nov 5, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate3 Basic
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Single-use gloves not changed as needed after changing tasks or when damaged or soiled. Employee washed gloves on hand with cold water at sink next to pickup window in kitchen. Coached employee on proper hand washing procedures.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Employee removed Bowl in bulk container of rice in prep area.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee removed phones from prep tables in kitchen.
Food stored on floor. Oil on floor in ware washing area.
May 21, 2024□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
Mar 20, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 2 recorded, 2 high priority.
2 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. February 1, 2024.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Condiment station in the dining area.
Feb 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Operator removed tongs.
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.