TAQUERIA SANTA LUCIA
201 N HWY 441, Lady Lake FL 32159 · 352-205-6619
Last inspected Oct 9, 2025 · 5 visits since September 2023
3 inspections within 22 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live by three compartment sink.
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Inspection history
5 visits, newest first
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. -Fly spray over animal cookies.
Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap.
Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. -Around door and upper end of wall in rear comissary.
Food stored on floor. -Onions.
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No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. -Multiple white refrigerators in commissary.
Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Around edges of equipment.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -Bulk container of sugar.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 8 recorded, 3 high priority.
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Shell eggs not stored at an ambient air temperature of 45 degrees Fahrenheit or less. -At room temperature since 10am per operator.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. -Raw shell eggs at room temperature since 10am.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 83f, Pork 86f, Beef 82,Rice 88f, Chicken 78f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -White cutting board.
Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -Red cutting board.
Mobile food dispensing vehicle license number not permanently affixed on the side of the unit in figures at least 2 inches high and in contrasting colors from the background of the vehicle.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. -Silver refrigerator in rear building.
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded, 2 high priority.
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Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. -1 live by three compartment sink.
Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 89f, Beef 92f, Pork 90f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to reheat.
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.
Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. -Wooden prep table.
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.