TROPICAL COLIMA LLC
107 NW 11 AVE, Okeechobee FL 34972 · 863-532-1814
Last inspected Aug 18, 2026 · 9 visits since September 2023
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5 inspections within 18 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
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.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Inspection history
9 visits, newest first
Aug 18, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 6 recorded.
0 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 6 findingsThe state's own report →
Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Adriana Arellano 8/16/21 operator is the only Certified Food Manager.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine.
Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. The license that is displayed expired in 12/2025.
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Hole in or other damage to wall. Out let cover missing between benches.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Dec 17, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Container of medicine improperly stored. Medicine stored on shelf with food. Operator removed and stored correctly.
Server handled soiled dishes or utensils and then picked up plated food, served food, or prepared a beverage without washing hands. Operator rinsed out soiled container and went to serve food to customer. Operator washed hands.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in bathroom.
A hole in the wall at the corner of the back door that goes entirely through to the outside.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed: displayed license expired in 12/1/2025.
Food storage container/container lid cracked or broken. Horchata container broken at lid.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Outlet cover missing between benches.
Aug 18, 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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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, for new employee. Employee signed form.
Food storage container lip edge broken at horchata counter.
Hole in or other damage to wall outlet in wall with no outlet cover, located between benches.
Single-service articles improperly stored: plastic cups stored on floor. Operator will store correctly.
Apr 15, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 5 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate3 Basic
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Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Glass of water with utensil stored in sink nearest ice cream area. Operator removed.
No soap provided at handwash sink in bathroom.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Ceiling tile missing at ice cream area.
No copy of latest inspection report available.
Dec 4, 2024Inspection 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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Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in customer area.
Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. Operator educated employee.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away.
Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning at triple sink. Operator removed.
Jul 11, 2024□ 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 on line.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Apr 9, 2024Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 10 recorded.
0 High priority5 Intermediate5 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.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime: cutting boards on line.
Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification.
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. Operator had employee sign.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area.
Food not stored at least 6 inches off of the floor: cucumbers in kitchen.
In-use utensil used with moist food stored in running water with insufficient velocity to flush food particles away.
Single-service articles improperly stored directly on floor.
Nov 20, 2023□ Call Back - CompliedRoutine Inspection
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority1 Intermediate0 Basic
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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 and operator signed.
Sep 13, 2023Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 12 recorded, 4 high priority.
4 High priority7 Intermediate1 Basic
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Displayed food not properly protected from contamination. Candy toppings and cut melon for desserts not properly protected. Operator removed items.
Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Food in ice bin. Operator removed cherries from ice machine. Operator removed 50 pounds of ice.
Self-service salad bar/buffet lacking adequate sneezeguards or other proper protection from contamination. Operator removed items.
Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food in ice bin. Operator removed cherries from ice machine. Operator removed 50 pounds of ice.
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.
No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths for chlorine.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink by cashiers station. Operator placed paper towel at location.
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/. Operator added self service sundae topping bar, and moved equipment.
No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
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 and operator signed.
Serving utensil not provided for each food item at self-service candy bar. Operator removed items.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Cup in strawberry with no handle. Operator removed.
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.