MARGARITA'S COCINA MEXICANA
45653 HWY 27 · DAVENPORT · Polk County · FL 33897
Inspection Summary
Violation Summary
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All DBPR Inspector Observations
8 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.
High Priority 2
01B-02-5High Priority – Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cold hold; cream a 47F, chorizo 55F, shredded cheese 56F, mozzarella 50F, chorizo 47F, pico 45F, tomatoes 44F, lettuce 47F. Flip top unit across from grill, all TCS items out of temperature. Food stays in unit overnight. See stop sale
03A-02-5High Priority – Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold hold; cream a 47F, chorizo 55F, shredded cheese 56F, mozzarella 50F, chorizo 47F, pico 45F, tomatoes 44F, lettuce 47F. Flip top unit across from grill, all TCS items out of temperature. Food stays in unit overnight.
Intermediate 2
22-02-4Intermediate – Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board is stained with old food debris. Flip side soiled with mold buildup.
53B-01-5Intermediate – 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.
Basic 4
14-11-5Basic – Equipment in poor repair. Flip top unit door hanging with open gap exposing interior of cooler to outside air, not allowing cooler to reach proper temp. Gaskets tearing on upright two door cooler.
36-73-4Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under equipment throughout establishment.
23-03-4Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Gaskets on two door cooler across from fryers soiled with food debris.
25-06-4Basic – Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers not protected. Management flipped containers over.
Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on August 13, 2026 6:57 PM.
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Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.