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VALLARTA MEXICAN RESTAURANT INC

22948 SR 54 · LUTZ · Pasco County · FL 33549

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Inspection Summary

Inspection dateJanuary 25, 2024
Inspection typeComplaint Full
Inspection classFood
DBPR dispositionEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
Resultfacility_temporarily_closed
Inspection number3416588
Visit number2
Inspection Visit ID8598107
DBPR license6112863

Violation Summary

Counts reported for this inspection visit.

Full inspector observations available
1 High Priority0 Intermediate6 Basic0 Critical0 Non-Critical7 Total
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All DBPR Inspector Observations

7 full violation description(s) documented by the inspector during this visit.

High Priority 1

#7High Priority35A-05-4

High Priority – – From initial inspection : High Priority – Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 22 live cockroaches in wall in door way of cook area 3 on floor by chest freezer in cooking area 1 live in hinge of 3 door cooler in storage area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: 1 live roach on prep table by can opener. 1 live roach under reach in cooler cooks line by mop sink.1 live roach under prep table by mop sink **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning

Basic 6

#1Basic36-37-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Dish area and storage area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#2Basic14-09-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Reach in cooler Steam table **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: **Time Extended**

Warning
#3Basic35A-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead in wall by doorway going into cook area 1 dead on floor behind keg cooler in storage 1 dead in gasket of 3 door cooler in storage area 8 dead on floor in dish area 7 dead on floor in bar area **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: 1 dead roach under the bar counter. 3 dead roaches bar area by frozen mix drinks. 8 dead roaches in trap box behind the glass beer cooler at bar . 3 dead roaches on floor by beer cooler on floor in corner. **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#4Basic36-73-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Under and behind all equipment Under dish machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: **Time Extended**

Repeat ViolationWarning
#5Basic23-03-4

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Reach in cooler gaskets soiled – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: **Time Extended**

#6Basic36-02-5

Basic – – From initial inspection : Basic – Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Dish area **Warning** – From follow-up inspection 2024-01-25: **Time Extended**

Warning

Inspector observations synchronized from DBPR on October 13, 2026 3:23 PM.

Violation category totals
Category 14 · Food-contact and nonfood-contact surface design/maintenance
1 observation(s)
Category 23 · Non-food-contact surfaces clean
1 observation(s)
Category 35 · Pest control / insects / rodents / animals / outer openings
2 observation(s)
Category 36 · Floors, walls, ceilings, attached equipment and ventilation
3 observation(s)

Inspection records and inspector observations reflect conditions documented by DBPR at the time of the inspection and may not reflect current conditions.