Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood
Last inspected: Mar 6, 2026
39
Score
Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood has been inspected nine times since 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 6, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around four violations to closer to six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
9
Inspections
2
Critical latest
4
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 6, 2026
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Salsa 47F cold holding in insufficient ice bath at wait station. Less than 4hrs per operator. Advised to put on sufficient ice bath. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chicken over cooked pork in grill drawer cooler. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -Scrub pad and knife in bar hand sink. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At bar
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. On cook line
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Chlorine bucket 200ppm. Operator added water. Re-tested at 100ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-07-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Portion Cup of in rice and onions . Operator removed **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Out of place in warewashing area
36-36-4
Basic - Light not functioning. 2 under hood
36-62-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. From various faucets on several sinks throughout kitchen
29-11-4
39
Oct 6, 2025
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles at bar and can opener at prep station. Operator cleaned during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Hand wash sink at dish area and prep station
31B-02-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler at cook line
29-49-6
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Buildup ice around door at walk in freezer
14-69-4
74
Feb 24, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
64
Sep 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - Incorrect chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used in the three-compartment sink and/or dishmachine. 3 compartment sink uses quay as sanitizer has chlorine test strips
16-32-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. No hand wash sign at bar hand sink
31B-04-4
86
Jun 7, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade. Operator removed to be cleaned **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Container in Handsink by dish machine **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-13-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Container of Tamarind juice on freezer floor
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice bin At bar. **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
61
Jun 4, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter with hose attached no vacuum breaker - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**
29-42-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some employees do not have proof of training - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**
53B-13-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing in liquor storage - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Prep area hand wash sink missing sign, soap, and paper towels. Ware wash hand sink missing soap Bar hand wash sink missing sign - From follow-up inspection 2024-04-03: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
67
Apr 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
61
Apr 2, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Nonexempt fish offered raw or undercooked has not undergone proper parasite destruction. Fish must be fully cooked or discarded. No proof of parasite destruction for raw shrimp, tilapia, seasonal fish served raw in ceviche. **Warning**
01D-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Raw chicken on top of raw beef in walk-in-cooler
08A-20-5
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. Splitter with hose attached no vacuum breaker
29-42-4
Intermediate - 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 form **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Ceviche not notated on menu as raw. **Warning**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - 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 form Employees read and signed form during inspection **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Some employees do not have proof of training
53B-13-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Employee sweater and bags next o and on top of canned refried beans
40-06-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Prep area hand wash sink missing sign, soap, and paper towels. Ware wash hand sink missing soap Bar hand wash sink missing sign
31B-04-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bins of food (chips,beans,rice)not labeled
02D-01-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Ceiling tiles missing in liquor storage
36-32-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
14-09-4
33
May 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
2 major violations.
View 2 violations
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths.
16-37-1
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory.Must advertise on all menus that ceviches are raw.
02B-01-5
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood on file is from Mar 6, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood?
Across the inspection record, “no handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood.
How does Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood most recently scored 39 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Adelitas Mexican Cocina Bar & Seafood is inspected around three times per year on average.
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