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Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery

989 S Us Highway 27/441, Lady Lake, FL 32159
Mexican / Latin
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery has been inspected eight times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 16, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near three violations each time.

“Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Lady Lake restaurant scores 79. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

8
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Intermediate - No probe thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
05-08-4
90
Nov 10, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 3, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. **Warning**
22-41-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -Raw chorizo over salsa. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - 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. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. -In warewash. **Warning**
36-27-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. -Beans in freezer. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08B-12-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. -In rear double door refrigerator. **Warning**
16-46-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Warning**
12B-07-4
52
Jul 12, 2024
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 15, 2024
Routine - Food
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Clams/mussels/oysters tag removed from original container prior to container being emptied. -Oysters. Operator placed oysters back with original box of oysters with tag. **Corrected On-Site**
01C-10-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -Cooking oil in dry storage.
08B-38-4
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. -Microwave.
22-08-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -Spinach pies in freezer.
08B-12-5
55
Dec 19, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 2, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm.
22-41-4
Basic - Establishment increased seating without providing written approval from the local fire authority and wastewater provider. Seating states 54, currently 80 seats in dining room. Left seating change form.
51-15-4
82
Sep 22, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw shell eggs over cheese in triple door cooler.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. 0 ppm. A "Please be aware repeat High Priority Violations could result in Administrative Action on your next routine inspection" **Repeat Violation**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Utensils stored in smoothie bar handsink.
31A-09-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By tea station.
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. By tea station.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Spray bottle by rear prep sink.
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. On the left side.
22-20-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in rear storage area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
21-12-4
43

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery?

Across the inspection record, “dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery.

How does Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery compare to other restaurants in Lady Lake?

Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Lady Lake average of 79.

Has Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Ay Sonora Mexican Cuisine & Grocery is inspected around two times per year on average.

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