Coyote Rojos II
Last inspected: Aug 19, 2025
25
Score
Inspectors have visited Coyote Rojos II 10 times, with records going back to 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Aug 19, 2025. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around 12 violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease”, which has been cited four times.
Restaurants in Groveland average 87, so Coyote Rojos II trails the local norm. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.
10
Inspections
4
Critical latest
3
Major latest
10
Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 19, 2025
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 17 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over raw shell eggs in walk in cooler. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. -panned raw burger patties over fries in reach in freezer on cook line. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -take out bags covering tortillas on cook line and raw shrimp in freezer. Educated operator, operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. -eye drops on shelf next to tortilla strips on cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -pan filled with water in hand sink on cook line. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. -quaternary ammonia **Repeat Violation**
16-37-1
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ -food manager arrived towards end of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves have accumulation of soil residues.
22-16-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. -liquor shelf in back storage room. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
14-45-4
Basic - Cleaned and sanitized equipment or utensils not properly stored. -spoons in clean silverware bin not facing all one direction. **Corrected On-Site**
24-07-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -drink cups in server area **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -box of chicken in walk in freezer. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in white reach-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler and reach in coolers on cook line.
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in mop sink. Operator corrected. **Corrected On-Site**
29-20-5
Basic - Stored food not covered. -sauces in walk in cooler, pan of flour in back storage area. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wiping cloth quaternary ammonium compound sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. -0 ppm. Operator changed, 300 ppm **Corrected On-Site**
21-08-4
25
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present
FL-38
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
30
Aug 13, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -cooked rice in walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
14-31-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -chopper in back storage area by onions. -interior tea baskets **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -operator turned on **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
27-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
16-23-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -holding glasses in kitchen by dish area **Corrected On-Site** - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
14-05-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -entry to meat walk in cooler - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
36-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall by dishmachine - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
14-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at handwashing sink by dish area - From follow-up inspection 2024-08-13: **Time Extended**
29-11-4
50
Aug 12, 2024
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 6 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 26 violations
High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. -10 flying insects in dry storage area around onions. **Warning**
35A-02-6
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. -license expired 4/1/24 **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. -ground beef (124F - Hot Holding) on cook line above oven, held less than four hours per operator. Operator moved to pot for rapid reheat. After 30 minutes 168F **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. -raw chicken over sour cream in walk in cooler -raw pork over washed mushrooms in reach in cooler on cook line **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -cooked rice in walk in cooler
14-31-5
Intermediate - Employee with long fingernails working with exposed food, single-service items or clean equipment and utensils. -employee scooping ice and making drinks at server station.
13-05-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -chopper in back storage area by onions. -interior tea baskets **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. -housemade flan in upright reach in cooler by soda station
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233.
53B-14-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. -no date on filters by ice machine
29-28-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of least 85 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. -operator turned on **Corrected On-Site**
27-16-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine.
16-23-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. -holding glasses in kitchen by dish area **Corrected On-Site**
14-05-4
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. -entry to meat walk in cooler
36-03-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. -to go container of personal food stored with tortillas in walk in cooler -eggs in upright reach in cooler by soda station -employee beverages in upright reach in cooler by soda station.. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall by dishmachine
36-24-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -sugar container by tea station. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -gaskets on walk in cooler doors -gaskets on reach in coolers on cook line -underside of coffee maker
23-03-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. -avocados on cook line
08B-39-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. -upright reach in cooler by soda station
14-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -flour in back storage area -cooked chicken wings in walk in cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed peppers over prepped onions in vegetable walk in cooler
08B-17-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
14-17-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle at handwashing sink by dish area
29-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -sugar container by tea station
02D-01-5
12
Mar 26, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
45
Jan 18, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filters behind ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In rear refrigerator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back handsink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-18: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
82
Jan 9, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filters behind ice machine. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended**
29-28-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In rear refrigerator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended**
05-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back handsink. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-09: **Time Extended**
31B-04-4
74
Nov 3, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw pork over mushrooms. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. On cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training expired for all employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. **Warning**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date on filters behind ice machine. **Warning**
29-28-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil in kitchen. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. In rear refrigerator. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Back handsink. **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Pork at room temperature. **Warning**
06-01-5
50
Apr 5, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 48f. Less than 4 hours. Advised to rapid chill. Operator placed in freezer. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cut onions. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher stored in handsink on cookline. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Top of single burner.
23-03-4
Basic - Ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover. Under table by handsink on cookline.
14-20-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Cooked peppers. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in holding unit. Silver refrigerator in rear prep area.
05-09-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Walk in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Food stored in a location that is exposed to splash/dust. Salt stored under paper towel dispenser.
08B-36-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cell phone on prep table. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
12B-07-4
43
Dec 12, 2022
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 18 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in reach in freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Shrimp and scallops under ground beef patty's. Owner reorganized. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-17-6
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb in rear storage area with mop buckets.
29-34-4
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Quat 500ppm, then 200ppm. **Corrected On-Site**
41-27-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Pitcher stored in hand wash sink on cooks line. Owner removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. - soda machine nozzles soiled
22-02-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink in rear prep area. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink near cooks line.
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Ground beef made yesterday not date marked. **Repeat Violation**
02C-02-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured in rear screen area.
51-11-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Bin of sugar at wait station not labeled.
02D-01-5
Basic - Unwashed peppers stored over ready-to-eat onions in produce cooler. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-17-4
Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Box of single use napkins stored on floor in dry storage. Owner relocated. **Corrected On-Site**
25-05-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. - shelves under rear prep tables soiled - gaskets on cooks line low boy
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Tub of sour cream in walk-in cooler. Owner relocated. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purse with spices I. Rear prep room, back brace with lemon juice on shelf under front prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on and over food preparation tables in rear of kitchen. Owner discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance in kitchen
36-34-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair near A/C handler
36-32-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Coyote Rojos II last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Coyote Rojos II on file is from Aug 19, 2025. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Coyote Rojos II?
Across the inspection record, “nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Coyote Rojos II.
How does Coyote Rojos II compare to other restaurants in Groveland?
Coyote Rojos II most recently scored 25 out of 100, which is lower than the Groveland average of 87.
Has Coyote Rojos II's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Coyote Rojos II have averaged around 12 violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Coyote Rojos II 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 Coyote Rojos II inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Coyote Rojos II is inspected around four times per year on average.
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