De La Vega Restaurante Galeria
Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026
74
Score
Inspectors have visited De La Vega Restaurante Galeria 14 times, with records going back to 2022. De La Vega Restaurante Galeria was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.
De La Vega Restaurante Galeria's latest score is in line with the DeLand average of 73. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
14
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 3, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen glass door reach in cooler flan (50F - Cold Holding); tres leche (54F - Cold Holding); green salsa (52F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight . Operator instructed to discard . **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: No TCS **Time Extended**
03A-02-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Sides of fryer and stove , soiled with grease and grime,. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall, at wait station. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2026-02-03: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
74
Jan 30, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
50
Aug 8, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
64
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
4 minor violations.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
32-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Food storage area wall peeling paint. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
36-24-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster. - From follow-up inspection 2025-02-20: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-17: **Time Extended**
33-11-4
82
Feb 20, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
74
Feb 19, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See Stop Sale. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. -Glass door Kitchen Reach in cooler flan (50F - Cold Holding); cheese (45F - Cold Holding); operator placed in another unit, beef empanada (50F - Cold Holding); tres leches (51F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard. -Wait station Reach in cooler . milk (48F - Cold Holding); cream (48F - Cold Holding) Placed overnight. Operator instructed to discard. **Corrective Action Taken** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
03A-02-5
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 on arrived, **Corrected On-Site**
53A-05-6
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
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
51-11-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Food storage area wall peeling paint.
36-24-5
Basic - Missing drain plug at dumpster.
33-11-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
47
Aug 7, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jul 31, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
82
Jul 26, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. **Warning**
01B-13-4
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. See stop sale report. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen make table Shrimp ( 47F - Cold Holding); empanadas (47F - Cold Holding); cut lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); empanadas (49F - Cold Holding); chicken shish kabobs (47F - Cold Holding). Placed overnight . Operator instructed discard, Operator adjusted thermostat. Kitchen make table . cut tofu (56F - Cold Holding)/30 minutes . Operator into another unit. Reach in cooler Flan ; (56F - Cold Holding); salsa made in house (52F - Cold Holding)/less than 4 hours. Operator adjusted thermostat . **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Meat placed in kitchen hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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/ **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. Diego **Warning**
53B-13-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Arepas in kitchen Make table prepared two days ago, not **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
02C-02-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Warning**
32-04-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Hold in ceiling hallway to bathrooms. **Warning**
36-32-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Cellphone stored on shelf above garnishes at wait station. **Warning**
40-06-5
Basic - No conspicuously located ambient air temperature thermometer in cold holding unit. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
05-09-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Flan uncovered in reach in cooler. **Warning**
08B-12-5
33
Feb 21, 2024
Complaint Partial
No violations found.
100
Jan 3, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Kitchen make table salsa made in house (56F - Cold Holding)/3 hours . Operator placed in another refrigerated unit. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Tres leche at front counter reach in cooler prepared 3 days ago not date marked. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
70
Jul 6, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Quinoa date marked to be discarded 6-30. . Operator instructed to discard. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food required to be date marked is not date marked and time of opening/preparation cannot be determined. See stop sale.
01B-17-5
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at washware handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Kitchen glass door reach in cooler Flan not date marked m prepared 5 days ago.
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Soda nozzles and dispenser soiled with grime.. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Kitchen area hand sink has food debris and is being used as a dump sink.
31A-11-4
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.
11-26-1
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors.
32-04-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Opened Gatorade bottle on front counter food preparation table.
12B-07-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside.
35B-01-4
39
Feb 2, 2023
Routine - Food
3 minor violations.
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Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
82
Aug 19, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. cookline maketable raw chicken (44F - Cold Holding);less than 4 hours. Operator placed ice. Front counter reach in cooler flan (44F - Cold Holding);less than 4 hours. Storage area reach in cooler shredded chicken (48F - Cold Holding);less than 4 hours. Placed ice. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Bucket of water stored at cookline hand sink. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Gallon of milk opened 6 days ago not datemarked at wait station. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ 8-2-2022. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Front line wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage. **Warning**
36-30-4
Basic - Reach-in cooler with rust that has pitted the surface. **Warning**
14-33-4
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
32-04-4
55
Frequently Asked Questions
When was De La Vega Restaurante Galeria last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at De La Vega Restaurante Galeria on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains 14 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at De La Vega Restaurante Galeria?
Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at De La Vega Restaurante Galeria.
How does De La Vega Restaurante Galeria compare to other restaurants in DeLand?
De La Vega Restaurante Galeria most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is about the same as the DeLand average of 73.
Has De La Vega Restaurante Galeria's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at De La Vega Restaurante Galeria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at De La Vega Restaurante Galeria means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is De La Vega Restaurante Galeria inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, De La Vega Restaurante Galeria is inspected around four times per year on average.
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