El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2
Last inspected: Oct 16, 2025
50
Score
Inspectors have visited El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 11 times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 16, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around five violations each, up from closer to three violations before.
“Manager or person in charge lacking proof” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing five times across the record.
Restaurants in Hudson average 85, so El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 trails the local norm. Diners may want to weigh the inspection history when deciding to visit.
11
Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. The hand sink in the kitchen and in the dry storage area. The operator placed paper towels. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
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 the operator with the DBPR HR form 5030-104. The operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Chlorine test strips are expired.
16-37-1
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Several containers were observed wet nesting above the three-compartment sink. The operator relocated them to the dishwasher area for rewashing. **Corrective Action Taken**
24-08-4
Basic - Ice buildup in the walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted. Provided the operator with the DBPR HR 5030-105 poster. The operator posted. **Corrected On-Site**
51-13-4
Basic - No copy of latest inspection report available.
51-18-6
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with build up grease the hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. One container above the three-compartment sink still had an old label on it. The operator relocated them to the dishwasher area for rewashing. **Corrective Action Taken**
16-46-4
Basic - Ceiling vents are soiled with an accumulation of dust in the dining area.
36-34-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice bin in the kitchen. The operator cleaned the interior of the ice bin in the kitchen. **Corrected On-Site**
22-20-5
50
Mar 5, 2025
Complaint Full
1 minor violation.
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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling tiles in bar have water damage and two ceiling tiles in kitchen are in disrepair. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-03-05: **Time Extended**
36-32-5
95
Jan 2, 2025
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Observed two spray bottles of toxic chemicals stored on shelf with food and drink items in the dry storage area. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-10-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. Food manager certification expired. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ Observed food manager trainings for Hazel Chavez expired on 12/30/2024 and Ana Quiroz expired on 12/30/2024. **Warning**
53A-01-7
Basic - Ceiling tiles in bar have water damage and two ceiling tiles in kitchen are in disrepair. **Warning**
36-32-5
67
Oct 21, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. Operator discarded. - From follow-up inspection 2024-10-21: Observed three raw salmon fillets in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. **Time Extended**
01B-13-4
86
Sep 17, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Observed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. Operator discarded.
01B-13-4
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. Observed dishmachine at with chlorine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Operator reached out to service company.
22-41-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with accumulation of food debris. **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Commercially processed reduced oxygen packaged fish bearing a label indicating that it is to remain frozen until time of use no longer frozen and not removed from reduced oxygen package. Observed raw salmon in vacuum sealed packaging in walk-in cooler with fish completely thawed still in sealed packaging. Operator discarded. **Corrected On-Site**
06-09-1
64
Feb 28, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Rice (109F - Hot Holding) and Refried Beans (126F - Hot Holding) in steam table off cook line. Employee started to reheat items. **Corrective Action Taken**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled with an accumulation of food debris. Operator had employees clean and sanitize. **Corrected On-Site**
22-02-4
Basic - Employee beverage container with no lid on a food preparation table stored on cutting board of steam table next to food and stored hard shell tacos. Employee moved. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
74
Sep 20, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Operator plans to bring certificates from previous establishment to satisfy requirements. **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-20: **Admin Complaint**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Operator has ordered the books from SafeStaff and they should be arriving within a week. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-20: **Admin Complaint**
53B-01-5
82
Jul 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Operator plans to bring certificates from previous establishment to satisfy requirements. **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: **Time Extended** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-28: Operator has ordered the books from SafeStaff and they should be arriving within a week. **Time Extended** **Corrective Action Taken**
53B-01-5
82
Jul 21, 2023
Routine - Food
3 major violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink off of cook line blocked by steam table, prep tables, fryers, floor mixer, and a shelf. Discussed with operator requirement of relocating items to be able to access handwash sink. Discussed what the plans on file reflect and compared to their current operation. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: Handwash sink was added to the left of the warewashing area over the mop sink area and handwash sink was not properly plumbed with drain running off into mop sink area and along tile and wall. Discussed with operator in depth requirement of the handwash sink at the end of the cook line being open and accessible to all employees that is currently blocked by equipment (steam table, prep tables, fryers, floor mixer, and a shelf and a pipe leading to steam table). **Time Extended**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: **Time Extended**
53A-01-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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** - From follow-up inspection 2023-07-21: **Time Extended**
53B-01-5
74
Jul 10, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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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. Observed dishmachine at 0 ppm at 109F. Operator has chlorine to set up three compartment sink to sanitize until dishmachine is serviced. **Warning**
22-41-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed handwash sink off of cook line blocked by steam table, prep tables, fryers, floor mixer, and a shelf. Discussed with operator requirement of relocating items to be able to access handwash sink. Discussed what the plans on file reflect and compared to their current operation. **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Manager or person in charge lacking proof of food manager certification. **Warning**
53A-01-7
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 - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured to the left of the rear exit door. **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed opened employee drink in bottom of reach-in cooler stored next to food for customers in cooler across from ovens and employee drinks stored on prep table next to cutting boards across from grill. Employee removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12B-13-4
58
Mar 6, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 on file is from Oct 16, 2025. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2?
Across the inspection record, “manager or person in charge lacking proof” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2.
How does El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 compare to other restaurants in Hudson?
El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Hudson average of 85.
Has El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 have averaged around five violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 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 El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Cerrito Mexican Restaurant and Grill 2 is inspected around four times per year on average.
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