El Guerrero Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Mar 31, 2026
61
Score
El Guerrero Mexican Grill appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 31, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around 10 violations, down from roughly 17 violations earlier in the record.
When inspectors have written things up, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been the most frequent reason, cited six times.
By comparison, the average Pinellas Park facility scores 82, putting El Guerrero Mexican Grill on the weaker side. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 31, 2026
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Hand sink on cook line and behind bar, restocked **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Customer restroom doors not self closing
32-04-4
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Rear storage room
51-11-4
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-6
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine is not properly draining in between wash and sanitation cycles
16-55-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cooking oil on floor in rear storage room
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Next to ice machine
10-14-5
61
Oct 16, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Over the counter medication bottle over prep table, removed **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw chicken over unpackaged raw beef and cooked peppers in freezer, order corrected **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
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. One employee in kitchen with no proof of training
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Repeat Violation**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. Rear storage room **Repeat Violation**
51-11-4
Basic - Dishmachine not washing/rinsing properly. Must wash, rinse and sanitize all dishware, equipment and utensils in three-compartment sink until dishmachine is functioning properly. Dish machine not properly draining in between wash and sanitizer cycles causing sanitizer to mix with detergent
16-55-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exterior door **Repeat Violation**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Raw shrimp in undrained ice in deli cooler **Repeat Violation**
08B-31-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Uncovered pot of enchilada sauce cooling on floor in prep area, moved to prep table **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Next to ice machine, relocated **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine, removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-08-5
41
Mar 17, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events
FL-05
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored
FL-41
Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal
FL-51
29
Sep 18, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw shrimp over stuffed peppers in chest freezer **Warning**
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Unpackaged raw chicken over unpackaged raw beef in freezer **Warning**
08A-17-6
Intermediate - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water. Water at Hand sink at service counter not under pressure, operator advised repairs already scheduled **Warning**
27-17-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting boards stained Can opener blade soiled **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Next to dish machine **Warning**
41-17-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. **Warning**
22-20-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. Rear storage room **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over dry storage room and wait station/service window **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-37-5
Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed. **Warning**
50-09-4
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 3 dead roaches on floor behind freezer in rear prep room of kitchen 1 dead roach behind cook line 1 dead roach in dry storage room 2 dead roaches behind ice machine 1 dead roach under bar. All areas cleaned and sanitized. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35A-03-4
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Rear exterior doors **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
35B-01-4
Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Raw shrimp skewers in undrained ice **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-31-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Next to ice machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-14-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezers. **Warning**
14-69-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. Ice machine **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in seasoning bins **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Employee restroom next to ice machine **Warning**
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Accumulation of grease behind cook line **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Multiple items in reach in freezers **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08B-12-5
27
Mar 5, 2024
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 20 violations
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
50-17-3
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over pico in reach in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: Raw pork over tomatoes in reach in cooler **Time Extended**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : 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/ Yanley Roman-Huerta expired 8/2/23 Prometric, other staff with valid CFM present **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
53A-03-7
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Cutting boards stained on cook line **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
22-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Operator is not properly tracking/marking the number of days ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite was held at refrigeration temperatures prior to freezing in order to properly date mark the food when it is thawed and held at refrigeration temperatures again. Cooked shredded beef in reach in freezer not dated **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
02C-04-5
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. All staff food handler certificates expired 10/2023 **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
53B-05-5
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - Toxic substance/chemical on premise that is not required for the operation of establishment. Cans of Raid spray on bottom shelf in dry storage next to bucket of chili peppers and on top of dish machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
41-04-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Carbon dioxide tanks not adequately secured. In rear storage room next to restrooms **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
51-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over dry sta orange and wait ststion **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Womens customer restroom **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
32-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
14-09-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Dead roaches on premises. 5 dead roaches on bottom shelf of dry storage 3 dead roaches on floor under soda syrup lines 2 dead roaches on floor behind ice machine 5 dead roaches on shelf containing seasonings next to microwaves 1 dead roach behind reach-in coolers in kitchen 3 dead roaches behind chest freezer in prep room 5 dead roaches under triple sink at bar 8 dead roaches behind coolers at bar 2 dead roaches on floor next to chemical storage 1 dead roach in womens restroom in rear storage room 1 dead roach on floor in rear dining room **Admin Complaint** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: 3 dead roaches under triple sink at bar 1 dead roach under syrup lines (same dead insects from previous inspection that were not previously cleaned up; all areas cleaned and sanitized during inspection) **Admin Complaint** **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Exterior door next to ice machine with holes on bottom due to rust **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
35B-01-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. Floor soiled under dish machine and cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Food stored in undrained ice. Raw shrimp in untrained ice on creamy in cooler **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
08B-31-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice. In ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
10-08-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handles in seasoning bins under prep table in kitchen **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
10-01-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Metal cart next to cook line with accumulation of grease on shelves. Hood filters soiled. Accumulation on f grease on gas lines behind cook line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Open dumpster lid. Spread dumpster with multiple businesses **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
33-16-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. Rear door does not fully shut next to ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-05: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
23
Oct 16, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with ready-to-eat food in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw shrimp over cooked chicken nuggets in chest freezer
08A-02-6
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature when stored in a freezer - not all products commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef and raw fish in reach in freezer.
08A-17-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. salsa (49F - Cold Holding)
03A-02-5
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. Milk in glass cooler at wait station not dated, date added **Corrected On-Site**
02C-03-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Porous acoustic tiles over bar area
36-37-5
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. Cook line
14-09-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Boxes of tortillas on floor of dry storage
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Scoop handle in sugar bin, removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Hand sink on cook line
31B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. To go containers stored on soiled shelf above steam table
25-06-4
Basic - Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Behind three compartment sink
36-27-5
37
Jun 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Beef over cheese sauce in reach in cooler. Employee removed items. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Lettuce 55F-cold holding
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Cutting board cook line
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Stirrer in hand wash sink employee removed from the bar. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.
36-34-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris.
22-08-4
55
Nov 8, 2022
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 5 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 29 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. -raw chicken over vegetables and seafood in reach in freezer Discussed proper hierarchy with operator during time of inspection.
08A-20-5
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. -Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm-corrected to 50 ppm ) Vistaserv fixed machine during time of inspection. Discussed using three compartment sink until dish machine is fixed with operator **Corrected On-Site**
22-41-4
High Priority - Employee touched soiled cloths and then engaged in food preparation without washing hands. Discussed hand washing procedures with operator during inspection.
12A-28-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. -food items in glass reach in cooler at wait station are stored in thank you bags
14-31-5
High Priority - Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. -Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) Discussed proper concentration with operator during time of inspection.
41-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. -can opener blade has accumulation of food residue **Repeat Violation**
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. -observed food particles in hand sink at wait station
31A-11-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand sink in kitchen
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -hand sink in kitchen
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. -squeeze bottles at dishwashing machine
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. -ice bucket at ice machine **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. -at prep station in kitchen
14-09-4
Basic - Drain cover(s) missing. -at dishwashing machine
29-18-4
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. -scoop handle in seasoning (kitchen area)
10-01-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -sides of flat top grill have accumulation of grease -hood filters have accumulation of grease -fan above prep table at front counter has accumulation of dust **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. -food items in the reach in freezer chest -sugar container in back prep area **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. -at prep station in kitchen area
21-12-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. -at steam table
21-38-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. -seasoning containers in kitchen area
02D-01-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. -cellphone on shelf with tortilla **Repeat Violation**
40-06-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employees in kitchen **Repeat Violation**
13-03-4
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -plastic cups at bar **Repeat Violation**
24-08-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor at cooks line has accumulation of grease -wall at cooks line has accumulation of food residue
36-73-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. -bottle of oil on the floor in back prep area **Repeat Violation**
08B-38-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. -between cracks at prep station in kitchen
10-17-4
Basic - Bathroom door left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. -next to ice machine
32-02-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. -Bowl used to scoop seasoning in kitchen area
14-01-5
Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured. -in back storage area
51-11-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Repeat Violation**
36-37-5
11
Jul 28, 2022
Routine - Food
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. -employee at cooks line **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
13-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. -metal pans at dish drying rack **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
24-08-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -floor at cooks line has accumulation of grease -floor at dish machine has standing water **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
36-73-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -shelf with plates have accumulation of food residue -standing fan in wait station area has accumulation of dust **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Stored food not covered. -taco shells at make table Employee covered during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
08B-12-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Unwashed fruits/vegetables stored with ready-to-eat food. -unwashed produce over condiments and cut onions Discussed proper hierarchy with operator during the inspection **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
08B-17-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. -at ice machine **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2022-07-28: **Time Extended**
10-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Guerrero Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Guerrero Mexican Grill on file is from Mar 31, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Guerrero Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surface soiled with food debris” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at El Guerrero Mexican Grill.
How does El Guerrero Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Pinellas Park?
El Guerrero Mexican Grill most recently scored 61 out of 100, which is lower than the Pinellas Park average of 82.
Has El Guerrero Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Guerrero Mexican Grill have averaged around 10 violations per visit, down from roughly 17 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Guerrero Mexican Grill 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 El Guerrero Mexican Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Guerrero Mexican Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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