El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 27, 2026
74
Score
El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant appears in inspection records 13 times, starting in 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 27, 2026. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about 10 violations before that.
“Food stored on floor” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
The city-wide average sits at 87, which El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant's 74 doesn't quite reach. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
13
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 27, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Chorizo 46F. *see stop sale*
03A-02-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone stored on food prep table inside kitchen.
40-06-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of cooking oil stored on floor in kitchen area.
08B-38-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed Mahi fish thawed while still in its packaging. *see stop sale*
06-01-5
74
Sep 9, 2025
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 29, 2025
Routine - Food
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Basic - - From initial inspection : 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. Observed dish machine not sanitizing dishes properly. Operator set up three compartment sink during time of inspection until dish machine is fixed. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2025-08-29: **Time Extended**
16-55-4
95
Aug 28, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed following food items cold holding for less than 4 hours: Raw chicken 49F Shrimp 45F Chorizo sausage 51F Raw bacon 48F Ground beef patties 48F. Operator placed food items inside walk in freezer during time of inspection. New temperatures: Chorizo sausage 40F Raw bacon 38F Ground beef patties 41F Shrimp 40F Raw chicken 41F. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Pulled chicken 50F Beef 52F Beans 50F. *See stop sale* **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed following food items cold holding for more than 4 hours: Pulled chicken 50F Beef 52F Beans 50F.
01B-02-5
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. Observed dish machine not sanitizing dishes properly. Operator set up three compartment sink during time of inspection until dish machine is fixed. **Warning**
16-55-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed employee drinks on food preparation table. Employee removed drinks during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed box of oil stored on floor in kitchen area. Operator properly placed food item during time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
64
Dec 13, 2024
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled with food debris.
22-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed dirty glasses inside handwashing sink in bar area.
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed tomato sauce cans and pinto beans on floor in dry storage area. Employee removed items off floor during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside reach in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Silverware/utensils stored upright with the food-contact surface up. Observed clean utensils stored upright in wash ware area.
24-18-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee cell phone on prep table.
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed cups wet nesting on expo line.
24-08-4
64
Jul 11, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
Sewage and Wastewater Properly Disposed
FL-27
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
17
Apr 1, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Jan 12, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
View 1 violation
High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Hand wash sink drains onto floor in dish area. Manager put pan under sink to catch water. Floor area cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-01-12: Manager stated that plumber is scheduled for 1-15-24. **Time Extended**
28-13-5
86
Jan 5, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Observed employee handle raw beef, change gloves without washing hands, continued to plate tacos. Manager discussed with employee, employee removed gloves and washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-07-5
High Priority - Hand wash sink drains onto floor in dish area. Manager put pan under sink to catch water. Floor area cleaned at time of inspection. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
28-13-5
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Dark build up in grooves on soda gun nozzle. Ice scoop soiled. Ice paddle soiled. Scoop discarded. Paddle sent to dish pit. Nozzle cleaned. **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed porous molcajete bowls in establishment. Crack in ice scoop by ice machine.
14-13-4
Basic - Forks on expo line stored food contact surface up. Manager inverted forks at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
24-05-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Uncovered rice, sauce, canned jalapeños, and cooked chicken in walk-in cooler. Uncovered cheese sticks and hot sauces in walk-in freezer. Manager covered all items. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
55
Oct 10, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Aug 11, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures
FL-21
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Personal Cleanliness
FL-40
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
21
Mar 15, 2023
Food-Licensing Inspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. No soap at hand washing sink inside bar area. Manager replaced soap and soap dispenser. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Basic - No Heimlich maneuver/choking sign posted.
51-13-4
Basic - Water leaking from pipe and/or faucet/handle. Observed leaking pipe under hand washing sink across from three compartment sink.
29-11-4
82
Jul 20, 2022
Complaint Full
No violations found.
100
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant on file is from Jan 27, 2026. The public record contains 13 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant.
How does El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Tallahassee?
El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Tallahassee average of 87.
Has El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 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 Jalisco Mexican Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Jalisco Mexican Restaurant is inspected around four times per year on average.
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