El Jalisco

1790 Hwy 22, Wewahitchka, FL 32465

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Mar 19, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at El Jalisco stretching back to 2022. The most recent report on file is from Mar 19, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around three violations each.

El Jalisco's latest score of 90 sits above the Wewahitchka average of 84. The record reflects steady performance over time.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 19, 2026

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Hood filters.

23-03-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Walk in cooler floor.

14-11-5

Nov 18, 2025

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Front restroom.

32-04-4

Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Front restroom.

32-12-6

Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Stove door.

10-20-4

Feb 25, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

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Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Sep 24, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. . Observed raw shrimp dated for 9-9-24 and raw beef dated for 9-9 -24.

01B-24-5

High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed raw shrimp dated for 9-9-24 and raw beef dated for 9-9 -24.

02C-01-5

Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade .

22-02-4

Basic - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.

50-09-4

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Sugar container not identified.

02D-01-5

Basic - Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured,in the room by the bar.

51-11-4

Mar 7, 2024

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Jan 20, 2023

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 1 minor violation.

View 5 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Sep 8, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting. Mop sink. **Repeat Violation**

29-34-4

Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served.

01C-03-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Cook line. Manager placed towels at employee hand sink. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled, underneath on the prep table.

41-17-4

Basic - Open dumpster lid.

33-16-4

Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry,mop sink.

42-01-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was El Jalisco last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at El Jalisco on file is from Mar 19, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

How does El Jalisco compare to other restaurants in Wewahitchka?

El Jalisco most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Wewahitchka average of 84.

Has El Jalisco's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Jalisco have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at El Jalisco means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is El Jalisco inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, El Jalisco is inspected around two times per year on average.

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