El Mariachi
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
45
Score
El Mariachi appears in inspection records 10 times, starting in 2022. The most recent report on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “food stored on floor” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.
By comparison, the average West Palm Beach facility scores 79, putting El Mariachi on the weaker side. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.
10
Inspections
3
Critical latest
0
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Observed above food bins stored in front of cook line. Operator put cap on hose Bibb. **Corrected On-Site**
29-34-4
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Observed one dented can of tomato puree stored on dry storage shelf, in kitchen. See stop sale.
01B-01-4
High Priority - Container of medicine improperly stored. Observed assorted medications stored on shelf above food bins located in front of cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-07-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs stored on soiled oven door handle, at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use. Observed soiled dry wiping cloth used to wipe food spill at cook line. **Repeat Violation**
21-10-4
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed ice bucket on floor behind server station ice bin. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - Food stored on floor. Observed carton of frying oil stored on floor, at kitchen cook line. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer. Observed ice buildup inside middle chest freezer, in kitchen.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored directly on rusted shelf located next to ice machine, in kitchen. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
10-12-5
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed multiple knives stored between flip top coolers at cook line. Operator properly stored. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
45
Aug 18, 2025
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At walk-in cooler; cooked pork soup (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooling overnight in full, deep containers with tightly fitting lids, did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See Stop Sale.
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within two hours and from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within six hours. At walk-in cooler; cooked pork soup (50F - Cooling). Operator stated cooling overnight in full, deep containers with tightly fitting lids, did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See Stop Sale.
01B-36-5
High Priority - Employee touched soiled surface and then engaged in food preparation, handled clean equipment or utensils, or touched unwrapped single-service items without washing hands. Employee touched visibly soiled wiping cloth and then handled clean utensils, equipment and containers of food while preparing for customers without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site**
12A-29-4
Intermediate - Hand wash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At cook line; hand wash sink used to store utensils. Operator removed items from sink. **Corrected On-Site**
31A-11-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Cases of avocados stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Advised Operator to store food at least 6 inches off floor.
08B-38-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Washed and cut peppers and onions stored uncovered in walk-in cooler. Advised Operator to cover.
08B-12-5
Basic - Soiled dry wiping cloth in use on cutting board at cook line. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
21-10-4
50
Dec 10, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Dec 9, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
No Bare Hand Contact with Ready-to-Eat Food
FL-09
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
47
Oct 8, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Oct 7, 2024
Routine - Food
10 critical violations. 3 major violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At walk-in cooler; cooked beans (55F - Cooling). Operator stated cooling overnight, in deep, full container with lid, did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
03D-02-5
High Priority - Cooked poultry not reaching a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. At cook line; chicken (155F - Cooking). Operator removed chicken from grill at 155F and placed onto plate for customer. Advised Operator of proper cooking temperature, placed back on grill to 170F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
03C-44-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 41 degrees Fahrenheit within 6 hours. At walk-in cooler; cooked beans (55F - Cooling). Operator stated cooling overnight, in deep, full container with lid, did not reach 41F within 6 hours. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
01B-02-5
High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. 2 live roaches in kitchen crawling on power outlet strip attached to wall behind prep table. 1 live roach in kitchen crawling on triple sink. 1 live roach in kitchen crawling on back on white chest freezer. 10 live roaches in kitchen crawling on inside of walk-in cooler/freezer not in-use/no food stored. Advised Operator to eliminate roaches. **Warning**
35A-05-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. At steam table; cooked rice (97F - Hot Holding). Operator stated rice cooked prior to being placed in steam table, held 2 hours. At cook line flip top cutting board; cooked peppers and onions (109F - Hot Holding). Operator stated pepper and onions cooked two hours prior, held in pan at room temperature until served. Advised Operator to reheat items to 165F. **Warning**
03B-01-6
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. At walk-in cooler; cooked pork, prepared/date marked 9/13. See Stop Sale. **Warning**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At walk-in cooler; raw shell eggs over liquid butter. At flip top cooler; raw beef stored over ready to eat arepas. Advised Operator to move raw below ready to eat. **Repeat Violation** **Admin Complaint**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Food-contact surfaces not sanitized after cleaning, before use. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Employee washed food storage container with soap, rinsed with water and reused for food storage without sanitizing. Advised Operator to set up triple sink and properly sanitize dishes. **Warning**
22-45-4
High Priority - Employee washed hands with no soap. Employee went from handling soiled dishes, washed hands at triple sink with no soap and then handled clean plates to serve food. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-20-4
High Priority - Employee switched from working with raw food to ready-to-eat food without washing hands. Employee handled raw chicken to place on grill to be cooked and then handled cooked pork to be reheated without washing hands. Operator discussed with employee who then washed hands. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
12A-12-4
Intermediate - Food being cooled by nonapproved method as evidenced by inadequate rate of cooling during time of inspection. At prep area; cooked tomato salsa (108F - Cooling 12:50pm/98F - Cooling 1:20pm). Operator stated cooling for 15 minutes, in deep, full container on prep table, at this rate will not reach 70F within 2 hours, split into small containers and added bags of ice to facilitate faster cooling. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03D-15-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sink; no paper towels. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At kitchen hand wash sink; no soap. Operator provided soap. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-03-4
17
May 6, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. At cook line lift top cooler; raw shell eggs stored over ready to eat sauce. Operator moved raw eggs to lower shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. At bar; cleaning chemical spray bottles stored on/in liquor bottle rail with liquor bottles. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
Basic - Raw fruits/vegetables not washed prior to preparation. Employee cutting avocados with stickers still attached. Advised Operator to removed stickers/properly wash produce prior to preparation.
08B-39-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. At walk-in cooler; containers of house made juice and horchata stored on floor. Operator removed from floor. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At ice machine; accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine. Advised Operator to clean/sanitize.
22-20-5
64
Mar 7, 2024
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 5 major violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. At dry storage area; 3 #10 size cans Mexican style pinto chili beans dented. See stop sale. **Warning**
01B-01-4
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. At kitchen Ice bath; house made pico with cut tomatoes (48F - Cold Holding). Operator stated not prepared or portioned today, being held on top of ice, not surrounding product level, for 1 hour, added ice surrounding product level. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Warewashing sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Triple Sink (Chlorine 200+ppm). Operator diluted to chlorine 100pm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
41-18-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. At prep area hand wash sink; no paper towels. Operator provided paper towels. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. At bar; hand wash sink blocked by storage container over sink and multiple bottles stored inside. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-09-4
Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. At ice machine; hand wash sink used to store cleaning supplies. Operator removed. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
31A-11-4
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
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. Provided employee reporting agreement. **Warning**
11-26-1
39
Feb 6, 2023
Complaint Full
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw beef stored over refried beans container. Explained and manager removed the refried beans. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Flip top cooler lids.soiled. Manager cleaned. **Corrected On-Site**
23-03-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Bag of onions on the floor in the walk in cooler. Manager moved bag on shelf. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-38-4
78
Jul 25, 2022
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Can opener blade soiled. Operator moved to ware washing area **Corrective Action Taken**
22-02-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris. Observed at hood filters and behind cooking equipment on cook line. Discussed with operator
23-03-4
Basic - Interior of oven has accumulation of grease/food debris.
22-08-4
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Mariachi last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Mariachi on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Mariachi?
Across the inspection record, “food stored on floor” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Mariachi.
How does El Mariachi compare to other restaurants in West Palm Beach?
El Mariachi most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the West Palm Beach average of 79.
Has El Mariachi's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Mariachi have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at El Mariachi 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 Mariachi inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Mariachi is inspected around three times per year on average.
Nearby Restaurants