El Paso De Mary Esther
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
90
Score
The health department has logged eight inspections at El Paso De Mary Esther, the earliest from 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
Across the inspection history, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
That's lower than the typical Mary Esther restaurant, which scores around 95. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine - Food
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
90
Dec 15, 2025
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Intermediate - 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/ Upon inspection all CFM's are expired. **Warning**
53A-03-7
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold-like substance inside ice machine in kitchen.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Upon inspection observed walk-in cooler floor not sealed.
36-02-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upon inspection observed walk-in cooler shelves rusted.
14-17-4
70
Apr 14, 2025
Routine - Food
5 minor violations.
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Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection observed mold like substance inside ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair.upon inspection observed ceiling tiles damaged and stained throughout kitchen. **Repeat Violation**
36-32-5
Basic - Exhaust system operated with filters removed. No means to capture grease and/or condensation to prevent dripping.
14-72-4
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Upon inspection observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface. Upon inspection observed shelves inside walk-in cooler rusted.
14-17-4
78
Dec 2, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
74
Mar 11, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Intermediate - No chemical test kit provided when using sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine or wiping cloths. Employees could not locate chemical test kit for dish-machine.
16-37-1
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Ice shield in ice machine has black/orange substance at crease in shield.
22-20-5
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. Ceiling tiles throughout kitchen are not smooth/nonabsorbent.
36-37-5
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Open employee drinks on prep table at end of cook line. Open drink on wire storage rack over prep table next to soda fountain.
12B-07-4
78
Nov 28, 2023
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Mar 30, 2023
Routine - Food
3 critical violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Upon inspection observed raw chicken stored above raw beef in reach in cooler left side of cook line and in walk in cooler. Operator educated employees and corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Upon inspection observed small can of medical spray on shelf above cook line next to corn tortillas. Operator removed spray during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-10-4
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Upon inspection observed tortillas in retail bag next to cook line. Operator corrected storage during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing. By kitchen entry leading from wait station area.
36-03-4
Basic - Dead roach on premises. Upon inspection observed 1 dead roach on top of dish machine. Operator cleaned and sanitized area of concern during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35A-03-4
Basic - Fly sticky tape hanging over food/food preparation area/food-contact equipment. Upon inspection observed sticky fly trap over cook line and above clean dish rack. Operator removed sticky fly trap during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
35B-08-4
Basic - Garbage can located outside has no lid or lid broken.
33-15-4
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
14-69-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Reach in cooler left of cook line.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection observed pan of chicken and case of bacon in walk in freezer uncovered. **Repeat Violation**
08B-12-5
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Upon inspection observed small bowl resting in sauce next to cook line. Operator removed small bowl during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
43
Dec 19, 2022
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
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High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Reach in prep cooler left side of service line sour cream 45F. Door opened frequently. Walk in cooler black beans 44F, raw pork 59F, homemade salsa 48F. Operator removed items to colder unit. Operator received delivery and door left open. **Warning**
03A-02-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Cook to cool- refried beans 132F, chicken 157F, rice 114F (2 1/2 hours). Operator reheating food items of concern to 165F and starting process over again. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Upon inspection, observed raw pork pan stored on top of butter in walk in cooler left side.
08A-05-6
High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food not being in a wholesome, sound condition. Upon inspection, observed ice from walk in freezer fan dripped down into open pizza box. Operator discarded box of pizzas during inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
01B-13-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Upon inspection, observed no paper towels at hand washing sink right side of kitchen entry. Operator replaced paper towels during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-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.
53B-13-5
Basic - Accumulation of mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Upon inspection, observed pink build up on inside of ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Upon inspection, observed water dripping from clean stacked pans on clean equipment rack top shelf in dish area.
24-08-4
Basic - Food stored on floor. Upon inspection, observed large containers of salsa on floor in walk in cooler and case of snow crab walk in freezer.
08B-38-4
Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Upon inspection, observed separation from back of hood panel right side. Also, multiple places in disrepair on wall above prep table left side of three compartment sink.
36-24-5
Basic - Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
14-69-4
Basic - Stored food not covered. Upon inspection, observed salsa uncovered in walk in cooler, and individual pizzas and corn uncovered in walk in freezer.
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Paso De Mary Esther last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Paso De Mary Esther on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Paso De Mary Esther?
Across the inspection record, “accumulation of black/green mold-like substance” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Paso De Mary Esther.
How does El Paso De Mary Esther compare to other restaurants in Mary Esther?
El Paso De Mary Esther most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is lower than the Mary Esther average of 95.
Has El Paso De Mary Esther's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Paso De Mary Esther have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at El Paso De Mary Esther 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 Paso De Mary Esther inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Paso De Mary Esther is inspected around two times per year on average.
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