El Puerto De Vallarta
Last inspected: Jan 23, 2026
55
Score
Inspectors have visited El Puerto De Vallarta eight times, with records going back to 2022. The most recent visit was on Jan 23, 2026. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near nine violations per visit across recent inspections.
When inspectors have written things up, “open dumpster lid” has been the most frequent reason, cited four times.
That's lower than the typical Homestead restaurant, which scores around 70. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspections
2
Critical latest
2
Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 23, 2026
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. Observed raw shell eggs stored above lemonade containers in standing unit at preparation area, operator stored properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed preparing cooked mussels (58F - Cold Holding) next to 2 compartment sink, as per operator less than 2 hours. Operator add ice to container. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Menu does not identify which items contain raw or undercooked animal foods covered by the consumer advisory. Observed establishment serving raw fish ceviche on menu,operator identified raw items on menu during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02B-01-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Observed personal coffee inside reach in cooler across steam table, operator removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-13-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed under water that was barely running/dripping. Observed raw whole snapper (40F - Cold Holding) on 3 compartment sink, operator corrected during inspection.
06-08-5
55
Sep 25, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food marked with a date that exceeds 7 days after opening/preparation. Observed cooked shrimp ceviche (42F - Cold Holding) in standing unit dated on 09/17 , operator discarded during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-01-5
High Priority - Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Observed cooked shrimp ceviche (42F - Cold Holding) in standing unit dated on 09/17 , operator discarded during inspection.
01B-02-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed sanitizer spray bottle not identified with common name at front counter next. Employee identified spray bottle during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Clean glasses, cups, bowls, plates, pots and pans not stored inverted or in a protected manner. Observed ice bucket stored not inverted next to ice machine. Operator stored properly. **Corrected On-Site**
24-05-4
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not segregated from establishment food in standing unit by 3 compartment sink.
08B-49-4
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal drink on prep table at preparation area, employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment and utensils not properly air-dried - wet nesting. Observed on clean metal containers on rack by dishwashing area.
24-08-4
Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed soiled ice scoop holder, operator moved holder to dishwashing area. **Corrective Action Taken**
10-12-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning. Observed on clean metal containers on rack by dishwashing area.
16-46-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed at cook line, also observed next to steam table at kitchen area.
21-12-4
45
Feb 11, 2025
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observe raw chicken stored above raw steak inside reach in cooler at preparation area, employee stored food properly during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observe Observe raw calamari (53F - Cold Holding) on standing water at 3 compartment sink, as per operator less than 1 hour, operator turned on water for a properly thawing. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. Observe on oyster tags.
01C-03-4
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/ **Repeat Violation**
53A-05-6
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened/prepared, frozen and then thawed and held at refrigeration temperature not properly date marked. Observe thawed cooked steak not date marked inside reach in cooler at preparation area, employee dated food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-08-5
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observe cooked shrimp ceviche not date marked, as per employee over 24 hours. Employee dated food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Basic - Exterior door has a gap at the threshold that opens to the outside. Observe at back door by dry storage area.
35B-01-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observe raw calamari (53F - Cold Holding); raw shrimp (38F - Cold Holding) on standing water at 3 compartment sink, operator turned on water for a properly thawing. **Corrective Action Taken**
06-01-5
43
Aug 29, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked rice stored on no food grade bags.
14-31-5
Intermediate - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation/handling. A list of accredited food manager certification examination providers can be found at http://www.myfloridalicense.com/DBPR/hotels-restaurants/food-lodging/food-manager/
53A-05-6
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed on cooked ground beef container inside reach in cooler at preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Ice bucket/shovel stored on floor between uses. Observed next to ice machine. **Corrected On-Site**
10-14-5
Basic - In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed on cinnamon container by dessert area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-01-5
Basic - In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. **Corrected On-Site**
21-04-4
64
Apr 25, 2024
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fish broth (128F - Hot Holding); at cook line, as per cook less than 1 hour. fish broth (168F - Reheating) **Corrected On-Site**
03B-01-6
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment.
11-27-4
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.
11-26-1
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. Observed next to ice machine.
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Required employee training provided by an unapproved provider. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Observed training for some employees by Premier Food Safety. Yamilet,Alejandro,Midialy,Flor,Rosangela,Grechent and Silvia.
53B-03-5
Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed several WC at preparation area.
21-12-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at front counter, also observed on mens bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour container at preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
14-01-5
Basic - Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed personal food next to desserts inside reach in cooler across preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-49-4
Basic - In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of time/temperature control for safety food and rim of the container. Observed in cooked rice container at preparation area. **Corrected On-Site**
10-06-5
Basic - Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed at preparation area.
22-08-4
41
Nov 8, 2023
Routine - Food
6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Intermediate - Establishment has no written procedures for employees to follow in response to a vomiting or diarrheal event where the vomit or diarrhea is discharged onto surfaces in the establishment. Provided form during inspection. **Repeat Violation**
11-27-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed next to ice machine. Manager restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed next to ice machine. Manager restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-03-4
Intermediate - No tag on/for original container of raw, in-shell clams/mussels/oysters. See stop sale. Manager discarded during inspection.
01C-01-4
Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Observed cooked fish for tacos not date marked, as per Manager over 24 hours. Employee dated during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
02C-02-5
Intermediate - Clam/mussel/oyster tags not marked with last date served. **Repeat Violation**
01C-03-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed bowl in cooked shrimp container at reach in cooler at tacos station. Employee removed from container during inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
14-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Observed at the front counter. **Repeat Violation**
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Wiping cloth sanitizing solution stored on the floor. Observed at the taco station, employee rearranged properly. **Corrected On-Site**
21-38-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed in ice machine.
22-20-5
43
Jun 26, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Certified Food Manager Identification
FL-02
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Toilet Rooms Maintained
FL-53
39
Sep 8, 2022
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit based upon minimum required cooking temperature. Observed raw steak stored above raw fish. Employee rearranged properly during inspection, **Corrected On-Site**
08A-20-5
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed shredded chicken (54F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler since yesterday. Manager discarded at the time of the inspection. **Corrective Action Taken**
03A-02-5
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed in hand wash sink next to ice machine. Employee restocked during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Wet mop not stored in a manner to allow the mop to dry. **Corrected On-Site**
42-01-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed accumulation of black like substance inside of ice machine.
22-20-5
Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed personal bags in rack in kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
40-06-5
Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed door in reach in cooler next to ice machine not closing properly.
14-11-5
Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer and/or walk-in freezer. Observed in reach in cooler next to ice machine.
14-69-4
Basic - In-use knife/knives stored in cracks between pieces of equipment. Observed in kitchen area. Manager removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-17-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed in kitchen area. Employee removed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Interior of refrigerator or freezer in disrepair/has exposed insulation. Observed in door of reach in cooler next to ice machine.
14-36-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed in reach in cooler in waitress area.
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed shrimp mix stored in reach in cooler not covered, employee cover food during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
08B-12-5
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Puerto De Vallarta last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Puerto De Vallarta on file is from Jan 23, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Puerto De Vallarta?
Across the inspection record, “open dumpster lid” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at El Puerto De Vallarta.
How does El Puerto De Vallarta compare to other restaurants in Homestead?
El Puerto De Vallarta most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Homestead average of 70.
Has El Puerto De Vallarta's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Puerto De Vallarta have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Puerto De Vallarta 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 Puerto De Vallarta inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Puerto De Vallarta is inspected around two times per year on average.
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