El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar
Last inspected: Mar 25, 2026
55
Score
El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar appears in inspection records nine times, starting in 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 25, 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.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “no soap provided at handwash sink”, showing up two times.
El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar's latest score of 55 falls below the Orlando average of 79. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 25, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at bar - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
31B-02-4
Intermediate - - From initial inspection : Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -storage area added to rear of building - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
51-16-7
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -rear storage area - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
36-11-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -right side of reach in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
23-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door in storage room - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
35B-03-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. -rear storage area - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
36-30-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. -rear storage area - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
14-06-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
22-20-5
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -cook line cooler -reach in freezer - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
23-24-4
Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -rear storage area - From follow-up inspection 2026-03-25: **Time Extended**
36-37-5
55
Mar 24, 2026
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 13 minor violations.
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High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. -approximately 100 rodent droppings in rear storage room behind equipment and under storage shelves Storage room contains single service items, clean dishes, and food storage **Admin Complaint**
35A-04-4
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink at bar
31B-02-4
Intermediate - No plan review submitted and approved - renovations were made or are in progress. Must submit plans and plan review application to DBPR H and R Plan Review office located at 2601 Blair Stone Rd., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1011. Plans must be submitted AND approved within 60 days. The direct link to the Plan Review page is https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/hotels-restaurants/licensing/plan-review/. -storage area added to rear of building
51-16-7
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. -hand wash sink in kitchen
31B-03-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
22-20-5
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. -cook line cooler -reach in freezer
23-24-4
Basic - Ceiling not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, or warewashing areas. -rear storage area
36-37-5
Basic - Dead roaches on premises. -3 dead roaches in glue trap in rear storage room **Admin Complaint**
35A-03-4
Basic - Floor soiled/has accumulation of debris. -Around kitchen
36-73-4
Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. -rear storage area
36-11-4
Basic - Food stored in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed. -food stored in cooler and freezer in rear room not fully enclosed
08B-43-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -right side of reach in freezer
23-03-4
Basic - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. -rear door in storage room
35B-03-4
Basic - Outer openings of establishment cannot be properly sealed when not in operation. -gap around rear door in storage room
35B-04-4
Basic - Single-service articles stored outside or in a room/shed that is not fully enclosed (open to outdoors/screened). -rear storage area not fully enclosed
25-11-5
Basic - Wall not smooth, nonabsorbent and easily cleanable in food preparation, food storage, warewashing areas or bathroom. -rear storage area
36-30-4
Basic - Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. -rear storage area
14-06-4
33
Nov 12, 2025
Routine - Food
1 critical violation.
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High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Renewed at time of inspection. **Corrected On-Site** **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
86
Mar 28, 2025
Routine - Food
5 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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High Priority - Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Tamales in to-go bags. Operator immediately removed and put into ziplock bags **Corrected On-Site**
14-31-5
High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Paper towels on butter and tortillas .
14-86-1
High Priority - Ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food not consumed/sold within 7 days after opening/preparation. See stop sale. Pork and eggs mix dated 3/20. Operator immediately discarded **Corrected On-Site**
01B-24-5
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over or with unwashed produce. Raw shell eggs over unwashed corn and other veggies in walk in cooler. Operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**
08A-04-5
High Priority - Cooked/heated time/temperature control for safety food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Beans; made at 10am (127F - Cooling); rice made at 10am (107F - Cooling) in kitchen. Advised to put on ice and in cooler. Tempted again at 1:05pm. Temperature range for both was 70-95F. Advised to immediately put in freezer. For proper temperature cooling. **Corrective Action Taken**
03D-01-5
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 - Current Hotel and Restaurant license not displayed.
50-09-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Tongs on oven door.operator immediately removed **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. -Under flat top grill
23-03-4
Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and salt containers
02D-01-5
35
Jul 16, 2024
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Food Obtained from Approved Sources
FL-11
Approved Thawing Methods Used
FL-31
Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved
FL-35
Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Designed and Constructed
FL-50
58
Mar 14, 2024
Routine - Food
4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Food Received at Proper Temperature
FL-12
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized
FL-22
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
32
Oct 24, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. Hose Bibb outside in back of building.
29-34-4
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 operator with form. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Sanitizer in dining room
41-17-4
Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Under microwave oven.
14-45-4
Basic - Faucet/handle missing at plumbing fixture. Hot water handle on hand sink is stripped.
29-09-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. Male restroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Open dumpster lid.
33-16-4
Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. In front of walk in cooler.
36-02-5
55
May 17, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure
FL-25
61
Mar 29, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
High Priority - Employee washed hands with cold water. Cook in kitchen
12A-19-4
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. raw beef over prepped vegetables, Shell eggs over cream in walk-in cooler. Operator will move **Corrective Action Taken**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. At bar
31B-03-4
Intermediate - Paper towel dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense paper towels. In kitchen
31B-05-4
Intermediate - Water with a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink. In kitchen **Repeat Violation**
27-16-4
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees. In kitchen
31B-04-4
Basic - In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. **Corrected On-Site**
10-20-4
Basic - Floor not cleaned when the least amount of food is exposed. Under cookline
36-01-4
Basic - Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Two door freezer in kitchen
23-24-4
Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. At bar
22-20-5
Basic - Bathroom located inside establishment not completely enclosed with tight-fitting, self-closing doors. Ladies room **Repeat Violation**
32-04-4
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar on file is from Mar 25, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar?
Across the inspection record, “no soap provided at handwash sink” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar.
How does El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar compare to other restaurants in Orlando?
El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar most recently scored 55 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.
Has El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar have averaged around nine violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar 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 Pulgarcito Grill and Bar inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, El Pulgarcito Grill and Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.
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