Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar

14820-14822 S Military Trail, Delray Beach, FL 33484

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jul 25, 2024

Score

High Risk

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar has been inspected six times since 2022. The newest entry in the record is dated Jul 25, 2024. A high risk rating points to multiple serious findings at the most recent inspection.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around six violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.

Across the inspection history, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded two times.

The city-wide average sits at 71, which Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar's 52 doesn't quite reach. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 25, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use

FL-06

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Apr 1, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Insects, Rodents, and Animals Not Present

FL-38

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jan 25, 2024

Routine - Food

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

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Raw beef stored above cooked shrimp in cook line drawers under burners unit. Operator reorganized **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 16 live roaches on underside of not in use steam table on cook line in kitchen Observed 2 live roaches behind sign on wall in left corner of cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on sign at hand wash sink/triple sink at left side cook line in kitchen Observed 1 live roach on top of floor drain behind cook line flip top cooler in kitchen Observed 1 live roach inside of gasket of drawers under flat top unit on cook line in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches on wall at ware washing machine in kitchen Observed approximately 15 live roaches inside of control panel on top of ware washing machine in kitchen Observed 3 live roaches in between wall and vinyl wall next to hand wash sink in ware washing area in kitchen **Warning**

35A-05-4

High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Roach spray stored on cook line. Operator removed **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

41-10-4

Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Hand wash sink at ware washing area used as dump sink. Discussed with operator **Warning**

31A-11-4

Basic - Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin. Observed at bar ice machine **Warning**

22-20-5

Basic - Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches on ground under cook line flip top coolers in kitchen Observed 1 dead roach inside of not in use steam table on cook line in kitchen Observed 2 dead roaches at ware washing machine in kitchen **Warning**

35A-03-4

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Observed above cook line **Warning**

38-07-4

Aug 15, 2023

Routine - Food

1 minor violation.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Feb 3, 2023

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Used to wash utensils

31A-11-4

Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.

14-01-5

Oct 24, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar on file is from Jul 25, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar?

Across the inspection record, “handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar.

How does Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar compare to other restaurants in Delray Beach?

Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar most recently scored 52 out of 100, which is lower than the Delray Beach average of 71.

Has Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar 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 Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hacienda Mexican Restaurant & Bar is inspected around three times per year on average.

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