Jalisco Mexican Grill
Last inspected: Mar 16, 2026
78
Score
Across the available record, Jalisco Mexican Grill has nine inspections on file, the first dated 2022. Jalisco Mexican Grill was last inspected on Mar 16, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to one violation per visit over the last few inspections.
The pattern that stands out is “ceiling tile missing”, which has been cited four times.
That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Sarasota restaurants. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
2
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 16, 2026
Routine - Food
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
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.Printed and signed during inspection. **Corrected On-Site**
11-26-1
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles unlabeled. Manager labeled. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.Observed employee drinks next to flour under preparation table. Manager relocated to designated location. **Corrected On-Site**
12B-07-4
78
Dec 1, 2025
Food-Licensing Inspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 31, 2024
Routine - Food
No violations found.
100
Apr 22, 2024
Routine - Food
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed no paper towels at hand wash sink in front kitchen. Cook replaced. **Corrected On-Site**
31B-02-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.Observed debris on top of dishwashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food.Observed plastic deli container without handle in bulk salt bin.
14-01-5
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed several ceiling tiles missing above triple sink area.
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Observed black substance on vent and adjoining ceiling tiles in preparation area.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed bags of rice and beans on floor in dry storage.
08B-38-4
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 scoop handle in sugar.
10-01-5
Basic - No handwashing sign provided at a hand sink used by food employees.Observed no hand washing sign in ladies bathroom.
31B-04-4
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust.Observed grease buildup on hood filters.
23-03-4
Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.Observed walkin cooler shelves rusted.
14-17-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed cracked floor tiles in dishwashing machine area.
36-17-5
52
Dec 21, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Supervisor/Person in Charge Present
FL-01
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible
FL-10
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels
FL-14
Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature
FL-16
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used
FL-32
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
Proper Eating, Tasting, Drinking, or Tobacco Use
FL-06
43
Dec 5, 2023
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license.please renew license at www.myfloridalicense.com
50-17-3
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.Emailed to Manager who printed. **Corrected On-Site**
11-27-4
Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.Observed food debris under flanges on top of dishwashing machine.
16-21-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 missing ceiling tiles across from walkin cooler next to roof ladder.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-36-4
Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance.Observed vents above dishwashing machine area with dust buildup.
36-34-5
Basic - Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
32-12-5
Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.Observed cook engaged in food preparation without hat or hairnet.
13-03-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed cracked tiles in preparation area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
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 in ice bin at bar and at soda station the handle touching ice. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
10-01-5
Basic - Old labels stuck to food containers after cleaning.Observed old labels on clean food containers. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**
16-46-4
52
Jul 13, 2023
Complaint Full
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed shell eggs stored over cream sauce in Reachin Cooler . Employee corrected by relocating raw eggs to bottom shelf. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
08A-05-6
High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed Chile Relleno at cook line at 86F. Employee removed to Walkin Cooler. **Warning**
03B-01-6
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed manager agreement in Emailed English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken** **Warning**
11-26-1
Intermediate - No written procedures available for use of time as a public health control to hold time/temperature control for safety food.Unable to view written plan for Chiles Relleno. **Warning**
03F-10-5
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled.Observed glass cleaner and sanitizer in spray bottle unlabeled.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
41-17-4
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/. Observed no manager on duty with 5 employees working in kitchen. **Warning**
53A-05-6
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. Unable to observe any employee training certificates. **Warning**
53B-01-5
Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water.Observed standing water on cooks line floor. **Warning**
36-22-4
Basic - Ceiling tile missing.Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing above Reachin Freezer across from Walkin Cooler.As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-36-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair.Observed 2 cracked floor tiles in Dishwashing Machine area. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager.. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
36-17-5
Basic - Food stored on floor.Observed buckets of sauce and lettuce on floor in Walkin Cooler . Observed case of canned tomatoes and tortillas on floor in dry storage area. **Warning**
08B-38-4
Basic - Ice scoop handle in contact with ice.Observed at bar. **Warning**
10-08-5
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed standing water in Reachin Cooler at end of cooks line. **Warning**
29-49-6
33
Mar 28, 2023
Routine - Food
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 13 violations
High Priority - Operating with an expired Division of Hotels and Restaurants license. Observed license expired 12/1/22. **Admin Complaint**
50-17-3
High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed packaged raw beef stored over ready to eat salsa and Pico in Walkin Cooler . Employee rearranged food items to prevent cross contamination. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
08A-05-6
Intermediate - Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed 2 spray bottles of glass cleaner in wait station in dining room unlabeled. Employee corrected by labeling. **Corrected On-Site**
41-17-4
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.Did not observe any vomit/diarrhea cleanup plan. Emailed operator vomit plan in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-27-4
Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed debris on can opener blade.
22-02-4
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.Did not observe any employee health reporting agreements. Emailed operator agreement in English and Spanish. **Corrective Action Taken**
11-26-1
Basic - Ceiling tile missing. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing above Reachin Freezer and across from Walkin Cooler .
36-36-4
Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape used on chest freezer lid.
14-71-4
Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Observed 2 tiles missing on cook line and cracked tile in rear preparation area and by Dishwashing Machine. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
36-17-5
Basic - Nonfood-contact surface soiled with grease, food debris, dirt, slime or dust. Observed grease buildup on hood filters. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
23-03-4
Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Observed single door Reachin Cooler at end of cooks line with standing water on the bottom. As a repeat violation the importance of following proper protocol with this violation was reinforced with the Manager. **Repeat Violation**
29-49-6
Basic - Stored food not covered. Observed shrimp, chicken, beef and other items in Walkin Cooler not covered.
08B-12-5
Basic - Walk-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed rust and debris on Walkin Cooler stora shelves.
22-16-4
35
Oct 18, 2022
Routine - Food
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Employee Health Policies Present
FL-03
Hands Clean and Properly Washed
FL-08
Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated
FL-13
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
Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean
FL-23
Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used
FL-24
Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature
FL-29
Proper Sanitizer Contact Time and Concentration
FL-33
Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place
FL-36
39
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Jalisco Mexican Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Jalisco Mexican Grill on file is from Mar 16, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Jalisco Mexican Grill?
Across the inspection record, “ceiling tile missing” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Jalisco Mexican Grill.
How does Jalisco Mexican Grill compare to other restaurants in Sarasota?
Jalisco Mexican Grill most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is about the same as the Sarasota average of 81.
Has Jalisco Mexican Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Jalisco Mexican Grill have averaged around one violation per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Jalisco Mexican Grill 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 Jalisco Mexican Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Jalisco Mexican Grill is inspected around three times per year on average.
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